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Set the Night on Fire - The Story of Ewan MacColl

An affectionate portrait of singer/songwriter Ewan MacColl. Born into a working class family in Salford, England, MacColl found his voice through political theatre before spearheading a revival in folk music in Britain. Interviews include family Peggy Seeger and Calum MacColl, musicians Barbara Dickson and Billy Bragg, and actor Christopher Ecclecton who reads from MacColl's words.

English
  • Originally Aired December 1, 2021
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Network Sky Arts
  • Created November 29, 2021 by
    shadowrunner
  • Modified November 29, 2021 by
    shadowrunner