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.
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Marian Anderson's love of fashion and shoes
Marian Anderson had a vast collection of couture clothing.
TV Schedule
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purple haze
Best of the Joy of Painting
Saturday, 1/29 at 5:30 A.M. on CREATE -
frozen beauty in vignette
Best of the Joy of Painting
Saturday, 1/29 at 9:30 P.M. on CREATE -
terry allen
Austin City Limits
Sunday, 1/30 at 12:00 A.M. on EXPLORE -
breaking boundaries
Articulate with Jim Cotter
Sunday, 1/30 at 12:00 P.M. on WORLD -
sew gifts-make memories, part 1
Best of Sewing with Nancy
Monday, 1/31 at 7:00 A.M. on CREATE -
beyond the wall, part 2
Paint This with Jerry Yarnell
Monday, 1/31 at 7:30 A.M. on CREATE
Great Performances at the Met: Boris Godunov Preview
Bass René Pape reprises his portrayal of the tortured tsar.
Marian Anderson's singing recalls America's racial unrest
"Crucifixion" recalled the racial unrest Marian Anderson saw during her time in Chicago.
How racism affected Marian Anderson's vocal classification
Though Marian Anderson could sing both high and low notes, she was billed as a contralto.
Erin Morely Performs as Eurydice
Soprano Erin Morley sings an excerpt of "This is what it is to love an artist"
Duran Duran
Revel in a performance from pop superstars Duran Duran.
René Pape performs Scene VII of Boris Godunov
René Pape performs a section of the final scene of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov.
Reopening "Wicked"
Go behind the scenes of the special reopening night of "Wicked."
Great Performances - Reopening: The Broadway Revival
Go behind the scenes of Broadway as shows reunite and re-stage after the pandemic hiatus.
St. Vincent / Joy Oladokun
Relish the distinctive sounds of St. Vincent and Joy Oladokun.
Reopening: The Broadway Revival Preview
Go behind the scenes of Broadway as shows reunite and re-stage after the pandemic hiatus.
Austin City Limits 7th Annual Hall of Fame Honors (90 min)
Celebrate as inductees Alejandro Escovedo, Lucinda Williams and Wilco are honored.
Ailey dancers reflect on company's scrappy beginnings
Former Ailey dancers recall how Alvin Ailey worked hard to raise money for the company.
Broadway Is...
Listen to these Broadway stars discuss what the word "Broadway" means to them.
Back to the Rehearsal Room
Go into the Rehearsal Rooms of Waitress, Aladdin and Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.
Bill T. Jones remembers the first time he met Alvin Ailey
"I was lonely for colleagues who were people of color," said Jones upon meeting Ailey.
Gray Mountain
Bob Ross paints an awesome sky hovering over snow-covered mountains.
Warm Summer Day
This Bob Ross days of summer painting will inspire your imagination for years to come.
The Old Oak Tree
On the edge of the forest stands the stately oak. Watch the beauty unfold with Bob Ross.
Rowboat on the Beach
Bob Ross paints a charming little rowboat awaiting its next journey.
Tranquil Dawn
Join Bob Ross on a warm winter morning. This painting offers the freshness of a new day!
Valley Waterfall
Join Bob in the lush green valley and listen to the water flowing to places unknown.
Austin City Limits 7th Annual Hall of Fame Honors
Celebrate as Alejandro Escovedo, Lucinda Williams and Wilco are honored.
From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2022
Ring in the new year at the Musikverein with Vienna Philharmonic and host Hugh Bonneville.
To the Hunt!
The Vienna Philharmonic performs Johann Strauss Jr.'s "To the Hunt!"
Ailey
The story of a visionary artist who found salvation through dance.
Great Performances at the Met: New Year's Eve Gala Preview
The Met rings in the new year with a gala performance featuring opera's biggest stars.
From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2022 Preview
Ring in the new year at the Musikverein with Vienna Philharmonic and host Hugh Bonneville.
Rennie Harris on the power of the choreographer
Rennie Harris describes how choreographers are responsible for their dancers.
Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life
Ailey describes his "blood memories" and an impactful friendship.
Ailey's "Revelations" draws on African American spirituals
Ailey's "Revelations" performance depicted the "Black experience."
Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey
Rennie Harris choreographed a piece about Ailey for the 60th anniversary of the company.
Excerpts from Great Performances at the Met: New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year with Angel Blue, Pretty Yende, Javier Camarena and Matthew Polenzani.
Ailey
The story of a visionary artist who found salvation through dance.
Jacques Pépin Makes Quiche Lorraine
Pépin's recipe for quiche Lorraine is inspired by his mother.
Jacques Pépin Makes Kale Soup
Pépin teaches us his recipe for a hearty kale soup.
Jacques Pépin Makes Tomato Toasts
This recipe for tomato toasts with olives is inspired by Pépin's time in Spain.
Jacques Pépin Makes Clam Fritters
Pépin's clam fritters bring back fond memories of going clamming in the sea.
Jacques Pépin Makes Moules Two Ways
Pépin demonstrates two ways of making mussels.
Jacques Pépin Makes Cold Tomato-Cucumber Soup
Pépin loves a cold soup in the summer using this recipe.
Olivia Rodrigo / Phoebe Bridgers
Enjoy fresh perspectives in song from Olivia Rodrigo and Phoebe Bridgers.
Great Performances: Unforgettable With Love - Natalie Cole
Enjoy this special encore of Natalie Cole’s Emmy-winning concert.
GP at the Met: Bryn Terfel & Friends in Concert Preview
The legendary bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel performs a holiday program.
San Francisco Symphony Performs with esperanza spalding
Watch San Francisco Symphony and esperanza spalding perform Wayne Shorter's "Gaia."
Great Performances: San Francisco Symphony Reopening Night
Celebrate opening night of San Francisco Symphony's season.
Jacques Pépin Makes Beef Carpaccio
Pépin teaches us his recipe for beef carpaccio.
Unforgettable, by Natalie Cole & Nat King Cole
Watch this duet between Natalie Cole and Nat King Coel as they sing "Unforgettable."
Jacques Pépin Makes Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
Jacques Pépin shows us a simple but tasty Brussels sprouts recipe.
Jacques Pépin Makes Onion Soup Gratinée
Pépin teaches us how to make onion soup gratinée.
