Great Performances at the Met: Carmen
Mesmerizing production of Bizet’s steamy melodrama returns with mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili singing her signature role of the ill-fated gypsy temptress. Friday at 9pm.
Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever
The famous 1983 special on which Michael Jackson debuted his signature moonwalk and Smokey Robinson reunited with the Miracles. Saturday at 8pm.
Downton Abbey 5: SEASON FINALE
The Crawleys go to a shooting party at a castle in Northumberland and return to Downton for a joyful Christmas holiday. Sunday at 9pm.
The Jewish Journey: America
Trace Jewish immigration to the U.S. through the centuries with history and personal stories. Tuesday at 8pm.
John Denver: Country Boy
Discover the man behind the music in this intimate profile of the popular singer-songwriter. Tuesday at 9:30pm.
Great Broadway Musical Moments from The Ed Sullivan Show
Shirley Jones presents rarely seen footage of legendary stars from Broadway’s Golden Age, performing favorite songs from beloved musicals. Wednesday at 8pm.
Doc Martin's Portwenn
A behind-the-scenes program with revealing interviews with cast members, a look at the town known as Portwenn, and a unique guided tour of the sets. Thursday at 9pm.
The Italian Americans
Becoming Americans (1910-1930)
Survey the various ways Italians adapted to American life in the early 20th century.
EARTH A New Wild
Water
See how sharing water with wildlife may be a critical step in our own survival.
Next Avenue
5 Lies People Tell Themselves About Saving for Retirement
See if any of these sound familiar to you.
PBS NewsHour
Tricks and tips for getting the most from Social Security
Loopholes and “secrets” that can improve your benefits.
Masterpiece
Downton Abbey 5: Episode 8
Observe Mrs. Patmore’s surprise, Anna’s predicament and Robert’s revelation.
Masterpiece
Downton Abbey 5: Sundays at 9pm
Sneak peeks, full episodes online and loads of features about the show!
Masterpiece
Jazz Q&A: The Music of Grantchester
Get the behind-the-scenes details of all that jazz music in Grantchester!
Masterpiece
Grantchester: Episode 6
Sidney must confront his personal demons to find justice and inner peace.
PBS Parents
Black History Month Books
We've gathered some of our favorite books for Black History Month (and anytime!).
February
Black History Month
A variety of programs in celebration and remembrance of the African-American experience.
Tea Time Tidbit
Downton Abbey's Samantha Bond
She holds her own against James Bond as well as the Dowager Countess of Grantham.
Tea Monthly Article
Chocolate: The Cadbury Controversy
Anglo-American relations just took a hit in the sweet tooth.
