Programs/Content
PBS Distribution brings Brit drama ‘Jamestown’ to Passport, Amazon viewers first
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At present there are no plans to present the miniseries on “Masterpiece,” the iconic WGBH drama series.
Programs/Content
PBS president says network has tightened harassment policies, is eyeing new late-night fare
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No deadline has been set for replacing Charlie Rose and Tavis Smiley, but options include retaining Christiane Amanpour’s show.
Programs/Content
Brits adapt ‘Little Women’ to be ‘fresh and of the moment’
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Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel is coming to “Masterpiece” this spring, thanks in part to a nudge by one of England’s most celebrated television writers and a dash of financing from U.S. partners.
Programs/Content
‘Downton’ trio join up for first ‘Masterpiece’ feature film
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The film will air on PBS stations after a limited theatrical release.
Programs/Content
Press tour brings questions about federal funding, panel on ‘Vietnam’ soundtrack
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PBS President Paula Kerger assures critics that stations are communicating with members of Congress about the importance of CPB funding.
Programs/Content
New royal drama seen as ‘golden opportunity’ to build on success of ‘Downton’
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The series shares some elements in common with Downton but is based on historical events.
Awards
With Smith’s latest Emmy for ‘Downton,’ hit series leads PBS’s prime-time standouts
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Another “Masterpiece” break-out, “Sherlock: The Abominable Bride,” won for best television movie.
People
Eaton on post-‘Downton’ life: ‘It’s very hard for me to resist challenges’
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Eaton has been at the helm of the PBS strand for 31 years of its 45-season history.
Programs/Content
Podcasts tied to TV shows pave way for larger strategy at WGBH
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Podcasts such as Masterpiece Studio and Antiques Roadshow have given WGBH “a running start” in pushing into the medium.