Paul Robeson: Paul Speaks My Language

Sadie Smith

20th century actor, singer and campaigner Paul Robeson influenced people of many races and countries, as well as learning 20 different languages!

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Further Info

This story was made as part of the “Recalling Robeson” project, celebrating the life and work of black actor, singer and campaigner, Paul Robeson. Led by Anna Farthing of Harvest Heritage Arts and Media, supported by Bristol Old Vic, Colston Hall, Watershed, Pervasive Media Studio, ABLAZE, Aim Higher, Festival of Idea, The Paul Robeson Wales Trust, The South Wales
Miners Library, and numerous volunteers.

Transcript

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in German

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in Dutch

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in French

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in Hindi

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in Spanish

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in Mandarin

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in Italian

Interviewee speaking about Paul Robeson in Welsh