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Contents Staff & Management Public Television from the Upper Cumberland (931) 528-2222 or (800) 282-9283 Becky Magura Avery Owens Director of Advancement Growing Education: The Middle President & CEO 4 Mary Boring Jodi Pitts ~Auction & Special Years The fourth in a documentary series Engineering & Tech. Liaison Events Coordinator from our American Graduate: Let’s Make It Reggie Brown Cindy Putman ~ Ready to Education & Community Learn Tools Facilitator Happen public media initiative. Engagement Associate Hannah Rawiszer Desirée Duncan Asst. to the CEO 5 Stations of Imagination The Director of Content Nathaniel Rich schedule of fun taking place at WCTE’s Celeste Flatt Programming and Master Account Manager Control Associate signature family event at Cookeville’s Allison Fox ~ Grant Manager/De- Seth Stanger Fall FunFest. velopment Assistant Sales & Development Assistant Shannon Terry Craig Gray ~ Business Develop- Membership Coordinator Discover the Upper Cumberland ment Producer 8 Ralph Welch Jenna Hillis ~ Special Events A look at the current stories being Director of Engineering/ Support Technology covered in WCTE’s newest show. Craig LeFevre Rick Wells Master Control Op Manager Senior Producer/Director Samantha McCowan ~ Special 9 Mathline East Tennessee PBS brings Lee Wray ~ American Gradu- Events Assistant us a live call-in show that helps stu- ate Program Manager dents with their math problems. Upper Cumberland Broadcast Council

Jere Hargrove, Chair Dr. Katherine Bertram On our cover Tom Janney, Vice Chair Marc L. Burnett Andrea Burckhard, Secretary Mona Copeland PBS Arts FAll Festival Joe Albrecht, Treasurer Dr. Wali R. Kharif “The fifth annual PBS Arts Fall Festival is a Lillian Hartgrove, Past Chair Nina Lunn Becky Magura, Jack Stites celebration of performing arts and music from WCTE Pres. & CEO Kelly Swallows the stage and screen, from the pop charts, and Mike Galligan Dr. Alan Tatum more. Gloria Estefan serving as this year’s host and a Latin tribute to the music of Michael Community Jackson are among the many highlights of this Advisory Board year’s festival programming,” remarked PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger. Story on p. 22. Dr. Steve Copeland, DVM Jack Barton Diana Baranowski Lissa Parks Dr. Carl Owens Ben Newman

Program guides 9 Daytime Programming Hal L. Harder - Managing Editor Ready To Learn and weekend guide [email protected]

For on-air, print and website advertising and 10 Primetime Programming promotion information, contact Avery Owens at Quality PBS evening programs 931.528.2222, ext 220 or [email protected] p.13

WCTE Close-Up is published bi-monthly. It is mailed to individuals, WCTE-HD Ch. 22.1, WCTE-WORLD SD Ch. 22.2 corporations and foundations who contribute $35 or more to WCTE annually. Third class postage at Cookeville, Tennessee. Phone: & WCTE-Create SD Ch. 22.3 931.528.2222. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Send address changes to WCTE, P.O. Box 2040, Cookeville, Tennessee 38502. Check out the schedule on the website at wcte.org. January/February 2014 | 3 WCTE’s Cindy Putman & Lee Wray by Allison Fox ecently, Cindy Putman and Lee Wray, WCTE’s education with school systems and other organizations nationwide. and community engagement managers, were invited to In a post-session evaluation, attendees shared the following speak about “Education and Community Partnerships” to a R comments: “I learned some valuable information that I can use national audience at the American Federation of School Adminis- effectively in my community and church,” and “Cynthia and Lee trators 14th Triennial Convention in New Orleans. spoke with real passion for what they do. You can tell they enjoy Cindy is the WCTE’s Facilitator for Ready To Learn, a national their work and making a difference.” initiative focused on early learning and school readiness. Lee is “We enjoyed the opportunity to engage with educators from WCTE’s Project Manager of the American Graduate Program, an other regions of the country,” said Lee. “They told us that they of- initiative focused on ‘cradle to career’ education, with the ultimate ten find it challenging to bring community partners to the table. “ goal of alleviating the national dropout crisis. “Hearing their stories made Cindy and I realize how fortunate Since WCTE has been part of the Ready To Learn and American we are to live and work in such a connected region. Community Graduate initiatives, both funded by the Corporation of Public support makes WCTE’s education efforts possible.” Broadcasting, Cindy and Lee have excelled at developing important new education and community partnerships. At the confer- For more information about WCTE’s education initiatives, visit ence, they shared ways that public media can work hand-in-hand wcte.org/education.

