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CURL UP WITH A "COZY MYSTERY" WITH MASTERPIECE
THE COZY MYSTERIES OF MASTERPIECE MYSTERY!
Sunday 7:00pm
MASTERPIECE Mystery! has been celebrated for its combination of suspense, secrets and
sleuthing, bringing intriguing crime novels to the screen and creating fresh classics for a
new generation. Many of the most popular series on MASTERPIECE Mystery! are “cozy
mysteries,” an incredibly popular subgenre of crime fiction that features murder and
intrigue wrapped in comforting elements.
Also known as “rose-tinted crimes” or “feel-good murder stories,” cozy mysteries typically feature an amateur sleuth and are set in charming small towns or picturesque villages. Violence usually occurs off-screen, allowing the narrative to focus on the captivating characters as they unravel the mystery, rather than on the graphic details of the crime. Any of this sounding like a Sunday night on LPB?
This special explores the amateur sleuths featured in Grantchester (a vicar), Magpie Murders and Moonflower Murders (a book editor), The Marlow Murder Club (a retired archaeologist) and Miss Scarlet (a pioneering private eye and the only professional in the group). The program visits the quaint villages and idyllic countryside settings for many of these series and provides behind-the-scenes insights from the cast and crew of each production. Fast-paced, engaging, and often comedic, these cozy mysteries give fans everything they want from a murder mystery without the
darkness — and provide a healthy dose of escapism.
BRINGING HISTORY TO LIFE
WOLF HALL: THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT: REFLECTIONS
Sunday 8:30pm
When Wolf Hall first aired on PBS in 2015, it was a hit with fans and critics alike. Based on Hilary Mantel's Booker Prize-winning trio of novels, the original series tells the story of royal "fixer" Thomas Cromwell during the reign of Henry VIII. Nearly a decade later, Wolf Hall: the Mirror and the Light continued the story to its dramatic conclusion, much to the delight of MASTERPIECE fans.
This special program will surely delight fans of the series, but also intrigue those who've never watched. You'll hear from returning cast members, many of whom have become famous in the years between. Cast and crew talk about how the passage of time has influenced their view of 16th-century England . You'll also explore the series' locations and learn how modern production techniques brought the England of the 1520s to life so vividly!
PRO TIP: STREAM BOTH WOLF HALL AND WOLF HALL: THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT ANYTIME WITH YOUR LPB PASSPORT BENEFIT. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LPB.
LATE-BREAKING MASTERPIECE NEWS
PBS just announced plans for two stellar programs coming later in 2025 and 2026.
The Great Escaper tells the true story of Bernard Jordan, who made global headlines in the summer of 2014. He had staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy, commemorating their fallen comrades at the D-Day Landings 70th anniversary. The program features acting greats Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson in their final acting roles.
The Count of Monte Cristo is a lush adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ iconic masterpiece. The epic series stars Sam Claflin as Edmond Dantes, a sailor falsely accused of treason and imprisoned without trial in a grim island fortress off Marseille, France. After many years of captivity he finally escapes and discovers treasure, making him one of the richest men in the world. Under the identity of the Count of Monte Cristo, he plans to take revenge on those who wrongly accused him.
TURBULENT TIMES; CREATIVE HEIGHTS
SCHAMA ON REMBRANDT
Monday 9:00pm
Historian Simon Schama explores the final works of Rembrandt van Rijin in the years leading up to the Dutch master's death in 1669. Schama, one of the world's leading experts on Rembrandt, details the creativity in these works as the artist found a whole new visual language to express the pleasures and pains of growing old.
THE LEGACY OF AN ELUSIVE SOUTHERN ARTIST
WALTER ANDERSON: THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE AND ART OF THE ISLANDER
REGIONAL FOCUS
Sunday 10:00pm
This film explores the fascinating life and unique art of Mississippi Gulf Coast watercolorist Walter Inglis Anderson (1903-1965). This intimate and revealing film is an invitation to understand more about the tumultuous and often misunderstood life of a man who faced rejection, fame, struggles with mental health, and estrangement from family. Learn more about the Louisiana-born artist who held fast to a singular vision to create art on his own terms, no matter what.
FROM BOSSIER CITY TO BASEBALL GREATNESS
LOUISIANA LEGENDS: THE SERIES
TODD WALKER
LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
Thursday 8:45pm
This intimate LPB series brings viewers face-to-face with the extraordinary 2024 Louisiana Legends who have shaped our state’s rich cultural and political landscape. In this episode, the major league legacy of former MLB second baseman Todd Walker. From Bossier City to the big leagues, Walker reflects on his standout career at LSU to his 12-season Major League career spanning eight teams. Walker opens up about his Louisiana roots, his post-baseball life as a businessman and baseball analyst, and his enduring connection to his home state.
THIS WEEK: THE FLUORIDE DEBATE AND CUTTING DOWN ON FOOD WASTE
LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE'RE IN
LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
Friday 7:00pm
A bill that would ban fluoride from public water supplies has prompted warnings from dentists and health experts. The mineral is used to prevent cavities and tooth decay but some lawmakers are concerned it has other, negative health implications. Karen LeBlanc will break down the controversy.
An estimated 30 to 40% of the food supply in the United States ends up in the trash. A new app hopes to cut down on some of that waste while helping you save money. Dorothea Wilson checks out some of the affordable meals from "Too Good To Go".
