Miss Austen On Masterpiece "Episode 3"
Wednesday, May 27 at 8:00 pm on 12.1
Through her feverish delirium, Cassandra guards Jane's letters from Mary Austen. As she drifts in and out of consciousness, she relives the dramatic events of her youth. Once better, Cassandra takes drastic action to secure Isabella’s future.
Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey
Wednesday, May 27 at 10:00 pm on 12.1
Join Rick Steves and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra on a spectacular musical journey through Europe. This unique special blends powerful Romantic-era anthems from composers like Strauss, Grieg and Verdi with breathtaking visuals and Rick’s cultural insights. Experience Europe’s history, the passion for freedom and the spirit of unity across borders. Perfect for lovers of music, history and travel.
Great Performances "Josh Groban: An Evening at Union Chapel"
Thursday, May 28 at 7:30 pm on 12.1
Josh Groban returns to PBS in a special, personal concert staged in the intimate and historic setting of London’s Union Chapel. Recorded in October 2025, the concert captures the acclaimed vocalist showcasing his most beloved songs alongside new material, all reimagined within the chapel’s acoustics. Between songs, Groban speaks about what makes these songs personal to him.
Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show
Friday, May 29 at 9:00 pm on 12.1
This special offers a powerful and stirring reinvention of Riverdance, celebrated the world over for its Grammy Award-winning score and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary power and grace of its music and dance – beloved by fans of all ages.
Willie Nelson's 90th Birthday Celebration
Saturday, May 30 at 8:30 pm on 12.1
A star-studded music special celebrating the country legend’s milestone 90th birthday and his contributions to popular culture and music. Recorded live on Nelson’s 90th birthday at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, this historic concert features classics from the Nelson songbook with performances by Sheryl Crow, Snoop Dogg, Norah Jones, Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, and Nelson himself.
Celebrating America 250: Made with Love
Sunday, May 31 at 9:00 pm on 12.1
This special episode of the Emmy Award-winning Made with Love series brings America's founding spirit to life through the hands of today's artisans. To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the series travels across the country, celebrating the traditions of makers who helped shape this nation. From the impact of boatbuilders during the Revolutionary War to the printing press that helped spread ideas of independence, experience the history of craftsmanship that helped unify and lay the foundation for this nation. From a blacksmith restoring ironwork in New Orleans, to trombone makers carrying on the legacy of jazz in Kansas City, to a moccasin maker preserving Indigenous traditions in Montana, and a glassblower reinventing the ancient art, these creators illustrate the many cultures that built this country. Celebrating America 250: Made with Love is an inspirational tribute to creativity, resilience, and tradition, honoring the artisans whose work continues to define who we are as a nation.
Julia Child: Best Bites
Monday, June 1 at 7:30 pm on 12.1
This special celebrates the first lady of cooking with Martha Stewart, Jacques Pepin, Vivian Howard, Marcus Samuelsson, Jose Andres, Eric Ripert, Rick Bayless and more. Chefs and celebrities share personal insights as they screen Julia’s most-beloved episodes.
Barbra Streisand: Timeless - Live In Concert
Tuesday, June 2 at 9:00 pm on 12.1
Enjoy a magical concert filmed on New Year's Eve in 1999 at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas. Staged as an original, Broadway-style musical in which Barbra looks back at her past, the production featured an orchestra conducted by Marvin Hamlisch.
In The Americas with David Yetman "Ancient Peoples of the Colorado Plateau"
Wednesday, June 3 at 7:30 pm on 12.1
More than a thousand years before the arrival of Europeans, native peoples were establishing their occupation of the Colorado Plateau. They learned early how to derive a living in a dry climate where winters were bitter and summers torrid. And they left behind proof of their scientific and technological accomplishments in plain sight – with a little assistance from contemporary archaeologists. Pictured: Wupatki National Monument.