GROWING EDUCATION: The Middle Years Premiering Thursday, Sept. 17

The Middle Years, the fourth episode in WCTE’s original documentary series titled Growing Education, is part of American Graduate: Let’s Make it Happen, a public media initiative supported by the Corporation for Pub- lic Broadcasting to address the national dropout crisis. The Middle Years focuses on 1st through 7th grade, vital school years that are imperative to a child’s success Deauna Mitchell (“Cupcake”) in the classroom and beyond. This period can hold 5th Grade Student, Avery Trace Middle School in Cookeville many challenges for students and parents, including issues of poverty, mental and emotional health prob- “We hope parents and caregivers are learning from this Growing lems, quality after-school care, parents finding time to Education series,” said Lee Wray. “We’re so thankful to the Putnam County visit their child’s school, and bullying. In this episode, School System and other partners and community members who con- WCTE talks to local educators and community partners tinue to contribute to this effort.” who address these issues.

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Friday, September 11 - 5pm - 9pm 5-6pm - TTU Drum Line & Sid the Science Kid 7-8pm - Movie - Sesame Street: The Cookie Thief 6-9pm - Silent Disco

9am - 3pm on the Fall FunFest Main Stage 9:30am - UHS Percussion & ART Prowl Bikers 10am - Johnston Family 10:30am - Capshaw Chorus 11am - Stage One Dancers 11:30am - Leisure Services Dancers 12pm - Cookeville Children’s Theater “Wizard of Oz” 1pm - Monterey High School presents “Grease” 1:15pm - Monterey High School Cheer 1:30pm - Centre School for Dance 2-3pm - Jimmy Bonilla Orchestra 6-9pm - Silent Disco PBS WALKAROUND CHARACTERS

10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 3:30pm 2:00pm 4:30pm 3:00pm

PBS Walkaround Characters are sponsored by the Johnston Family and by Cumberland Auto Center

Funding is provided by the Upper Cumberland Development District through the Tennessee Arts Commission’s Arts Build Communities program.

Sept/Oct 2015 | 5 Bright Lights, LITTLE CITY

by Kate Spears You may have heard the news that Sesame income children than any other kids TV net- Street is adding HBO asa distrbuting partner. work. Last season we were watched by 80% This decision was one that came after careful of all children ages 2-5, on television alone. thought and consideration on the part of Ses- As of June 2015, viewership among this age ame Workshop. However, that new partner- group increased 16% year over year. PBS KIDS ship does not change the fundamental role is also the leader in streaming video, with PBS and WCTE plays in the lives of families. pbskids.org placing first in the kids’ category Sesame Street will continue to air on PBS sta- for total video views and minutes. tions, including WCTE, as part of the PBS KIDS service, building on a 45-year history. “WCTE has a great relationship with Sesame Workshop and will continue airing the series PBS KIDS is comprised of more than a dozen for all children in the Upper Cumberland,” series that have been developed with the commented Becky Magura, President & CEO needs of today’s children in mind and focuses of WCTE. “In addition, we are happy that on fundamental academic areas – such as this partnership has allowed us to feature a literacy, science, technology, engineering and Sesame Street character each year at WCTE’s math (STEM) – as well as collaboration, com- Stations of Imagination at Fall FunFest and munication, critical thinking and creativity, this year Walkaround Elmo will be here to which research has shown are increasingly mark our 20th anniversary of this free important skills in the 21st-century classroom family event”. and workplace. If you are passionate about public media and According to Nielsen, PBS stations like WCTE the programming we offer that is unlike what reach more kids aged 2-5, more moms with you find anywhere else, please consider voicing children under 6 years old and more low- your support at: protectmypublicmedia.org

