Category Archives: Program Highlights

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MIAMI

SUNDAY, JANUARY 30 @ 5:00PM

The history of Haitian immigration to Miami is deep and layered. Food serves as a way for the community to celebrate together and helps educate the region about its culture. From the tropical, tangy soursop ice cream and the spicy, nutty mamba spread to soupe joumou and deep-fried pate korde, Marcus eats his way through Haiti’s culinary classics while embracing the detailed history — and music and art — of Haitians in the city of Miami.


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MUHAMMAD ALI

ROUND ONE: THE GREATEST (1942-1964)

FRIDAY, JANUARY 28 @ 10:00PM

Muhammad Ali brings to life one of the most indelible figures of the 20th century, a three-time heavyweight boxing champion who captivated millions of fans across the world with his mesmerizing combination of speed, grace, and power in the ring, and charm and playful boasting outside of it. Ali insisted on being himself unconditionally and became a global icon and inspiration to people everywhere.(2 hours 30 minutes)


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NOVA

ANCIENT MAYA METROPOLIS

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 @ 8:00PM & 12:00AM

The ancient ancestors of today’s Maya people thrived in large sophisticated cities across Central America for centuries. Why, around 750 CE, did they begin to abandon many of their major cities? Archaeologists investigate dramatic new evidence of the catastrophic droughts and instability that pushed cities beyond their limits.


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POV SHORTS

TEAM MERYLAND

MONDAY, JANUARY 24 @ 11:30PM

In the projects of Watts, Meryland Gonzales, a twelve-year-old female boxer trains to be crowned the 2019 Junior Olympics champion. Meanwhile, her immigrant parents work tirelessly to give their child a shot at achieving her dreams.


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STARS ON STAGE

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE

BRANDON VICTOR DIXON

FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 @ 7:00PM & 11:00PM

Brandon Victor Dixon electrified television audiences with his performances in “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Rent, Live!.” In this new special, the Tony, Emmy and Grammy nominee brings his stunning vocals and signature artistry to a soulful celebration of Broadway.


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