A New Season of Midsomer Murders Begins on WETA Television!

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January 28 - February 3, 2019

A New Season of Midsomer Murders Begins

There's a new policeman in town as Neil Dudgeon joins the cast to investigate scandals and deadly deeds in the seemingly idyllic (fictional) English county of Midsomer. In the Season 14 premiere, DCI John Barnaby arrives and is bemused by the quaint villages and their quirky residents. But when a local DJ is killed at a traditional girls' boarding school, the detective soon discovers that murder and deception are never far away.

Midsomer Murders airs Saturday, February 2 at 8pm on TV 26 and WETA HD.

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WETA Arts Returns

The WETA TV 26 arts magazine returns, spotlighting visual and performing arts in Greater Washington and celebrating the diverse cultural heritage of the national capital area. February stories include a celebration of composer and bandleader James Reese Europe; an exploration of how the National Gallery of Art is bringing the world of photojournalist Gordon Parks to area schools; the story of how playwright Tom Minter's operatic play was inspired by photography of D.C. students; and a discussion on how landmark photos from the pre-Civil War era to the Civil Rights era counter stereotypes and create positive images of African-American life.

WETA Arts airs Friday, February 1 at 8:30pm on TV 26 and WETA HD.

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Finding Your Roots Season 5 Continues

The all-new season of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. continues on WETA Television. This week, Gates explores with Marisa Tomei, Sheryl Sandberg and Kal Penn the tremendous challenges faced by their immigrant forebears. From Italy, Russia and India to America, their histories show success could take generations to achieve.

Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. airs Tuesday, January 29 at 8pm on TV 26 and WETA HD.

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Now Streaming on WETA Passport

Our newest member benefit allows you to watch your favorite WETA shows whenever and wherever you want. This week, enjoy these programs among many others:

American Masters: Itzhak
An intimate look at the extraordinary life and career of violinist Itzhak Perlman.
Great Performances: Harold Prince: The Director's Life
Take a peek into the legendary career of the iconic Broadway producer/director.
Grantchester: Season 1: Episode 1
Binge the popular mystery series with James Norton from the very beginning!

WETA Passport is a benefit for members that provides you with extended access to an on-demand library of quality public television programming. Featuring both PBS and select local programming, WETA Passport allows you to watch even more of your favorite shows, including full seasons of many current and past series. Click here to learn more or activate now!

Download the Classical WETA App Today!

Get the best of Classical WETA in more ways than ever before! Our Classical WETA app is now available via iTunes, Google Play and ClassicalWETA.org. In addition to instant live-streaming via your mobile device, the app offers easy access to on-demand audio, broadcast schedules, playlists and additional classical music content. Download it today and take great music with you wherever you go!

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Discuss the Latest Episode of Victoria with Telly Visions!

In the latest episode of Victoria, the royal family is safe at Osborne House, but Victoria is desperate to return to London and the business of politics. Catch up on everything you missed and discuss all the drama with other fans at our Telly Visions recap!

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PBS NewsHour: How an American Journalist Survived 18 Months in an Iranian Prison

Journalist Jason Rezaian was The Washington Post's bureau chief in Tehran until 2014, when he and his wife, Yeganeh, were arrested by Iranian authorities. She was released after three months, while Jason was held for another 15. He describes the harrowing experience in his memoir, Prisoner: My 544 Days in an Iranian Prison, and talks to Judy Woodruff about why he believes he was targeted.

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Remembering the Knickerbocker Storm of 1922

Washington, D.C., has had some brutal winter storms over the years, but none was more lethal than the blizzard that hit the District in late January of 1922. Today, that two-day storm is still remembered as the "Knickerbocker Storm" — a grim recognition of the 98 people who lost their lives when heavy snow collapsed the roof of the Knickerbocker Theatre in Adams Morgan.

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