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1 PI Week 13 March 24 - March Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film Titanic Commemoration Announces Star Line-Up

2 Programme Information New this week Titanic: A Commemoration In Page 3 Music And Film Titanic Commemoration Announces Star Line-Up Titanic With Len Goodman Page 5 Len Goodman discovers how the impact of the Titanic disaster is still felt a century after the ship sank The Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Page 8 Of The Ulster Hall Celebrate 150 years of The Ulster Hall with BBC Radio Ulster s Great Northern Songbook 2

Titanic Commemoration Announces Star Line-Up Local, national and international performers to appear in Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film, live from

3 Titanic Commemoration Announces Star Line-Up Local, national and international performers to appear in Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film, live from Belfast s Waterfront Hall, BBC Two, Saturday, April 14. To register for complimentary tickets, log on to bbc.co.uk/tickets A star-studded line-up of local and international performers will appear in Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film, which will be broadcast live on BBC Two on April , 100 years after the ill-fated liner hit an iceberg. The 90-minute event comes from the Belfast Waterfront, just across the river from Harland and Wolff shipyard, where the famous ship was built, and will include the Ulster Orchestra and massed choir performances. Archive and specially commissioned documentary material, accompanied by stunning visual effects, will retell the story of the ship, those who built her and those who perished or survived. The final line up of performers will be announced nearer to the event. Those already confirmed to appear include the legendary Bryan Ferry, Grammy awardwinning soul and R&B singer/songwriter Joss Stone, Charlie Siem, one of the UK s brightest new classical stars, acclaimed The legendary Bryan Ferry who will be performing at Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film at the Belfast Waterfront on April 14. The event will be broadcast live on BBC Two 3

Internationally renowned Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti, one of those lined up to perform at Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film, live on BBC Two from the Belfast Waterfront on April 14

Armagh-born actor Colin Morgan (star of BBC One s Merlin ) and Belfast actor Ian McElhinney (City of Ember, Closing the Ring and Game of Thrones). Atlantic.

4 Internationally renowned Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti, one of those lined up to perform at Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film, live on BBC Two from the Belfast Waterfront on April 14 English tenor Alfie Boe, internationally renowned Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti (guest soloist with leading orchestras all over the world including: LSO, Hallé, New York Philharmonic), Armagh-born actor Colin Morgan (star of BBC One s Merlin ) and Belfast actor Ian McElhinney (City of Ember, Closing the Ring and Game of Thrones). Atlantic. Jan Younghusband, Commissioning Editor for Music and Events said: We are delighted to bring Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film to audiences across the UK live on BBC Two from the Waterfront in Belfast, where the world s most famous ship was built. The concert will be a dignified commemoration of those who died and a celebration of the craftsmanship and endeavour it took to build this iconic ship. The talent line-up includes local, national and international stars who will bring the story of Titanic to life in a fitting tribute 100 years after the ship s sinking in the North The public may register for complimentary tickets to the event from now until 5pm on Wednesday, March 28 from bbc.co.uk/ tickets. A maximum of four tickets will be allocated per household address on the basis of a random draw. No applications will be accepted after the closing date and Grammy award-winning soul and R&B singer/songwriter Joss Stone will be appearing in Titanic: A Commemoration In Music And Film in the Belfast Waterfront on April 14 to be broadcast live on BBC Two duplicate applications will not be considered. The project, which has been commissioned by BBC Two and BBC Northern Ireland from independent production company, Whizz Kid Entertainment and Anderson Spratt Group Ltd, received funding from Northern Ireland Tourist Board and Northern Ireland Screen and is supported by Belfast City Council and Tourism Ireland. 4

Titanic With Len Goodman Len Goodman discovers how the impact of the Titanic disaster is still felt a century after the ship sank Titanic With Len Goodman, Friday, March 30, BBC One, 8.

