Helen Pashgian and art historian Robin Clark break down the experimental (and very physical) materials that Light and Space artists used to create their phenomenological artwork. But at the height of his career Paul Williams wasn’t always welcome in the restaurants and hotels he designed or the neighborhoods where he built homes, because of his race. Perspectives include the historical, contemporary, celebratory and … Show your support with a tax-deductible contribution to KCET. Watch Now. Miles Davis: American Masters A Hollywood Bowl event never feels quite complete without a little food and drink to accompany it. "Artbound" explores and illuminates the cultural issues of our times, providing critical in-depth analysis of how the arts and culture affects our society. Explore the complicated history of the American South and its music through the life of country star Charley Pride.

Tuesday, February 11, 8:00 p.m. on PBS SoCal. These programs will give you a closer look at the history … "City Rising" illuminates the journey of California's neighborhoods advocating for responsible development.

Watch Now. From personalized poetry readings to guided ritual-making, theater is able to collapse physical space and create intensely personal experiences. WYCC PBS Chicago celebrates Black History Month in February with a diverse selection of programs both highly entertaining and edifying. Features Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, and clips from his TV, film and concert performances. Watch Now with PBS Passport. WYCC PBS Chicago celebrates Black History Month in February with a diverse selection of programs both highly entertaining and edifying. A bevy programs for Black History Month 2020 on PBS; A bevy programs for Black History Month 2020 on PBS. © 2020 Public Media Group of Southern California, Your Ultimate Guide to February 2020: 20 Awesome Things to Do in SoCal, Something from Nothing: When Compton's Communicative Arts Academy Made the City its Canvas and Muse. Pandemic Shuts Down 1,500 Child Care Providers, Huell Learns About Juan Cabrillo’s Ship, the San Salvador, Huell is Awed by the Beauty of Jacaranda Trees, Mercury in Our Waters: The 10,000-Year Legacy of California’s Gold Rush, A Conversation with UCLA Choreographer and '10 Questions' Moderator Victoria Marks, How Light and Space Art Can Help Us See Differently, Light Imitating Art: The Magic of the Light and Space Movement. Watch Now. Cortez Masto has a goal to grow a clean energy economy that includes jobs for the future. Richard Pryor was one of the first black men ever on television, he pioneered a new brand of humor and he was a hit.

How many of these “hiding-in-plain-sight” gems in Elysian Park have caught your eye? Explore the entertainer’s vast talent and journey for identity through the shifting tides of civil rights and racial progress during 20th-century America. Watch Preview. Sammy Davis, Jr.: American Masters Your email address will not be published. "Always in Season" follows the tragedy of African American teenager Lennon Lacy, who in August 2014, was found hanging from a swing set in North Carolina. Explore the entertainer's vast talent and journey for identity through the shifting tides of civil rights and racial progress during 20th-century America. From the story of the "Architect to the Stars" Paul R. Williams to an exploration of the life of author and activist Maya Angelou, this lineup of documentaries and performances highlight the spectrum of the black experience in the United States.

Tuesday, February 25, 9:00 p.m. on PBS SoCal. PBS SoCal and KCET celebrate February 2020 as Black History Month with new programs that honor the legacy of African Americans. "Democracy Now!" Trump mocked Biden for wearing a mask while claiming that a vaccine would be available within weeks. Finding Your Roots: Slave Trade

Join PBS KVIE as we celebrate Black History Month with a variety of programs that honor the legacy of African Americans and remind us why it is important to celebrate black history, culture, and accomplishments not only during the month of February, but all year long. This show defines his lasting impact on comedy and culture, often in his own words, showing us why he is an icon. This Emmy Award-winning series premiered in 2013 and looks at more than just Black history, it explores Black identity and what it means to be an African American in the U.S. today. "An Opry Salute to Ray Charles" celebrates the music of an iconic singer, band-leader and pianist, the blind "genius of Soul." After facing trouble at work, Charlie makes an enemy of her former boss and considers a career as a full-time writer. Recorded live at the outdoor Delacorte Theater in New York city’s Central Park, this performance features an all black cast directed by Tony Award Winner Kenny Leon. Charley Pride: American Masters Required fields are marked *.

February is Black History Month and we choose to honor the contributions and achievements of black Americans by learning more about their stories. Watch Now. At the same time, we are shining a light on new voices and those who are blazing new trails. Watch Now. Features Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, and clips from his TV, film and concert performances. Journey with film director Ava DuVernay, actor S. Epatha Merkerson, and musician Questlove to the unexpected places where their ancestors were scattered by slavery, upending their notions of African American history. Every February, people across the US celebrate the tremendous accomplishments of African Americans. Watch Now with PBS Passport. Friday, February 21, 11:00 p.m. on PBS SoCal. Documentaries can open windows to our past. Serving wealthy, white passengers in the golden age of rail travel, the Pullman Porters carried labor organizing skills, civil rights ideals, and elements of black culture – such as jazz and blues – across the country. Watch Preview. By Beatrice Alvarez. From the story of the “Architect to the Stars” Paul R. Williams to an exploration of the life of author and activist Maya Angelou, this lineup of documentaries and performances highlight the spectrum of the black experience in the United States.

This film features never-before-seen footage, including studio outtakes from his recording sessions, rare photos, and new interviews. Sunday, February 23, 4:00 p.m. on KCET. Independent Lens: Always in Season Email: [email protected].

To understand our present, we must understand our past. Black History Month Recognized with Special Documentary HOLLYWOOD’S ARCHITECT: THE PAUL R. WILLIAMS STORY Premiering on PBS SoCal Feb. 6, 2020 Jan. 10, 2020 CONTACT PBS is proud to celebrate Black History this February and all year round.

“Southland Sessions” connects you to SoCal’s resilient arts scene one session at a time. Discover the man behind the legend. Narrated by Emmy award winning actor Courtney B. Vance.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. journeys with film director Ava DuVernay, actor S. Epatha Merkerson and musician Questlove to the unexpected places where their ancestors were scattered by slavery, upending their notions of African American history. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. “Rising from the Rails: The Story of the Pullman Porter” explores the little-known history of the African American men hired to work on railroad sleeping cars beginning in the late 1860s. Your email address will not be published. Richard Pryor: Icon And his name is associated with architectural icons like the Beverly Hills Hotel, the original MCA Headquarters Building and LAX Airport. "Hollywood's Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story" will explain how he used talent, determination and even charm to defy the odds and create a body of work that can be found from coast to coast. As Americans prepare to celebrate the nation’s birth this Independence Day in the midst of historic uproar about racial disparities and injustices, WORLD Channel — the public media channel that helps us understand conflicts, movements and cultures that may be distinct from our own — presents a new animated musical series, The History Of White People In America. Traditional Mexican dances (aka baile folklórico) are the forte of the Pacifico Dance Company, and they’ve helped train hundreds, performing in venues around the country and the world. ViewFinder: Voices for Freedom – The Hyers Sisters’ Legacy. PBS has lined up a huge variety of shows about the black experience. 1 Clover Court Watch Preview. And his name is associated with architectural icons like the Beverly Hills Hotel, the original MCA Headquarters Building and LAX Airport. By Beatrice Alvarez. The Hyers sisters were masters of theater and opera.