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ongratulations to the City of Crossville, Cumberland County and all involved on the C50th anniversary of the Cumberland County Playhouse. I’m grateful for all who have made a commitment to keep a professional, regional theatre thriving in the Upper Cumberland, with special thanks to the late Paul and Mary Crabtree, as well as Jim and Ann Crabtree, and the entire Crabtree family. I was a young girl when my parents took me to my first play at The Playhouse - probably their first musical theatre experience too. We saw the original production of Tennessee U.S.A., which starred, Bob Gunton as Johnny Timberlake. I was mesmerized and smitten with Bob, the music, the dancing, the acting, and with the whole Playhouse experience. That moment in the late 1960s was a magical, life changing moment for a me. The arts do that -- change lives on so many levels. It makes a huge difference having our own professional theatre in the Upper Cumberland, as we are a far piece from many of the cultural opportunities taken for granted in metropolitan areas. For fifty years, this theatre has made a difference in the lives of Upper Cumberland children and adults, and I’m proud that WCTE has been a media partner for much of that time. The exciting news is that we will once again team up with Emmy award-winning producer, Todd Jarrell, to present a national documentary about the Cumberland County Playhouse, called “Bright Lights, Little City.” Todd will be working on the project throughout the year and in the fall of 2016, WCTE will present the documentary to PBS stations throughout the nation. The Upper Cum- berland’s own Bryce McDonald will be working closely with us on this, as he has returned to the Playhouse from a NYC Broadway career. This is our home, our region, and our story. Do you love the Upper Cumberland as much as we do? You can help tell our story by being a financial partner. This goes for telling the Cumberland County Playhouse story, or any work WCTE creates for and about our region. Please contact me directly at (931)-528-2222, ext. 311 or via email at [email protected]. I would love to meet with you and share more of the vision for this work, and for other projects as well.

Sept/Oct 2015 | 7 New episodes airing the 3rd Thursday of each month

CTE’s new half hour rant in White County. Renowned series, Discover the around the area and located in a WUpper Cumberland, picturesque setting, the restaurant travels around our region serves everything from Cajun cui- exploring our rich heritage, sine to fresh seafood and steaks. culture, history, music, craft, performances, tourism, unique Historic Granville was a once businesses and natural beauty. booming riverboat town and com- mercial hub in Jackson County on “Discover the Upper Cumberland the Cumberland river. These days, is a magazine show that has it is a sleepy piece of rural Ameri- something for everyone,” com- cana, boasting a museum, lively mented Desiree Duncan, WCTE bluegrass music at the Sutton Ole Director of Content. “This series Time Music Show, and the beautiful enables WCTE to share the expanse of Cordell Lake on three stories that make our area of sides. Every spring brings Heri- the world unique.” tage Day, a festival that features Here are a few of our current Civil War history demonstrations, a featured stories: parade, bluegrass, an antique car show, craft booths and much more. Free Hill Community is an African American settlement estab- The White Oak Craft Fair of Cannon County, held on Sept. 12 & 13, lished by freed slaves. Virginia Hill, the daughter of a wealthy has been celebrating the inspiration and skill of craft artisans and North Carolina planter, freed her slaves, purchased 2,000 acres in their work for 26 years. This year “more than 75 artisans present Clay County, and turned the property over to them. While sparse- an enormous variety of work, chosen for its excellence.” ly populated today, it once was home to about 300 residents with two grocery stores, three clubs, two eating establishments and WCTE invites viewers to share their photos of the Upper Cumber- two churches. The Rosenwald School, one of 354 schools built for land on social media, using the hashtag #DiscoverUC. Selected African Americans in the early 20th Century, stands today and is photos will appear during future episodes of the program. on the National Register of Historic Places. For more information on this series, visit: wcte.org/discover. Foglight Foodhouse in Walling is an eclectic Southern restau-

Inner Peace on the Plateau Airing Sept. 10 at 7pm, Sept 18 at 9pm & Oct. 1 at 7pm Produced by WCTE’s Jacob Carr and Daniel Duarte, Inner Peace on the Plateau takes a look at the home of one of the larg- est meditation halls in the western hemisphere and the people that it has affected. It is a place of tranquility in the Upper Cumberland, offering peace, meditation, and yoga to all that travel from around the globe.

