Sep 13th, 2007 · Before The Lord of the Rings made him an international superstar, Ian McKellen was known as the finest Shakespearean actor of his generation. Now he's touring the United States in the Everest of classical roles -- Shakespeare's tormented King Lear.
Sep 7th, 2007 · He's played a Nazi war criminal, a super mutant with a magnetic personality, and a master of Middle Earth magic. Now, as part of UCLA Live's Sixth International Theatre Festival, Sir Ian McKellan returns to the stage and one of his favorite parts: King Lear. He joins Farai Chideya to talk about his style, his favorite actors and his love for Lena Horne.
Jul 17th, 2004 · A lively new book for children who aren't averse to a bit of verse, The Pelican Chorus and Other Nonsense features the poems of Edward Lear and the illustrations of Fred Marcellino. Hear NPR's Scott Simon and children's literature aficionado Daniel Pinkwater.
Jun 17th, 2004 · Rock Critic Ken Tucker reviews the new Loretta Lynn CD Van Lear Rose. The CD features Jack White, lead singer and guitarist for the rock band The White Stripes.