January 2021 Arkansas PBS Magazine
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STREAM ALL EPISODES pbs.org/watchpassport Funding for MASTERPIECE is provided by magazine January 2021 magazine January 2021 Arkansas PBS Executive Director Dear Friend, On Jan. 17, we premiere “Miss Scarlet & the Duke Courtney Pledger on MASTERPIECE” as the newest addition to Magazine Staff Editor-in-Chief “MASTERPIECE” be- Drama Sundays. A headstrong Eliza Scarlet is Marge Betley Creative & Editorial Director gan an incredible 50-year left penniless after the death of her father and has Sara Willis run on Jan. 10, 1971, as only two choices for financial security: marriage Editorial Panel Julie Thomas the iconic PBS drama or her father’s private detective agency. No matter Copy Editors Tiffany Head, Katie series that sparked how skilled she is at the trade, detective work is Culpepper, Catherine Mays Arkansas PBS Commission America’s infatuation deemed entirely inappropriate for a genteel lady of Chair with British television. It the 1880s. The Duke, a notorious drinker, gam- Skip Holland, Fayetteville Vice Chair has become not only a bler, womanizer … AND a partner in the agency John Brown, Siloam Springs Secretary/Treasurer household treasure for essential Sunday night view- … provides a stark contrast to Eliza’s demeanor, West Doss, Fayetteville ing, but also the longest-running primetime drama creating exceptional drama in each episode. While Commissioners Anne Canada, Subiaco series in American television history, winning 83 this series may at first blush appear very similar Ann Clemmer, Benton Woody Freeman, Jonesboro Primetime Emmys, 18 Peabody Awards, seven to “Shakespeare and Hathaway,” “Miss Scarlet Annette Herrington, Little Rock Golden Globes and two Oscars. All of this has only & the Duke” will seem more familiar to fans of Dr. Kathryn Jones, Bentonville Arkansas PBS Foundation been made possible by the generous support of “Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries” with exceptional Chief Executive Officer Marge Betley members like you. quick-witted dialogue and flirtatious romantic Board President moments. Jonathan Rhodes, Cherokee Village Vice President This January we start off our 50-year celebration Philip Kaplan, Little Rock Secretary/Treasurer in a big way on Jan. 10 with “All Creatures Great During this season of gratitude and giving, we are Gayle Corley, Little Rock Board Members and Small” on “MASTERPIECE.” Chronicling thrilled to be able to launch 2021 with such strong Catherine Bays, Little Rock the heartwarming and humorous adventures of a programming from “MASTERPIECE” for what Annette Herrington, Little Rock Dr. Chris Jones, Little Rock young country veterinarian, the books from James we hope is the beginning of yet another 50 years of Peggy Matson, Little Rock Scott Pace, Little Rock Alfred Wight, published under the pen name of dramas we love. Courtney Pledger, Little Rock James Herriot, introduced readers to an unconven- Dr. S. Lynne Rich, Conway Larry Ross, Sherwood tional mentor and the cast of farmers and towns- Ronnie Williams, Menifee folk who lived and worked in the Yorkshire Dales Mission in the 1930s. This new television adaptation brings To enrich and empower all Arkan- sans with compelling and relevant these stories to life with entertaining and incredibly multiplatform programming and funny tales of country life. There is no better way to Greg Gerik statewide services that educate, inform, engage and inspire, celebrate 50 years than a series like this that is sure Chief Content Officer through innovative and efficient to become a family favorite. use of public and private resources. Vision We serve as an essential partner for all Arkansans and an indispensable resource for educators and learners. We create and share media and educational services highlight- ing history, science, art, culture and public affairs. We bring to light the local people, stories and experiences that make Arkansas a remarkable place to live. Questions and comments are encouraged. Reach Arkansas PBS "Great Performances: From Vienna: at: (800)662-2386, (501)682-2386, [email protected], The New Year's Celebration 2021" info@ myarkansaspbs.org – Learn more at: myarkansaspbs.org Friday, Jan. 1, at 8 p.m. Programming originates at the R. Ring in 2021 with the Vienna Philharmonic at Lee Reaves Center for Educational Telecommunications at Donaghey Avenue the Musikverein hosted by Hugh Bonneville. and Sesame Street, Conway, AR Don’t miss the four-part “PBS American Portrait” docuseries Tuesdays, Jan. 5-26, at 8 p.m. These intimate self-shot stories reveal what it really means to be American today. Episodes include: “I Dream” - Self-shot stories explore the meaning and state of the American dream. From the