Tag: Downton Abbey
‘Downton Abbey’ pledge marathon boosts public TV’s June pledge drive
With PBS rights to the drama expiring June 30, stations and viewers are making the most of the show’s fundraising farewell tour. ...How Rebecca Eaton’s ‘tailor-made’ role at ‘Masterpiece’ fits with a new strategy for original dramas
As intensifying competition drives up the costs of British dramas, production execs at WGBH are developing their own ideas for shows that ...‘Downton’ trio join up for first ‘Masterpiece’ feature film
The film will air on PBS stations after a limited theatrical release.New royal drama seen as ‘golden opportunity’ to build on success of ‘Downton’
The series shares some elements in common with Downton but is based on historical events.With Smith’s latest Emmy for ‘Downton,’ hit series leads PBS’s prime-time standouts
Another “Masterpiece” break-out, “Sherlock: The Abominable Bride,” won for best television movie.Eaton on post-‘Downton’ life: ‘It’s very hard for me to resist challenges’
Eaton has been at the helm of the PBS strand for 31 years of its 45-season history.It’s a veddy big and happy farewell for ‘Downton Abbey’
Some 9.6 million viewers tuned in for Sunday night’s last episode.Podcasts tied to TV shows pave way for larger strategy at WGBH
Podcasts such as Masterpiece Studio and Antiques Roadshow have given WGBH “a running start” in pushing into the medium.‘The Pub’ #52: Slate’s June Thomas reviews ‘Mercy Street’
Can the Civil War drama compare to Downton Abbey?PBS Winter Press Tour news, from Broadway to outer space
PBS answered a looming question: What will take over Downton Abbey’s Sunday-evening timeslot?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.On-demand programs prove alluring to PBS station members
Since PBS’s Passport service launched last month, more than 30,000 members have signed up to watch Downton Abbey and other marquee offerings.Fugitive Ohio shoplifter is fanatic for ‘Downton’ DVD collections
Branden Joseph Deel, aka the “Downton Abbey Addict,” has the honor of being the latest Fugitive of the Week in Columbus, Ohio.Kerger on end of ‘Downton’: “Great television begets great television”
”We really have an abundance of programs that have been pitched to us.“Coming finale of ‘Downton Abbey’ puts public TV’s sales reps on edge
With nearly $1 million in local underwriting on the line, PBS is piloting an initiative to bolster sponsorships.
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