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by Pat Cerasaro - May 24, 2013

Today we are presenting a specially-focused InDepth InterView centering upon Audra McDonald's sensational new solo album, GO BACK HOME, which is available now and will be accompanied by a PBS TV speci... (more...)


InDepth InterView: Susan Stroman Talks PBS Mel Brooks Doc, BIG FISH, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, SCOTTSBORO BOYS In LA/UK, BLAZING SADDLES & MoreInDepth InterView: Susan Stroman Talks PBS Mel Brooks Doc, BIG FISH, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, SCOTTSBORO BOYS In LA/UK, BLAZING SADDLES & More
by Pat Cerasaro - May 19, 2013

Today we are talking to a five-time Tony Award-winning director/choreographer celebrated for her stupendous work on CRAZY FOR YOU, THE PRODUCERS, CONTACT, THE FROGS, THOU SHALT NOT, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN... (more...)


Thomas & Friends Joins PBS KIDS' Weekday ScheduleThomas & Friends Joins PBS KIDS' Weekday Schedule
May 15, 2013

Today at PBS' Annual Meeting with its member stations, PBS KIDS announced that THOMAS & FRIENDS will move to its daily schedule starting on October 7, 2013 (check local listings). (more...)


PBS's NATURE to Follow the Great Zebra Exodus, 5/15PBS's NATURE to Follow the Great Zebra Exodus, 5/15
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How strong family ties help the zebras overcome obstacles in their epic search for food and water is revealed when NATURE follows the Great Zebra Exodus, airing Wednesday, May 15 at 8 p.m. (ET) on PBS... (more...)


THIRTEEN Announces Weekly Listings for NYC-ARTSTHIRTEEN Announces Weekly Listings for NYC-ARTS
May 08, 2013

NYC-ARTS provides arts lovers in the tri-state area with an all-access pass to the New York City area's myriad cultural offerings: from music and dance concerts, to the theater, museums and galleries... (more...)


PBS's NATURE Explores the Private Life of Deer TonightPBS's NATURE Explores the Private Life of Deer Tonight
May 08, 2013

THIRTEEN's Nature draws back the curtain on the private life of deer, tonight, May 8, 2013 on PBS. The documentary reveals how whitetails make themselves right at home in the suburbs . (more...)


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TED, the non-profit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, and WNET, in partnership with PBS and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), will co-produce TED's first-ever original television special ... (more...)


PBS's NATURE to Explore the Private Life of Deer, 5/8PBS's NATURE to Explore the Private Life of Deer, 5/8
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THIRTEEN's Nature draws back the curtain on the private life of deer, Wednesday, May 8, 2013 on PBS. The documentary reveals how whitetails make themselves right at home in the suburbs . (more...)


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May 03, 2013

May Classics are 'Top of their Genres' on Reel 13 on THIRTEEN. This month's selections include some of the American Film Institute's best thriller, inspirational, courtroom and sports films. (more...)


PBS's Great Performances Showcases Paul Taylor Dance Company in Paris TonightPBS's Great Performances Showcases Paul Taylor Dance Company in Paris Tonight
May 03, 2013

Paul Taylor is the last living member of the pantheon that created America's indigenous art of modern dance. At an age when most artists' best work is behind them, Taylor continues to win acclaim for ... (more...)


World and West Coast Premieres, Masterworks and More Highlight LACO's 2013-14 SeasonWorld and West Coast Premieres, Masterworks and More Highlight LACO's 2013-14 Season
May 02, 2013

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO), considered one of the nation's premier orchestras as well as a leader in presenting wide-ranging repertoire and adventurous commissions, announces its 2013-14 sea... (more...)


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Superb cast makes CLYBOURNE PARK a hit at Center Stage. (more...)


Tom Brokaw Hosts TREASURES OF NY: Museum of Natural History on THIRTEEN TonightTom Brokaw Hosts TREASURES OF NY: Museum of Natural History on THIRTEEN Tonight
May 02, 2013

Treasures of New York: American Museum of Natural History premieres tonight, May 2, at 8pm on WLIW and Sunday, May 5, at 7pm on THIRTEEN. (more...)


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Thirteen's SECRETS OF THE DEAD: Bugging Hitler's Soldiers, Airing TonightVIDEO: Sneak Peek - Thirteen's SECRETS OF THE DEAD: Bugging Hitler's Soldiers, Airing Tonight
May 01, 2013

THIRTEEN's Award-winning SECRETS OF THE DEAD explores iconic moments in World History with three new episodes airing tonight, May 1 and May 8 and 15 on PBS. Below, get a sneak peek at 'Bugging Hitler'... (more...)


Famous White Lipizzaners Profiled on PBS's NATURE TonightFamous White Lipizzaners Profiled on PBS's NATURE Tonight
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How the Lipizzaner developed from a horse bred for war to one bred for performance is the subject of NATURE's Legendary White Stallions airing tonight, May 1 at 8 p.m. (ET) on PBS (check local listing... (more...)


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Victor Garber and Kelli O'Hara Host 2013 OUR TIME Benefit Gala TonightVictor Garber and Kelli O'Hara Host 2013 OUR TIME Benefit Gala Tonight
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To commemorate its sesquicentennial, BAM (Brooklyn Academy Of Music) commissioned BAM150, a feature length documentary conceived by award-winning director Michael Sladek that weaves together the insti... (more...)


Thirteen's NATURE Reveals 'The Mystery of Eels' TonightThirteen's NATURE Reveals 'The Mystery of Eels' Tonight
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