5 Titanic With Len Goodman Len Goodman discovers how the impact of the Titanic disaster is still felt a century after the ship sank Titanic With Len Goodman, Friday, March 30, BBC One, 8.30pm Titanic with Len Goodman In the new three part series, Titanic With Len Goodman, Strictly Come Dancing judge Len discovers how the impact of the Titanic disaster is still felt a century after the ship sank. Len has his own connection to the Titanic. Before he was a dancer, he was a welder for Harland and Wolff, the company that, from , built Titanic, in Belfast. Len worked for Harland and Wolff 50 years later at their yard in East London. To mark the centenary of the Titanic tragedy, Len explores the ship s 100 year legacy in the three-part series, Titanic With Len Goodman, on BBC One starting Friday, March 30. In the series, Len learns how for the victims families - and for the survivors themselves - the sinking of the ship was just the beginning of the story. Generations later, those stories linked to the Titanic are still unfolding as Len meets the modern day descendants to learn how, a century on, Titanic s legacy lives on. In the first programme of the series, Len discovers how Titanic claimed the lives of eight men in Belfast before she even touched the water. He tries his hand at riveting, experiencing first-hand the blood 5

It s one of the best known stories from the ship, but few will have heard how the death of one of the musicians tore his family apart for one hundred years.

6 and sweat that went into building a ship a century ago. He visits Southampton, to find out why it was the city hit hardest by Titanic s death toll. He meets descendants of Titanic s crew who describe how just traumatised the disaster left their relatives. Len also explores the story of the Titanic band. It s one of the best known stories from the ship, but few will have heard how the death of one of the musicians tore his family apart for one hundred years. Len meets a descendant who tells him how and why this happened. In the second programme, Len returns to Belfast to discover how a group of eight men who helped build Titanic, were specially chosen to sail on her, and finally died on her. He brings their stories to life as he explores the very building, now derelict, where they once worked and talks to one of their great granddaughters. In London, he meets the man whose great uncle survived the tragedy, only to pay for his life with his reputation. Len learns how, even 100 years on, Titanic still sometimes casts a shadow over the family. And he helps two Titanic historians uncover the life of a stewardess who survived the disaster, only to disappear afterwards. Her story leads them to a Belfast family who, until now, had no idea they had a Titanic connection. Len Goodman in the Harland & Wolff Drawing offices in Belfast In the final programme of the series, Len explores Titanic s legacy. He discovers what life was like for crew on board Titanic, through the memoirs of one of the stewardesses on board. And in order to get a sense of what Titanic was really like, he takes a tour around her modern-day counterpart, the Queen Mary 2. Just like Titanic a century ago, this is now the largest cruise liner in the world. He learns how, in the struggle to put the disaster behind them, the family of the man who owned Titanic did their best to Len at Harland & Wolff in Belfast forget all about their connection to the ship. Through the stories of two Irish brothers in steerage, Len discovers that, on Titanic, having money could save your life, and reveals the statistics that show that the price of your ticket reflected the value of your life. He finds out how a respectable sea captain who was blamed for the deaths of all on board Titanic was still fighting to clear his name right up to his death in the 1960s. Unfortunately, the key piece of evidence to clear his name was not discovered until 1985 after he had died. It was the wreck of the ship. And Len discovers how the Titanic disaster changed sea travel for ever. A new, 6

Len Goodman looks around the offices of Harland & Wolff in Belfast international convention was introduced to make travelling at sea safe and fair for all regardless of class.

7 Len Goodman looks around the offices of Harland & Wolff in Belfast international convention was introduced to make travelling at sea safe and fair for all regardless of class. Len speaks to the modern sea captain who, today, follows these laws to the letter. Len says: Making this series has been a fascinating journey for me. You might think the Titanic story was just about a ship that sank. But I ve found out there is so much more to it than that. The real story of the Titanic isn t about a ship, it s about people, and in making this series I ve been lucky to meet some wonderful personalities who astonished me with their tales of how Titanic affected their families forever. We filmed all over the UK, but spent a whole week in Belfast where I had a wonderful time meeting people. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, and really hope everyone will get as much enjoyment watching it at home. Edward Hart, who directed and produced the series, says: Working with Len was a total pleasure. He s a constant professional who s determined to get it right whatever the weather. He s also sharp as a tack, with a curious mind and, as we all know from Strictly, a lovely manner with people. That, and his own experience in a Harland and Wolff shipyard, made him the ideal man with whom to explore Titanic s legacy. Titanic with Len Goodman is an independent production from 360Production for BBC One & BBC Northern Ireland. It has been made with funding from Northern Ireland Screen. 7