desire for home ownership to ambitions for A SERIES MADE BY YOU higher ed or career success, they show the hard work, opportunities and barriers that come with pursuing this ideal today. “I Work” - Everyday people share self-shot stories about their jobs and careers as they navigate the changes they’re experiencing and the goals they’re working toward. From teachers to truck drivers, they explore what it really means to work in America today. “I Keep” - People film themselves as they try to preserve or change traditions in their lives and communities. From struggles to protect culture to eliminating toxic legacies, it’s an intimate look at the TUNE IN OR STREAM practices we’ve inherited and the ones we’ll pass on. TUE JAN 5 8 PM “I Rise” - Go inside the lives of people working to create an antiracist pbs.org/americanportrait American future. They film themselves doing the hard work, #AmericanPortraitPBS confronting the obstacles and achieving the small victories that could add up to real change in the movement for racial justice. NOW STREAMING PLUS, download the Engage Arkansas PBS app today Stream your favorite Arkansas PBS programs to stream your favorites! in real time at myarkansaspbs.org/watch 3 "Nature: The Alps" how Alpine lynx, golden eagles, "The High Life" Wednesdays, Jan. 13- ibex, crocuses, griffon vultures Jan. 13 20, at 7 each night and more face extreme seasonal Enjoy the Alps in spring and fluctuations – from the volatile The Alps connect eight countries, summertime as newborn thunderstorms and landslides spanning 750 miles from the animals grow up to face the of summer to the avalanches Mediterranean Sea to the coming brutal winter. and frozen temperatures of Adriatic Sea. From sea level to winter. On every mountain peaks rising higher than 12,000 "Winter’s Fortress" slope, ridge or meadow, feet, with many of the world’s nature’s drama is played out as Jan. 20 environments located within animals fight for their survival in Experience the hostile and its boundaries, each mountain Europe’s majestic mountains. bitter cold ecosystems of chain is more imposing and more the Alps, shaped by snow diverse than the next. Discover blizzards and avalanches. "Independent Lens: A Woman's Work: The NFL's Cheerleader Problem" Monday, Jan. 4, at 9 p.m. NFL cheerleaders revolve their lives around their sport, but most earn less than minimum wage. Three of them decide they deserve more. In high-stakes lawsuits, these courageous women take a stand against the massive, male-dominated sports league. "Independent Lens: A Day in the Life of America/ American Nomads" Monday, Jan. 11, at 9 p.m. On July 4, 2017, more than 90 film crews across the country capture one day in the life of America. 5 Morning 5:30 a.m. 6 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 7 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 8 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. AR PBS-1 January 10, 2021 marks the 50th ELIZABETH anniversary of MASTERPIECE, IS ARMISSING MISS SCARLET & THE DUKE PBS-2 the iconic PBS drama series that JAN.Create 3, 8 P.M. PREMIERES JAN. 17, 7 P.M. sparked America’s infatuation AR PBS-4 with British television. While Sunday, December 27 December Sunday, WORLD celebrating five decades of Midday 11:30 a.m. Noon 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1:30award-winning p.m. 2 p.m. television,2:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. AR MASTERPIECE unveils its slate of PBS-1 the next unforgettable dramas AR ALL CREATURES GREAT & SMALL that viewers won’t want to miss. THE LONG SONG PBS-2 Create PREMIERES JAN. 10, 8 P.M. PREMIERES JAN. 31, 9 P.M. AR PBS-4 Sunday, December 27 December Sunday, WORLD "MASTERPIECE: Elizabeth "Episode Two" Jan. 17 flirts – with her partner and child- Primetime 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 9 p.m. 9:30 p.m. 10 p.m. 10:30 p.m. 11 p.m. Is Missing" Siegfried’s fun-loving brother, hood friend, Detective Inspector Sunday,AR Jan. 3, at 8 p.m. Tristan, arrives to help out. Mrs. William “The Duke” Wellington. Two-timePBS-1 Academy Award win- Pumphrey throws a swanky party. "Inheritance" Jan. 17 ner Glenda Jackson ("A Touch of "Episode Three" Jan. 24 Aided by a family friend, Eliza Class,"AR "Women in Love") stars as James is put to the test with an goes to work as a private de- aPBS-2 woman desperately trying to ailing racehorse. Tristan fac- tective to get out of debt. Create solve two mysteries as she de- es a familiar temptation. "The Woman in Red" Jan. 24 Sunday, Jan. 27 Jan. Sunday, clinesAR ever deeper into dementia. "Episode Four" Jan. 31 Eliza is hired to prove the inno- PBS-4 While Tristan gives Tricki-Woo cence of a man caught with a "MASTERPIECE:WORLD All Creatures the spa treatment, James deals bloodied knife at a murder scene.