THE OPERA HOUSE

FRIDAY, MAY25 @ 7:00PM & 11:00PM

Great Performances: The Opera House, the new documentary by multiple Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Susan Froemke (Grey Gardens; Lalee’s Kin: The Legacy of Cotton) surveys a remarkable period of the Metropolitan Opera’s rich history and a time of great change for New York City. Drawing on rarely seen archival footage, stills and recent interviews, the film chronicles the creation of the Met’s storied Lincoln Center home of the last 50 years, set against a backdrop of the artists, architects and politicians who shaped the cultural life of New York City in the 1950s and 60s.

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THE WORLD’S MOST WANTED ANIMAL

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 @ 6:00PM & 10:00PM

Pangolins are often described as “the most endangered animal you’ve never heard of.” The world’s only scaly mammal, pangolins are now trafficked at a higher rate than rhinos, elephants and tigers combined, for medicinal use in China, Thailand and Vietnam. Very little is known about even their most basic biology, and this is hampering conservation efforts – pangolins almost always die in captivity.

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LAUNCH

TUESDAY, MAY 22 @ 6:00PM & 10:00PM

A journey through America that introduces our list of the 100 best-loved books and explores the many ways in which these novels affect, reflect and connect us all. (2 Hours)

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WEINSTEIN

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17 @ 11:00PM

FRONTLINE investigates how Harvey Weinstein allegedly sexually harassed and abused dozens of women over four decades. With allegations going back to Weinstein’s early years, the film examines the elaborate ways he and those around him tried to silence his accusers.

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ACORN AND THE FIRESTORM

MONDAY, JUNE 8 @ 11:00PM

Explore the politically charged battle to take down ACORN, a controversial national community-organizing group. Working with lower income communities, the group was investigated by undercover journalists, cutting to the heart of the political divide.

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ON MASTERPIECE

SUNDAY, MAY 20 @ 6:00PM & 10:30PM

As Marmee waits by her husband’s sickbed, the March sisters must fend for themselves at home. Together they face unrequited love, hurtful rumors and trouble at school. But when Beth falls dangerously ill, Laurie sends for Marmee to return home.

Relief sweeps over the family when Beth recovers and Mr. March returns home for Christmas. Jo hears promising news about her writing, while Meg and John Brooke’s relationship develops.

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SATURDAY, MAY 19 @ 5:30PM

Donald Rumsfeld – War With North Korea Not Off The Table.

In Principle includes guests from across the ideological spectrum in the worlds of politics, policy, the arts and academia, with Amy Holmes and Michael Gerson probing the framework of today’s news and political conversations, examining how history, faith and culture influence the larger discussions taking place in the country today.

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AMERICAN MASTERS

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 @ 7:30PM

Discover the story of the most beautiful woman in the world, who was also an ingenious inventor. Her pioneering work helped revolutionize modern communication, including WiFi, GPS and Bluetooth.

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HAPPILY EVER AFTER

FRIDAY, MAY 18 @ 8:30PM

Join Meredith Vieira and Matt Baker and experts, commentators and guests for the final countdown. Anita Rani reports from Windsor, where crowds gather for the celebrations. Historian Lucy Worsley explores Kensington Palace, soon to be Meghan and Harry’s new home.

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HOW TO CELEBRATE

THURSDAY, MAY 17 @ 8:00PM & 10:00PM

Learn how the royal family celebrates a royal marriage. Experts and commentators join Vieira and Baker to talk about everything from the carriage procession to the cake. Anita Rani reports from Windsor Castle, where preparations are in full swing.

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