Celebrate 150 years of The Ulster Hall with BBC Radio Ulster s Great Northern Songbook Vote for your favourite Northern Ireland song to be performed at the Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The

uk/radioulster BBC Radio Ulster is celebrating the 150th anniversary of the iconic Belfast music venue The Ulster Hall with the one-off event The Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The Ulster Hall.

8 Celebrate 150 years of The Ulster Hall with BBC Radio Ulster s Great Northern Songbook Vote for your favourite Northern Ireland song to be performed at the Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The Ulster Hall event Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The Ulster Hall. bbc.co.uk/radioulster BBC Radio Ulster is celebrating the 150th anniversary of the iconic Belfast music venue The Ulster Hall with the one-off event The Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The Ulster Hall. This special concert, which takes place inside the Ulster Hall on Tuesday, May 22, 2012, is supported by Belfast City Council and will see some of Northern Ireland s most popular music talent join forces with the Ulster Orchestra to perform the nation s 10 favourite songs composed by local songwriters - as voted for by the public and BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio Foyle specialist music presenters. Cara Dillon will perform alongside the Ulster Orchestra at BBC Radio Ulster/ BBC Radio Foyle concert Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The Ulster Hall. From Friday, March 16, music fans can log on to bbc.co.uk/radioulster to vote for their favourite locally-composed song from a shortlist compiled by presenters Gerry Anderson, Colin Murray, Ralph McLean, Lynette Fay, Stuart Bailie, Cherrie McIlwaine, Rigsy, John Toal, Hugo Duncan, John Bennett, Alan Simpson and Brian Mullen. This public vote will run for two weeks until Friday, March 30. We will also be releasing complimentary tickets to The Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The Ulster Hall event. Ticket applications can be made from noon, on Friday, March 30, until 5pm on Friday, April 13 at The Answer will perform at the unique concert 8

bbc.co.uk/tickets. A maximum of four tickets will be allocated per household address using a random draw. No late applications will be accepted and duplicate applications will not be considered.

9 bbc.co.uk/tickets. A maximum of four tickets will be allocated per household address using a random draw. No late applications will be accepted and duplicate applications will not be considered. Among the top Northern Ireland acts already lined-up to perform at the concert are Cara Dillon, Brian Kennedy, rock band The Answer, General Fiasco and Katharine Philippa. Further acts are yet to be announced. The concert will be hosted by BBC Radio Ulster presenters Ralph McLean and Lynette Fay and will be broadcast live on the station at 8pm on Tuesday, May 22, Ralph McLean says: We ve always made great music here in Northern Ireland and some of the very greatest songs ever have been written by artists from up here. From Van Morrison to Jimmy Kennedy, we ve produced songwriters of the very highest quality, people who ve written tunes that have made people happy whatever their musical taste. I m immensely proud of that heritage and I can t tell you how excited I am about hosting the Great Northern Songbook 150 Years Of The Ulster Hall. The people who listen to our evening shows know their music like few others so it s going to be fascinating to see what favourites they pick. The fact that it s in the Ulster Hall also means a lot to me. I couldn t tell you how many great nights of music I ve enjoyed in that historic venue down the years. I think it s the perfect setting for a celebration like this. Bring it on! Lynette Fay says: BBC Radio Ulster is a huge supporter of local bands and local music of all styles. The Great Northern Songbook will further celebrate our diverse musical legacy, Katharine Philippa and it s very fitting that the live event will take place on the illustrious stage of the Ulster Hall, which played host to many great local and international artists through the years. The BBC Radio Ulster audience love, know and understand music and I m delighted that they will be part of this celebration. I can t wait to learn the results of the public vote and ultimately I m really looking forward to being part of yet another historical music event on a great stage. Fergus Keeling, Head of Radio, BBC Northern Ireland, says: Local music, in its many guises, is a vital part of our schedule. Staging this unique event to mark the anniversary of this renowned music venue is our way of thanking our listeners for making us their home for specialist music and giving them their say on something we know they are extremely passionate about. Any 10 songs from our shortlist would make for a wonderful night of music. That they will be performed by 9