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Weekdays & Ready to Learn

5:00 AM Sit and Be Fit 1:00 PM Sesame Street

5:30 AM Classical Stretch 1:30 PM Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About 6:00 AM Odd Squad That 6:30 AM Wild Kratts 2:00 PM Clifford The Big Red Dog 7:00 AM Curious George 7:30 AM Curious George 2:30 PM Curious George 8:00 AM Daniel Tiger 3:00 PM Arthur

8:30 AM Daniel Tiger 3:30 PM Odd Squad 9:00 AM Sesame Street Mathline 4:00 PM Wild Kratts 10:00 AM Dinosaur Train Monday - Friday at 5pm* 10:30 AM Space Racers 4:30 PM Wild Kratts (*The Watson Brown Show airs on Wednesdays at 5pm through Nov. 25) 11:00 AM Peg + Cat 5:00 PM Mathline/ Produced by East Tennessee PBS, Mathline is a live call-in show during which host Ernie 11:30 AM Peg + Cat The Watson Brown Show (Wed.) 12:00 PM Super Why Roberts provides callers with answers to their math problems. During the 30-minute 5:30 PM Nightly Business Report show, Roberts answers relevant questions with a Common Core influence, helping 12:30 PM Thomas & Friends 6:00 PM PBS NewsHour facilitate a deeper understanding of learning mathematical concepts. Saturdays “Mathline is a valuable asset to students, parents, teachers, tutors, after-school programs, adult education and anyone who wants to brush up and refine his or her math 5:00 AM Barney & Friends 12:00 PM America’s Test Kitchen skills,” says Roberts, an award-winning Tennessee math teacher and facilitator for the 5:30 AM Angelina Ballerina: 12:30 PM Cook’s County Tennessee Department of Education. The Next Steps 1:00 PM A Chef’s Life Mathline is geared towards students Grades 4 – 12. However, all students, parents and 6:00 AM Curious George 1:30 PM Tennessee Crossroads teachers are invited to submit questions by calling the toll-free number 1-844-NUM- 6:30 AM Curious George BER8 (686-2378). Phone lines are open Monday thru Thursday, 5 to 5:30p.m CT. 7:00 AM Daniel Tiger 2:00 PM Tennessee Wildside Follow TNLearn on Facebook to see the Problem of the Day and try your hand at solv- 7:30 AM Daniel Tiger 2:30 PM Live Green Tennessee 8:00 AM Sesame Street ing it! Mr. Roberts answers the Problem of the Day at the beginning of each show. 3:00 PM Volunteer Gardener 8:30 AM Dinosaur Train 3:30 PM P. Allen Smith’s 9:00 AM This Old House 4:00 PM America’s Heartland 9:30 AM Ask This Old House 10:00 AM Hometime 4:30 PM Motorweek 10:30 AM Various Woodworking 5:00 PM Sewing w Nancy Shows 5:30 PM Fons and Porter’s 11:00 AM Rick Steves’ Europe Love of Quilting 11:30 AM Martha Stewart’s Cooking School 6:00 PM Lawrence Welk

Sundays

5:00 AM Sid the Science Kid 10:30 AM Odd Squad

5:30 AM Peg + Cat 11:00 AM Dr. Bob Show 6:00 AM Curious George Hosts Governor Bill Haslam & First Lady Crissy Haslam 11:30 AM McLaughlin Group 6:30 AM Curious George 12:00 PM Charlie Rose: The Week Ready Tennessee 7:00 AM Daniel Tiger 12:30 PM To the Contrary with Premieres Thursday, Sept. 3 at 7pm 7:30 AM Daniel Tiger 8:00 AM Sesame Street Bonnie Erbe Imagine yourself and your loved ones in a state of emergency. What would you do? 8:30 AM Dinosaur Train 1:00 PM Lawrence Welk Show How would you stay safe? Join the Tennessee Public Television Council in partner- 9:00 AM Dinosaur Train ship with TEMA for Ready Tennessee, where Governor Bill Haslam and First Lady Crissy 9:30 AM Peg + Cat 2:00 PM Classic Gospel Haslam address the importance of emergency preparedness with state experts for 10:00 AM Cat in the Hat 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Various PBS Shows all Tennesseans. The information presented in this program, along with the Ready TN Smartphone App will help guide you through any disaster or emergency. Sept/Oct 2015 | 9 Primetime / Sept. 1 - 11 *Schedule subject to change

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Ken Burns: THE CIVIL WAR September 7-11 In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the landmark series, The Civil War will be presented in its entirety in a newly restored, high definition version.

