MEET THE PATELS
SATURDAY, MAY 17 @ 6:00PM
Meet the Patels is a real-life romantic comedy about Ravi Patel, an Indian American actor/comedian who enters into a love triangle between the woman of his dreams — and his parents. Filmed by Ravi’s sister, Geeta, in what started as a family vacation video, this warmly humorous film filled with unique animation and a soulful soundtrack reveals how, for a Patel, love is truly a family affair.
HOLIDAY SPECIAL
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25 @ 8:30PM
As Poplar celebrates a white Christmas, Nonnatus House receives an SOS call from a tiny mission hospital in the Eastern Cape that is understaffed, underfunded and threatened with closure. Transported to South Africa and facing some of their toughest challenges, the Nonnatus family digs deep to save Hope Clinic and make a difference to the lives of the people that use it. South Africa also proves a romantic backdrop for Reverend Tom Hereward and Barbara.
THE HOLLOW CROWN: RICHARD III
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25 @ 7:00PM
Richard, the most notorious of Shakespeare’s kings, manipulates and betrays his way through the court on a bloodthirsty and ruthless path to the throne. But after Richard’s defeat at the battle of Bosworth Field, the Houses of Lancaster and York—the red rose and the white—are united, bringing to an end the Wars of the Roses and long tumultuous period of civil strife.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23 @ 9:00PM
President Obama was elected by promising hope and change, but during his eight years in the White House, he learned that governing isn’t always easy.
FROM THE RSC
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6 @ 7:00PM & 11:00PM
On the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, GREAT PERFORMANCES presents the RSC’s star-studded gala, with David Tennant, Benedict Cumberbatch, Judi Dench, Joseph Fiennes, John Lithgow, Ian McKellen, Helen Mirren, David Suchet and many more.
SNOW CHICK
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28 @ 7:00PM
During two months of blizzards and frigid temperatures dipping to -80 degrees, each male Emperor penguin who breeds in Antarctica must nurture and protect a single egg that harbors his offspring. But once the eggs hatch by midwinter, these dads are ready to move on to their next stage of parenting. Snow Chick imagines the story of the youngest and last chick of the colony to emerge from his shell and the challenges he encounters growing up in the world’s most extreme nursery.
WITH THE MORMON TABERNACLE CHOIR
MONDAY, DECEMBER 19 @ 7:00PM & 12:00AM
Broadway star Laura Osnes joins the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square for their annual Christmas concert. Taking the stage with Osnes is acclaimed British screen and voice actor Martin Jarvis. Under the direction of Mack Wilberg, music director of the choir, and Ryan Murphy, associate music director, these powerhouse talents will ring in the holiday spirit for audiences young and old.
CHRISTMAS MASTERCLASS
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 @ 6:00PM
After the drama and deliciousness of Baking Show much-missed Mary and Paul are back to bring a generous dollop of baking cheer to Christmas this year. Step by step they take us through stunning recipes that all the family can make during the festive season.
HOLIDAY FOR HEROES
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16 @ 11:00PM
Internationally-acclaimed chef and food ambassador Lidia Bastianich pays homage to the men and women of our military and the truly life-saving sacrifices they make daily for our freedom. Lidia meets seven veterans, who share their incredibly inspiring stories. Watch, as Lidia delves into their unique cultures, and the food traditions which remained with them during the most challenging moments overseas. Holiday for Heroes culminates in a celebratory dinner at Naval Station Norfolk, where Lidia cooks for 250 active duty Navy troops aboard the USS George Washington.
JOSHUA BELL’S SEASONS OF CUBA
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17 @ 8:00PM
In the spring of 2016, a delegation of performing artists embarked on a groundbreaking adventure – to the shores of Cuba. One of the trip’s ambassadors was the celebrated violinist Joshua Bell. Now Bell wants to recreate the magic of that cultural encounter for people here in the U.S. He’ll be joined by the magnificent Chamber Orchestra of Havana, singer-songwriter Dave Matthews, and other special guests.