Aquarius
An arts magazine programme for ITV, presented by Humphrey Burton. Originally a fortnightly series, it became weekly, while later editions were presented by Peter Hall.
- 1970-1977
- 18 seasons
- Documentary
An arts magazine programme for ITV, presented by Humphrey Burton. Originally a fortnightly series, it became weekly, while later editions were presented by Peter Hall.
Season 18 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 1977
Episode 1
The Sorabji Legend
40 mins
The final run of Aquarius, with the opening of this edition recorded just one month after Peter Hall resigned due to other work commitments. Of his decision to stop presenting, Hall claimed that the producer was "obviously relieved".
Episode 2
A Wealth of Music
41 mins
An exploration of traditional Irish music performed at the Fleadh Nua '76 in Ennis, County Clare.
Episode 3
Kemp's Jig
39 mins
A presentation of a one-man show written by John David and performed by Chris Harris. Based around the actor Will Kemp, who walked away from the works of Shakespeare due to creative differences, and danced from London to Norwich.
Episode 4
Mr. Satie Passing Through
John McCabe performs the music of Erik Satie, accompanied by an animation by Pat Gavin.
Episode 5
Firework Man/Die Lorelei
39 mins
As the penultimate episode in the series, Peter Hall gets to choose his own guest who fascinates him: Ken Campbell. There's also a performance of "Die Lorelei" by Dame Janet Baker.
Episode 6
The Artist's Eye/Art Into Landscape
42 mins
Peter Hall says farewell to the last-ever edition of Aquarius. The final two features for the programme both involve art, with an exhibition from Anthony Caro, and a competition for entrants to devise art to improve public sites.