NHPBS Celebration of the Arts
“Art should be something that liberates your soul, provokes the imagination and encourages people to go further.”
New Hampshire PBS is celebrating local artists of all kinds – dancers, musicians, painters, writers and photographers – artists from all disciplines. We welcome you to explore and experience the art and creativity from these Northern New England artisans.
UPCOMING EVENT - Wednesday, November 13, 2024 - Leonardo da Vinci Screening and Discussion
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Asmik Grigorian performs "Un bel di"
Asmik Grigorian performs "Un bel di" from "Madama Butterfly."
TV Schedule
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cabin in the woods
Best of the Joy of Painting
Tuesday, 9/17 at 11:30 A.M. on CREATE -
finishing school
Quilting Arts
Tuesday, 9/17 at 1:00 P.M. on CREATE -
the old drilling rig
Painting and Travel with Roger & Sarah Bansemer
Tuesday, 9/17 at 1:30 P.M. on CREATE -
julia alvarez: a life reimagined
American Masters
Tuesday, 9/17 at 9:00 P.M. on NHPBS -
misty mountain morning
Joy of Painting with Nicholas Hankins: Bob Ross' Unfinished Season
Wednesday, 9/18 at 7:30 A.M. on CREATE -
dock scene
Best of the Joy of Painting
Wednesday, 9/18 at 11:30 A.M. on CREATE
How Julia Alvarez conceived the story for her novel "Afterlife"
"Afterlife" was Julia Alvarez's way of "[giving] voice to that landscape of aging."
Julia Alvarez on the female perspective in "In the Time of the Butterflies"
Julia Alvarez wanted to write about dictatorship from a female perspective for her second novel.
How Julia Alvarez brought truth to the Mirabal sisters in her novel "In the Time of the Butterflies"
Julia Alvarez brought the story of the assassination of the Mirabel sisters to life in her novel.
The true story behind "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents"
Julia Alvarez recounts the day she had to escape from the Dominican Republic with her family.
How Julia Alvarez was inspired by the working class
Julia Alvarez wrote about the interior lives of working class women.
Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames (EAD + OC)
Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.
Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames (EAD + OC Trailer)
Preview the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.
Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames (ASL)
Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.
Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames (ASL Trailer)
Preview the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.
Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames
Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.
Great Performances at the Met: La Rondine Preview
Puccini's love story stars soprano Angel Blue as the French courtesan Magda.
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2024
Enjoy this annual concert featuring Andris Nelsons as guest conductor with Lise Davidsen as soloist.
Angel Blue Performs "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta"
Angel Blue sings an excerpt of Magda's Act I aria, "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta."
When Blake Edwards cast Bo Derek in "10"
Blake Edwards cast Bo Derek as the "perfect woman" in his film "10."
When Blake Edwards gave filmmaker Rob Marshall his iconic viewfinder
Rob Marshall recounts the touching moment when Blake Edwards gifted him his viewfinder.
Blake Edwards' children reflect on their father
Jennifer and Geoffrey Edwards reminisce on their father.
How Paul Feig discovered directing by watching "The Pink Panther"
Paul Feig discovered directing by watching "The Pink Panther."
Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined
Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.
Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames
Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2024 Preview
Enjoy this annual concert featuring Andris Nelsons as guest conductor with Lise Davidsen as soloist.
Serenity
Join Bob Ross beneath a huge old tree in the deep dark forest.
Florida's Glory
Bob Ross creates a painting within the shape of the state of Florida.
Purple Haze
Bob Ross paints another vibrant landscape beauty on black canvas.
Lise Davidsen Performs "Dich, teure Halle, grüß ich wieder"
Lise Davidsen and the VPO performs "Dich, teure Halle, grüß ich wieder."
"The Ride of the Valkyries" by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra plays "The Ride of the Valkyries."
Frozen Beauty in Vignette
Snow-covered landscape, icy pond and cabin, compliments of Bob Ross.
Hazy Day
Bob Ross creates a beautiful rocky stream gently rippling through the forest mist.
Double Take
Bob Ross presentstwo paintings overlapping on the same black canvas.
Great Performances at the Met: Roméo et Juliette
Soprano Nadine Sierra and tenor Benjamin Bernheim portray Shakespeare's famed star-crossed lovers.
Nadine Sierra performs "Ah! Je veux vivre"
Juliette (Nadine Sierra) performs "Ah! Je veux vivre" in "Roméo et Juliette"
American Masters Shorts: Season 1
Explore new documentary shorts about artists who defy the odds to create remarkable work.
Great Performances at the Met: La Forza del Destino Preview
Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Verdi's grand tale of love, deadly vendetta, and family strife.
Paul Mooney on his career and relationship with Richard Pryor
Paul Mooney reflects on the mechanics of stand-up and his role as Richard Pryor's best friend.
How Lily Tomlin found liberation in exploring her Laugh-In characters
Lily Tomlin speaks about her time on Laugh-In and how she developed her characters.
How Phyllis Diller broke down the doors for female comics
Phyllis Diller reflects on how her comedy was a response to years of "take my wife" jokes.
Jeff Foxworthy on how every American might be a "redneck"
Jeff Foxworthy discusses regionalism in comedy and why "redneck" is a state of mind.
Lise Davidsen in "La Forza del Destino"
Lise Davidsen performs the Act IV aria "La Forza del Destino."
Great Performances at the Met: Carmen Preview
Acclaimed English director Carrie Cracknell makes her Met debut.
Aigul Akhmetshina Performs "Habanera" from Carmen at the Met
Aigul Akhmetshina and the Met Chorus perform "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle"
Love, Jamie
Jamie Diaz is a trans woman and artist who has spent nearly 30 years in a men's prison in Texas.
In Memoriam: Jac Venza
Great Performances mourns the passing of its founding Executive Producer, Jac Venza.
Audra McDonald Performs "Climb Ev'ry Mountain"
Audra McDonald Performs "Climb Ev'ry Mountain" in this anniversary concert.
Joan Rivers finds humor in being yourself
Joan Rivers speaks about her experience as a female comic in the early 60s.
Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary: Extended Performance
Features an all-star cast at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Preparing Lutiebelle to Become Cousin Bee
Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) prepares Lutiebelle by quizzing her about her "past."
Purlie Victorious
The comedic play tells the story of a Black preacher's scheme to reclaim his inheritance.
Love, Jamie
Jamie Diaz is a trans woman and artist who has spent nearly 30 years in a men's prison in Texas.
Purlie's Plan
Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) tells Missy about his plan to get his church back.