When The Civil War was originally broadcast in September 1990 it attracted an audience of 38.9 million people — a rat- ings record for PBS that still stands today. What does Burns think of the overwhelming viewer response? “The centrality of the Civil War in our lives and in the meaning of who we are as Americans — we were able to touch a chord,” says Burns. “And the response is based on that.”

Critics also hailed the series. The New York Times called it a masterpiece and said that Ken Burns “takes his place as the most accomplished documentary filmmaker of his genera- tion.” The Washington Post said: “This is not just good television, nor even just great television. This is heroic television.”

Sept/Oct 2015 | 11 Primetime / Sept. 12 - 22

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AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: Walt Disney September 14 & 15 In 1966, the year Walt Disney died, 240 million people saw a Disney movie, 100 million tuned in to a Disney television program, 80 million bought Disney merchandise, and close to seven million visited Disneyland. Few creative figures before or since have held such a long-lasting place in American life and popular culture.

From Steamboat Willie to Pinocchio to Mary Poppins, Dis- ney’s movies grew out of his own life experiences. He told stories of outsiders struggling for acceptance and belong- ing, while questioning the conventions of class and author- ity. As Disney rose to prominence and gained financial security, his work became increasingly celebratory of the American way of life that made his unlikely success possible.

Yet despite the success he achieved, he was driven and restless, a demanding perfectionist on whom decades of relentless work and chain-smoking would take their toll. He wanted his films to make people feel deeply, yet he often buried his own emotions. Aspiring to create great artistic films, he felt he wasn’t taken seriously by the movie industry and was stung when critics panned his productions.

Never satisfied with his previous efforts, he always pushed forward to a “new adventure,” but his attention to detail and quest for innovation frequently meant delays and cost over- runs. When his employees organized and went on strike, Disney felt betrayed, unable to understand how people who worked for him could be unhappy.

“Oftentimes, the character that’s at the center of Disney’s work is an outsider, an underdog of sorts, who is trying in a way to buck the system and find their way,” says AMERICAN EXPERIENCE executive producer Mark Samels. “I think Walt Disney really saw himself that way. He was a cartoonist from the Midwest who ended up in Hollywood. He wasn’t part of the inner circle. He really saw himself as standing apart from the power structure. He considered himself an artist first and foremost, and for much of his career he was.”

Sept/Oct 2015 | 13 Primetime / Sept. 23 - Oct. 3

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INDIAN SUMMERS Sundays, Sept. 27 - Nov. 22 Set against the sweeping grandeur of the Himalayas and tea plantations of Northern India, the drama tells the rich and explosive story of the decline of the British Empire and the birth of modern India from both sides of the experience. But at the heart of the story lie the implications and ramifica- tions of the tangled web of passions, rivalries and clashes that define the lives of those brought together in this summer which will change everything.

It’s the summer of 1932. India dreams of Independence, but the British are clinging to power. In the foothills of the Hima- layas stands Simla, a little England where every summer the British power-brokers of this nation are posted to govern during the summer months.

Ralph Whelan (Lloyd-Hughes), coolly ambitious, a coming man and tipped for promotion, is Private Secretary to the Viceroy of India. His sister, Alice (West), returns to Simla alone with her child and finds herself drawn to Aafrin (Patel), a Junior Clerk in the Viceroy’s office and son to Roshana (Dubey) and Darius (Seth), a gentle man and veteran of The Great War. Aafrin is brother to Sooni (Kala), severe and beautiful, and his spoilt younger sister Shamshad.

Julie Walters stars as the glamorous doyenne of an English social club. Starring in this lavish production are Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Jemima West, Nikesh Patel, Roshan Seth, and Lillete Dubey.

Sept/Oct 2015 | 15 Primetime / Oct. 4 - 14

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I’LL HAVE WHAT PHIL’S HAVING Premieres Monday Sept. 28 Expect the unexpected as host Phil Rosenthal, Emmy award winning producer and creator of Everybody Loves Raymond, brings his unique brand of humor to his search for the world’s best food. I’ll Have What Phil’s Having is an unforgettable 6-part food and travel series that dishes up sublime fare bursting onto the international culinary scene, hidden delica- cies, and a healthy dose of laughs.

