Author: Barry Garron
New PBS films revisit war histories with present-day perspective
With examinations of Vietnam and the Great War, the documentarians are focusing on stories to help younger viewers understand today’s conflicts. ...Press tour brings questions about federal funding, panel on ‘Vietnam’ soundtrack
PBS President Paula Kerger assures critics that stations are communicating with members of Congress about the importance of CPB funding.After lengthy ownership dispute, PBS music doc to air this fall
Two brothers clashed over who would complete ”Soundbreaking,” a series shaped around legendary Beatles producer George Martin.Talk of election takes spotlight at PBS summer press tour
Even panels about shows not overtly dedicated to politics were immersed in campaign theories and analyses.PBS press tour brings preview of Burns docs, review of fireworks gaffe
Kerger said PBS’s handling of its broadcast of the annual Fourth of July fireworks on Washington’s National Mall was contrary to policy.Producers rethink children’s TV shows to appeal to digitally savvy youngsters
To keep pace, creators of new and legacy shows must think far beyond the television screen.PBS president expresses concern about auction’s impact on coverage
Paula Kerger spoke with TV critics Monday about the FCC spectrum auction, the success of Downton Abbey and the future of Mercy Street.Historical details set bar for ‘Mercy Street,’ a rare American drama on PBS
Of the scripted series on TV this season, it’s unlikely that any come close to the demanding standards of historical authenticity found ...Kerger on end of ‘Downton’: “Great television begets great television”
”We really have an abundance of programs that have been pitched to us.“How Ric Burns stepped out of his comfort zone and into Ballet Theatre
With a new American Masters documentary in the wings, the filmmaker says he prefers to let his projects find him.Slate of upcoming PBS shows includes specials on Vietnam War, American music
Masterpiece's "Poldark," which premieres in June, might also enjoy additional seasons on the network.Kantor brings wide-angle lens to PBS’s American Masters
The new e.p. wants to break old rules about who could or should be subjects of profiles.First scripted series from PBS Digital Studios updates Frankenstein for modern age
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — You have to love the irony. The first scripted narrative series from PBS Digital Studios is a modern update ...Fibs, Yiddish and Crosbys: tidbits from PBS’s press tour
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — They don’t make the front page, but the comments and observations of panelists during PBS’s portion of the Television ...Popularity of ‘Downton’ creates embarrassment of riches in ‘Masterpiece’ slot
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — The success of Downton Abbey, whose fifth season has been set for Jan. 4, has created a novel problem for PBS: ...
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