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Viewers tuning in, funds tuning out for PBS
RICHMOND, Va. (WTVR) – It’s going on 50 years since the U.S. government created public broadcasting to “enrich the human spirit, to teach and tell stories of our nation.” It has seen many changes...
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Television show crew sets up shop in Petersburg
PETERSBURG, Va. (WTVR) – American Experience, a show that airs on PBS, is currently filming in Petersburg, Virginia.“The Abolitionists” a three hour, three-part docu-drama is scheduled to air on PBS...
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Concerns over PBS funding and Big Bird follow presidential debate
(WTVR) – Will Big Bird be out of a job soon? Last night’s debate left many people wondering what will happen to the entire Sesame Street crew. This after Mitt Romney told PBS anchor and debate...
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‘Sesame Street’ to air hurricane special Friday
NEW YORK CITY (WTVR) – It seems Sesame Street has been dealing with a rough year. First, presidential candidate Mitt Romney threatens to effectively fire the Muppets by defunding PBS. Now on Friday,...
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‘Downton Abbey’ gets a fourth season
By Breeanna Hare, CNN (CNN) – Our national obsession with “Downton Abbey” can continue uninterrupted. The Los Angeles Times reports that the drama has been renewed for another season. The British...
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An evening of ‘Downton Abbey’ coming to The Byrd
RICHMOND, Va. (WTVR) — Season three of “Downton Abbey” premieres Sunday, Jan. 6 on PBS. But Richmonders will get an opportunity to see the first hour of the highly-anticipated show for FREE on the...
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Dame Maggie Smith’s never watched ‘Downton Abbey’
ANOTHER ZINGER FROM THE DOWAGER OF DOWNTON ABBEY: DAME MAGGIE SMITH SAYS SHE HAS NEVER WATCHED THE SHOW! (CBS News) — Dame Maggie Smith, who plays the cantankerous countess on the “Downton Abbey”...
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‘Antiques Roadshow’ ticket application deadline looms
RICHMOND, Va. (WTVR)–A reminder that the Antiques Roadshow will be in Richmond on August 17, but the deadline for ticket applications is this Monday, April 8. The highly-rated PBS primetime series will...
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‘Downton Abbey’ casts first black actor
(CNN) — “Downton Abbey’s” bringing on a roster of new cast members for its fourth season. The addictive British series has tapped Gary Carr (TV’s “Death in Paradise” and “Bluestone 42″) to portray a...
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Sesame Street adds character with jailbird dad
(CNN) — Sesame Street is again tackling tough issues — expanding its “Little Children, Big Challenges” series by introducing a new character. Alex is a Sesame Street character whose father is in jail....
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VTM: Award Winning Writer Slash Coleman
RICHMOND, Va (WTVR) – He has written, produced and starred in the award-winning, PBS special, ‘The Neon Man and Me.’ Slash Coleman is also a blogger for ‘Psychology Today’ and a contributor for...
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‘Downtown Abbey’ season 4 trailer shows new characters
The trailer for season four of “Downtown Abbey” has hit the airwaves in the UK.
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Sesame Street celebrates its 45th Season!
RICHMOND, Va – Sesame Street Executive Producer Carol-Lynn Parente along with stars Elmo and Cookie Monster shared some fun and exciting details about Sesame Street’s 45th Season that features classic...
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This modern twist on Ambrosia Salad will make grandma proud
RICHMOND, Va – Chef Vivian Howard, Host of PBS’ ‘A Chef’s Life,’ stopped by the studio to mix up a modern take on ambrosia salad, complete with fresh fruit and topped with roasted pistachios. Vivian’s...
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Love ‘Downton Abbey’? Now you can stay there
Downton Abbey, with its snooty aristocrats and even snootier butlers, has never been somewhere for the likes of us. Until now. Highclere Castle, the posh British mansion that doubles as Downton in the...
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Don’t miss the ‘Downton Abbey’ preview at the Altria Theater
RICHMOND, Va — A special previewing of “Downton Abbey” Season 5 will be held across the pond, at the Altria Theater. Katherine Godin, Director of Community Engagement for the Community Idea Stations,...
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Stars and extras of Virginia, prepare thee for a new PBS Civil War series...
RICHMOND, Va. – PBS will soon begin filming their new Civil War television series in Virginia. The series, created by Lisa Q. Wolfinger and David Zabel, will be a blend of hospital drama and family...
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‘Serial’ podcast taking on two new cases
Watch Video NEW YORK — “Serial” fans won’t have to wait much longer for a fresh case.Producers for the popular podcast have announced there will be two new seasons, beginning this fall. “We are hard at...
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