Executive producer Laurie Donnelly said, “We hope Phil’s quirky, adventurous spirit will inspire audiences to have their own culinary discoveries, big or small and to say, ‘I’ll have what Phil’s having!’”

Sept/Oct 2015 | 17 Primetime / Oct. 15 - 25

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The Brain with Dr. David Eagleman Wednesdays, Oct. 14 - Nov. 18 Neuroscientist David Eagleman explores the human brain in an epic six-part series that reveals the ultimate story of us, why we feel and think the things we do. This ambitious project blends science with innovative visual effects and compelling personal stories, and addresses some big questions. By understanding the human brain, we can come close to understanding humanity.

Dr. Eagleman’s exciting multi-disciplinary approach has earned him respect — and fans — across the globe. He will take viewers on a fascinating journey through our inner cosmos, exploring the brain’s neural landscape while asking profound questions like “What is reality?” and “Who is in control?” He will also look at the darker side of humanity in order to understand why the brain drives us towards certain behaviors.

“In a cubic centimeter of brain tissue there are as many connec- tions as stars in the Milky Way Galaxy. Somehow our thoughts, our hopes, and our dreams are contained in these three pounds of wet biological material,” said Dr. Eagleman. “I hope that when viewers watch THE BRAIN, they will take away the love of science and wonder that make us all unique.

Mon. at 7:30, Thurs. at 9:30 September 7 - The Earls of Leicester The Earls of Leicester is an all-star bluegrass band, pun- ningly named for Earl Scruggs and Lester Flatt, whose popular and pioneering bluegrass inspired every one of the musicians here paying them tribute. September 14 & 17 - Amos Lee His music is often described as a fusion of folk and rock, in which he recognizes the power of simplicity, distilling an emotional essence that cuts across all categories.

Sept/Oct 2015 | 19 Primetime / Oct. 26 - 31

Until recently, Morris Irby served with distinction on our Upper Cumberland Broadcast Council. The OVC at TTU ran this article celebrating diversity to honor him and it is our honor to share it with you.

orris Irby (1968-71) was not only a standout baseball elor’s degree in business admin- player at Tennessee Tech in the late 1960s and early istration and in 1977 received a M1970s but he was also the first black player recruited master’s degree in educational for a baseball scholarship at the university. psychology also from TTU.

A native of Cookeville, Irby went to Cookeville High School at He then worked for nearly 40 years the same time as current Tennessee Tech head football coach for Fleetguard/Cummins Filtration. Watson Brown. When it was time to decide on a college he He has served on the TTU College stayed home to play for the Golden Eagle baseball team. of Business board of trustees and the boards of directors for WCTE, the Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency and On the field Irby led the team with five home runs, 39 runs and the Tennessee Rehabilitation Center. 21 stolen bases during the 1970 season. Over 40 years later the 21 stolen bases that season still ranks as the 10th-best in A staple in the Cookeville community, he was also part of inte- school history for a single-season. Overall his 40 career stolen grating Cookeville Central High School after the former Darwin bases still ranks as the eighth-best total in Tennessee Tech’s School, a comprehensive black school for grades one through baseball history. 12, was destroyed by fire in January 1963.

He would graduate from Tennessee Tech in 1971 with a bach- *Reprinted with permission from Tennessee Technological University.

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Premiering Saturday, Aug. 29

WCTE-TV/PBS on the Radio is hitting the radio waves at Zimmer Broadcasting. You can find us, on 107.7 FM and 1400 AM Hub every Saturday morning at 9am.

The show is 30 minutes long and will cover all things WCTE-TV, with an emphasis on Education, Program- ming and What’s Current With WCTE. Special segments will include hosts of local shows, guests from local programming, short clips from One on One with Becky Magura, and much more.

“This will give us another opportunity to let people know about WCTE’s oustanding programming, events and news,” remarked Avery Owens, WCTE’s Director of Advancement. “I’m excited about engaging a new audience as well as our loyal viewers through a different medium and keeping them informed about all that we have to offer.”