ONE COLE PORTER SHOWSTOPPER AFTER ANOTHER
GREAT PERFORMANCES KISS ME, KATE
Friday 9:00pm
Enjoy this Cole Porter favorite about the staging of a musical production of the Shakespeare classic The Taming of the Shrew. Features iconic songs like “Another Op'nin', Another Show," “So In Love” and more. Tony winner Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar co-star in a backstage romantic comedy.
WHAT TO WATCH AND WHEN: THIS WEEK ON LPB
At a natural amphitheater in Tuscany, Italy, world-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli commemorates his 30th anniversary with a concert event in his hometown. Journey to the Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence) where star-studded performances showcase the Maestro’s extensive and beloved repertoire, with duets with an unprecedented cast of global superstars, including Ed Sheeran, David Foster, Katharine McFee, Lang Lang, Sofia Carson, Brian May, Jon Batiste and more.
GREAT PERFORMANCES: ANDREA BOCELLI 30TH - THE CELEBRATION | SATURDAY 6:00 PM
MONDAY
7pm - Antiques Roadshow In Charleston with a collection of Marilyn Monroe stills and a $10 treasure!
8pm - Sister Boniface Mysteries NEW A village resident makes an unexpected and unwelcome cameo at a wedding rehearsal.
9pm - Schama on Rembrandt: Masterpieces of the Late Years NEW Exploring the late works of the Dutch master.
10pm - New Blood NEW With two assassins on their trail and a war between big pharma companies raging, Rash and Stefan are forced to join together to find the truth
TUESDAY
7pm - Finding Your Roots Novelist Amy Tan and poet Rita Dove.
8pm - Elton John & Bernie Taupin: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Tan all-star tribute concert with a show stopping performance from Elton himself! Pro Tip: There's more Elton on Sunday!
10pm - INDEPENDENT LENS Make Peace or Die A Marine veteran's journey through survivor's guilt after his unit lost 17 men in Afghanistan.
WEDNESDAY
7pm - NATURE Equus: Story of the Horse: Chasing the Wind How humans have partnered with the horse throughout the centuries. Stream part one of the series until 6/18.
8pm - NOVA Decoding the Universe: Quantum Exploring the world on a subatomic realm. Stream the series anytime, anywhere.
9pm- Bugs That Rule The World: Beetle Mania LIMITED SERIES As the world's most diverse and abundant species, the tiny yet mighty beetle plays crucial ecological roles in nearly every environment. Why are these colorful and ingenious creatures often regarded "the most important species on the planet"? Stream the series anytime, anywhere.
10pm - My Life Is Murder NEW Alexa is confronted by her own history when she investigates the death of a museum curator.
DUNG BEETLES DO A DIRTY JOB!
On the series finale, travel to the plains of South Africa where an army of dung beetles recycle the dung of large mammals. For instant job appreciation, check out this 10 minute clip!
THURSDAY
7pm - Father Brown Sullivan asks for Father Brown's help when Mrs Devine's son Eddie is framed for murder.
7:45pm - La Veillée LPB SPECIAL FOCUS A weekly look at the happenings, culture, and people of French-speaking Louisiana.
8pm - Queen's of Mystery NEW As Matilda gets closer to solving the murders and the connection to her mother's disappearance, her aunts try to distract her. Dr. Lynch attempts to confess his love.
8:45pm - Louisiana Legends: The Series - Todd Walker LPB SPECIAL FOCUS From Bossier City to baseball, the major league career of Todd Walker.
9pm - Brokenwood Mysteries NEW When the coffin is opened at Declan's funeral, what is revealed is not his body but that of a young woman.
FRIDAY
7pm - Louisiana: The State We're In LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
7:30pm - Washington Week Roundtable discussion about the week's major news.
8pm - Samantha Brown's Places to Love The North Carolina coast.
8:30pm - Art Rocks! The Series LPB SPECIAL FOCUS Art, performance, and literature from across Louisiana and more.
9pm - GREAT PERFORMANCES Kiss Me, Kate NEW The big finale of this year's "Broadway's Best" series and why not go out with a Cole Porter bang!
SATURDAY
6pm - GREAT PERFORMANCES Andrea Bocelli 30th - The Celebration From Tuscany, the Italian tenor performs timeless songs for the hometown crowd!
8pm - Best of the 60s NEW The decade of peace, love, and happiness is celebrated in this compilation featuring legends from Pop, Folk, Rock, The British Beat, Motown, and Soul.
10:30pm - All New Rock, Pop, and Doo Wop Music from the 50s and 60s featuring performances from Johnny Maestro, Little Anthony and The Imperials, Ronnie Spector, Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler and more.
SUNDAY
7pm - Cozy Mysteries of Masterpiece Mystery! NEW Murder mysteries that are predictable and downright reassuring! Explore the genre that PBS is famous for - the cozy mystery!
8:30pm -Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light - Reflections NEW Behind the scenes of this acclaimed series about Thomas Cromwell and Henry VIII.
10pm - Walter Anderson: The Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander REGIONAL FOCUS This elusive talent of the Gulf Coast artist.
EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT: NEW VIDEO GAME
NEW GAME: LYLA & STU'S HAIRDOS
Creative problem solving is part of the fun with "Lyla in the Loop!" In this new game, kids can help Lyla and her blue sidekick Stu get ready for a fun time! After launching the game, the first thing kids get to do is choose a character and a hairstyle. Next they go through all the steps to achieve the look, providing children with an understanding of order and structure. Finally, it's time for creativity with accessories. This game has the added benefit of helping children understand caring for textured hair.
Play this game and many others on the free PBS KIDS website or the free PBS KIDS Games app!
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