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Urban Secrets is a news/current affairs series airing on UK television.
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Urban SecretsThe show follows actor Alan Cumming as he journeys to Dublin for a short‑form travel documentary. In this episode, Cumming immerses himself in the capital’s cultural heritage, moving from historic sites to contemporary encounters, while engaging with local guides and sharing his reflections on how the city’s past informs its present. All of this unfolds as he uncovers hidden stories that lie beneath Dublin’s well‑known façade. During his visit, Cummings steps inside an 18th‑century pleasure house, a venue that once catered to the city's social elite. He then meets singer‑songwriter Sharon Corr, and the two share a pint together, the conversation flowing easily and giving a glimpse of the city’s vibrant music scene, offering a relaxed look at contemporary Dublin. The episode also takes Cumming to Ireland’s oldest library, where he becomes involved in solving a long‑standing mystery. By examining the ancient collections and consulting the building’s historic records, he gradually pieces together clues that have remained hidden for generations. He pores over ancient manuscripts, tracing the clues that have puzzled scholars for centuries, as the mystery slowly unravels. Through these encounters—exploring a historic pleasure house, enjoying a drink with Sharon Corr, and untangling a library enigma—Cumming provides viewers with a blend of light‑hearted interaction and investigative curiosity. The programme showcases Dublin’s layered past while highlighting the city’s enduring charm and the stories waiting to be uncovered. Viewers are left with a sense of curiosity about what other secrets Dublin might still hold.
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In this episode, actor Alan Cumming guides the audience through Glasgow’s most distinctive sights and sounds. He highlights the city’s lively music scene, street art and bustling markets before wandering the Victorian‑era Necropolis, a sprawling cemetery that offers sweeping views over the city and a glimpse into its historic past. Cumming then steps inside the world’s oldest surviving music hall, pointing out its unique architecture and the role it has played in the city’s cultural life. The programme wraps up with a relaxed tea session, where he shares a drink and conversation with a well‑known film star, adding a personal, convivial finish to the tour.
In this episode, Alan Cumming heads to Dublin, where he steps inside a restored 18th‑century pleasure house, soaking up the historic atmosphere and learning about its past functions. The venue, once a bustling centre of entertainment, now offers a glimpse into the city’s Georgian social life. He marvels at the ornate interiors and imagines the lively gatherings that once filled the rooms. Later, Cumming joins singer‑songwriter Sharon Corr for a casual pint, swapping stories over the bar. The pair then turn their attention to Ireland’s oldest library, where they piece together clues that reveal a long‑standing mystery hidden among the ancient shelves. Their investigation uncovers further clues, pointing to a hidden story that has long been overlooked.
In this episode, actor Alan Cumming guides the audience through Glasgow’s most distinctive sights and sounds. He highlights the city’s lively music scene, street art and bustling markets before wandering the Victorian‑era Necropolis, a sprawling cemetery that offers sweeping views over the city and a glimpse into its historic past. Cumming then steps inside the world’s oldest surviving music hall, pointing out its unique architecture and the role it has played in the city’s cultural life. The programme wraps up with a relaxed tea session, where he shares a drink and conversation with a well‑known film star, adding a personal, convivial finish to the tour.