One on One with Becky Magura Thursdays at 8:30pm

September Bobbi English is the Vice President, US Tele- vision for Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit October educational organization behind Sesame Judah Akers, a native of Cookev- Street and so much more. Bobbi was in ille, is the lead singer for the Cookeville visiting WCTE and recognizing Americana folk-band Judah and our signature event for children, Stations of The Lion. The band is described Imagination and the Johnston family who as a “modern pop band “with a helped establish that event. Bobbi has a long feel as old as the hills and holler” history with public media and shares with combining a nostalgic twang of viewers the magic of education through tele- bluegrass, country and traditional vision especially those youngest viewers who folk music, and has quickly built a have learned so much from Sesame Street. devoted fan base.

Sept/Oct 2015 | 21 The 2015 PBS Arts Fall Festival returns every Friday from October 9 to November 27, celebrating its fifth season with eight new weekly programs. This year, the Festival will be host- ed by the seven-time Grammy Award-winning Gloria Estefan.

ACT ONE, Nov 13 DANNY ELFMAN, Oct 30 BILLY ELLIOT, Oct 23

UNITY, Oct 9 Kern & Hammerstein’s SHOW BOAT, Oct 16

October 9 November 6 UNITY – THE LATIN TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON GREAT PERFORMANCES “Chita Rivera: A Lot of Livin’ to Do” World-class drummer and percussionist Sheila E. hosts a concert special Legendary Broadway performer Chita Rivera has been lighting up inter- that showcases award-winning Latin artists and a 37-piece orchestra national stages for over seventy years. In addition to archival clips from performing a tribute to Michael Jackson. Based on an album by Tony Rivera’s many shows and TV appearances, this career retrospective also Succar, the album and concert feature 16 songs that inspired musicians features interviews with Dick Van Dyke, Ben Vereen, Carol Lawrence and from all over Latin America to come together to celebrate and reimagine many more to tell the story of Rivera’s peerless show biz virtuosity. Jackson’s hits. November 13 October 16 LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER - “Act One” LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER – “Kern & Hammerstein’s Show Boat Few have captured the magic of the theatre better than Moss Hart, a in Concert with the New York Philharmonic.“ poor kid from the Bronx who went on to become a lion of Broadway. The This groundbreaking musical redefined entertainment and changed the writer of classic comedies with George S. Kaufman including “You Can’t face of American theater. Spanning the years from 1880 to 1927, Jerome Take it With You” and “The Man Who Came To Dinner,” and the director of Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II’s lyrical masterpiece concerns the lives, the original production of “My Fair Lady,” Moss’s memoir (“Act One”) has loves and heartbreaks of three generations of show folk on the Missis- captivated theater lovers for over 50 years. “Act One” features a first-rate sippi River, in Chicago and on Broadway. cast led by Tony Shalhoub, Andrea Martin and Santino Fontana. October 23 GREAT PERFORMANCES “Billy Elliot the Musical” November 20 Featuring a rousing score by Elton John, “Billy Elliot” takes place during FIRST YOU DREAM—THE MUSIC OF KANDER & EBB North East England’s contentious mining strike of 1984 and tells the A landmark television event: a tribute to John Kander and Fred Ebb, the inspirational story of a young boy’s journey from the boxing ring to the legendary Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Grammy-award winning songwriting ballet barre, transforming his family along with his entire community. team whose Broadway shows include Cabaret, Chicago, Kiss of the Spider Woman, The Act, Curtains and The Scottsboro Boys and timeless songs October 30 including “New York, New York,” “All That Jazz,” “Money Makes the World Go LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER – “Danny Elfman’s Music from the Around” and “Maybe This Time.” Films of Tim Burton” This unique episode arrives just in time for Halloween and captures all November 27 the excitement of a cultural invasion, climaxing in wildly entertaining GREAT PERFORMANCES “Andrea Bocelli: Cinema” performances of Elfman’s most beloved scores from films in collaboration Andrea Bocelli pays musical tribute to the silver screen in a lush concert with Tim Burton such as Batman, Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands and of beloved songs from the movies. Joined by Grammy-winning producer The Nightmare Before Christmas, which feature Danny Elfman singing his David Foster, the renowned tenor performs memorable favorites from iconic songs. blockbuster classics including and many more.

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