Tag: Masterpiece
Susanne Simpson leans into EP role at ‘Masterpiece’
“What I hope I'm doing in offering my creative contributions is taking us to a new place in terms of actual original ...‘Endeavour’ closes latest chapter in enduring ‘Masterpiece’ franchise
The prequel to “Inspector Morse” has delivered compelling drama, big audiences and fundraising results to public TV since 2013.Masterpiece’s ‘Tom Jones’ updates classic romp for unfamiliar audiences
The four-hour adaptation, which debuts on PBS April 30, honors the 1749 book yet shows it through a modern lens.Ken Burns: ‘I do not accept that only people of a particular background can tell ...
Speaking during the Television Critics Association summer press tour, Burns said he supported PBS' new initiatives to increase programming diversity.Fans, stations welcome return of hit series ‘Sanditon’
Efficient production and a collaborative funding push allowed for two new seasons of the "Masterpiece" Jane Austen adaptation.‘Atlantic Crossing’ brings subtitled Norwegian drama to ‘Masterpiece’
When the pipeline of British dramas slowed during lockdown, EP Susanne Simpson acquired a World War II drama from Norwegian public broadcaster ...‘All Creatures’ revival expands women’s roles while staying faithful to original TV show
Debuting in January, the "Masterpiece" revamp of the long-running classic features a more contemporary sensibility.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 ...‘Masterpiece’ tests digital-first release strategy for steamy costume drama
EP Susanne Simpson predicts “Beecham House,” a new TV series by filmmaker Gurinder Chadha, will be a "membership magnet" during March pledge. ...‘Masterpiece’ promotes Susanne Simpson in move to bolster program development
Simpson is stepping up to EP to allow Rebecca Eaton to focus on developing new original projects as EP-at-large.Sweep of ‘World on Fire’ encompasses portrayals of ordinary lives
Airing in the spring, the seven-part "Masterpiece" series was inspired by the '70s-era BBC documentary series "The World at War."Amid growing competition, PBS Distribution boosts investment in British dramas
A licensing partnership between PBS and WGBH is at the center of a strategy to “future-proof” the iconic "Masterpiece."PBS eyes streaming agreements to address ‘profoundly important’ platform goals, Kerger says
The PBS president told an audience at the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour to "stay tuned" for possible announcements involving Sling ...Remembering Russell Baker, the ‘Masterpiece’ host who performed ‘ballet in a phone booth’
The writer and columnist, who died Monday at the age of 93, "charmed everyone" he worked with as host of the WGBH ...PBS Distribution brings Brit drama ‘Jamestown’ to Passport, Amazon viewers first
At present there are no plans to present the miniseries on "Masterpiece," the iconic WGBH drama series.
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