Free
21 Sep 2025
Listen In: Nick Ahad
An exclusive chance to hear the Radio 4 comedy drama Blue Envelopes by Nick Ahad, presenter for BBC Radio Leeds and Radio 4’s Front Row followed by a Q&A.
Event Details
Bilal is a Bradfordian Bangladeshi and wannabe rap star, but his family have other ideas.
As the pressure mounts to follow a more ‘sensible’ career he discovers the surprising history of his own grandfather. Mina Anwar and Kulvinder Ghir star, with original rap songs, beatboxing and traditional Bangladeshi music composed by Arun Ghosh.
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BBC Contains Strong Language is a partnership between the BBC, Word Up North and Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture. It is supported by Arts Council England.
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