10 some of the best music talent Northern Ireland has to offer, will make this a night to remember. Jacqui Owens, Operations Manager of Belfast Waterfront and The Ulster Hall, said: Since opening its doors 150 years ago The Ulster Hall has been part of the very life blood of Belfast. Stars have shone and legends have been born in equal measure. While Led Zeppelin famously gave their very first live performance of Stairway to Heaven here, The Grand Dame of Bedford Street has played host to a vast array of world famous names, from Charles Dickens to Motörhead. The Ulster Hall has been instrumental in helping make legends of numerous home-grown performers down through the years and propelling our arts and entertainment talent onto the national and international stages. Performers like Van Morrison, Ruby Murray, The Undertones, Stiff Little Fingers, Ash, Snow Patrol and countless others have cut their teeth on this famous old stage - performing timeless music that has become the soundtrack for generations across the world. It s therefore fitting that we should celebrate The Ulster Hall s 150th Birthday by showcasing the 10 most popular songs by local artists as voted by local people. BBC Radio Ulster plays a pivotal role in championing home-grown music and we are delighted to partner with them to present Great Northern Songbook. This public vote is available online only from bbc.co.uk/radioulster and will open on Friday, March 16 and run for two weeks until Friday, March 30. Ralph McLean and Lynette will host the live concert The public may register for accepted after the closing date and complimentary tickets to the event from duplicate applications will not be noon, on Friday, March 30, until 5pm on considered. Friday, April 13 at bbc.co.uk/tickets. A maximum of four tickets will be allocated per household address on the basis BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio Foyle at The concert will be broadcast live on of a random draw. No applications will be 8pm on Tuesday, May 22, A total of 32 songs have been shortlisted by BBC Radio Ulster s specialist music presenters. The public can vote for their favourite song from: Rudi - Big Time / The Undertones - Teenage Kicks / Ash - Shining Light / Brian Kennedy - Captured / Stiff Little Fingers - Alternative Ulster / Them - Gloria / The Undertones - My Perfect Cousin / Van Morrison - Madame George / Two Door Cinema Club - Something Good Can Work / Snow Patrol - Run / Divine Comedy - Tonight We Fly / Paul Brady - The Island / Phil Coulter - The Town I Loved So Well / Duke Special - Freewheel / The Divine Comedy - Songs Of Love / The Four Of Us - Mary / The McPeakes - Will You Go Lassie Go / David McWilliams Days Of Pearly Spencer / Bap Kennedy Moonlight Kiss / Jimmy Kennedy - South of the Border / Van Morrison Moondance / Van Morrison Brown Eyed Girl / Henry McCullough Belfast to Boston / Clannad Theme from Harry s Game / Jimmy Kennedy Red Sails In The Sunset / Snow Patrol Chasing Cars / Cara Dillon Hill of Thieves / Tommy Sands The County Down / Kieran Goss Brand New Star / Phil Coulter Scorn Not His Simplicity / Phil Coulter Congratulations / Jimmy Kennedy - Harbor Lights. 10

Schedule of Events. Introduction:

Schedule of Events. Introduction: Schedule of Events Introduction: Cobh, formerly Queenstown, in Cork Harbour, was the last Port of Call for the magnificent cruise liner Titanic. To mark the centenary of the Titanic s voyage, Cobh Town