“Virginia Valuables”: Where “Antiques Roadshow” meets “History Detectives”

Beatles Memorabilia

Virginia Valuables returns on March 12 at 8:00 p.m. with all new appraisals from our local experts.

This one-hour special, produced by the Community Idea Stations, captures the joy – and disappointment – as local appraisers meet with central Virginia residents and discover if their treasures have more than just sentimental value.

"Victor Borge: Comedy in Music!"

This new Victor Borge television special features his recently rediscovered funniest and most memorable skits — a truly unparalleled collection not to be missed. Included is rare archival footage from “The Andy Williams Show” and “The Perry Como Show” (not seen in more than 40 years), a hilarious classic performance from the Ford Theater of Phonetic Punctuation with President and Mrs. Reagan in the audience, and touching, heartfelt reminiscences from his five children of their favorite Borge routines.

WCVE Forum: “Particles: Nuclear Power After Fukushima”

Alex Chadwick

BURN: An Energy Journal takes a look at the future of nuclear power after the disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi plant in Japan. Among many stories, host Alex Chadwick conducts an interview with a deputy director of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission about behind-the-scenes goings-on during the early hours and days post-Fukushima — and next steps for nuclear plants in the United States.

"Big Band Vocalists"

Doris Day

This special looks back at the “crooners” and “canaries” of the 1940s, featuring the greatest vocalists of the period when they started their careers performing with orchestras and dance bands. Among the legendary artists and timeless hits included in the rare, vintage footage are Louis Armstrong, Perry Como, Doris Day, Helen Forest with the Harry James Orchestra, Peggy Lee with the Benny Goodman Orchestra, Johnny Mercer and Margaret Whiting, Jo Stafford and the Pied Pipers with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, and many more favorites from the World War II era.

"Celtic Woman - Believe"

Internationally renowned for alluring stage productions and songs of heartwarming inspiration, the singing sensation Celtic Woman presents a chapter of musical enchantment to be enjoyed by the entire family. The extravagant production was filmed at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia, with a dazzling array of visual and musical effects, including a 20-piece orchestra, seven-piece Celtic Woman Band, 16-piece Atlanta Bagpipe Band, lush vocal harmonies from the 10-member Aontas Choir and a 30-member children’s choir, serving as the backdrop to the grace and beauty of Celtic Woman.

"Dr. Wayne Dyer: Wishes Fulfilled"

Best-selling author, beloved spiritual teacher and internationally renowned lecturer Dr. Wayne Dyer returns for his ninth public broadcasting presentation, Wishes Fulfilled. In this special, taped in Escondido, California, on October 21, 2011, he once again offers an inspiring and motivational message to viewers. Wishes Fulfilled presents Dr. Dyer’s main message: It is possible for every person to live an extraordinary life. What’s more, it is possible for all people to manifest their deepest desires — if they honor their inner divinity, consciously choose to live from their “Highest Self” and practice the steps outlined in his presentation.

"More Funny Ladies of British Comedies"

Patricia Routledge as Hyacinth in "Keeping Up Appearances."

This special celebrates many of the great women of British comedy by showcasing clips of their funniest moments. The program is a follow-up to the popular "Funny Ladies of British Comedy." Hosted by beloved British comedy actress Penelope Keith, "More Funny Ladies of British Comedy" features BritCom favorites like Dawn French, Judi Dench, the late Mollie Sugden, Patricia Routledge, and more.

 

AIRS Saturday, March 3 at 9 p.m. on WCVE PBS/WHTJ PBS

 

"Downton Abbey: Behind the Drama"

Having Downton Abbey withdrawals?  

Downton Abbey: Behind the Drama goes behind the scenes with the cast and creators of this popular program as they discuss the characters and storylines that made this one of the most popular series in history, garnering numerous awards. There is also a visit to Ealing Studios in London, where the "below stairs" scenes are shot, and Highclere Castle in Berkshire, where most "above stairs" scenes are filmed.

 

"Big Band Vocalists"

Doris Day

This special looks back at the “crooners” and “canaries” of the 1940s, featuring the greatest vocalists of the period when they started their careers performing with orchestras and dance bands. Among the legendary artists and timeless hits included in the rare, vintage footage are Louis Armstrong, Perry Como, Doris Day, Helen Forest with the Harry James Orchestra, Peggy Lee with the Benny Goodman Orchestra, Johnny Mercer and Margaret Whiting, Jo Stafford and the Pied Pipers with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, and many more favorites from the World War II era.

“In Performance at the White House: Red, White and Blues”

Official White House Photo by Chuck Kennedy

In Performance at the White House: Red, White and Blues was taped February 21 and will honor the musical form that sprang from the Mississippi Delta and flourished in the Westside of Chicago with deep roots in Africa and slavery.  The performances explore those roots and pay homage to the great figures of the Blues and the songs they made famous by tracing the influence of the Blues on modern American music from soul to rock’n’roll. President and Mrs. Obama were hosts of the concert event in recognition of Black History Month.