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Arts In Context Shorts presents an all new episode with Perception.
Every year the East Austin Studio Tour invites the public to perceive the world in a different way while wandering through the eclectic and intimate neighborhoods of East Austin. During this back-to-back weekend event, Austinites discover new perspectives as they enter into the artists’ homes and studios and become part of the fabric of this creative and close-knit community.
When an abandoned woman, dressed in all pink, turns up murdered in an abandoned building, Sherlock must use the science of deduction to catch the killer on Masterpiece Mystery! Sherlock: A Study In Pink Sunday at 8 pm.
Antiques Roadshow presents Junk In The Trunk Monday at 7 pm with never-before-seen appraisals from Roadshow’s 2011 season.
Tune in to Antiques Roadshow‘s Trash To Treasure Monday at 8 pm. This episode puts viewers in a festive mood with more than twenty incredible tales of valuable treasures rescued from rubbish heaps, roadsides, dumpsters, and demolition sites.
The lives of two young playwrights are brought together inextricably in the process of creating a new language for the stage on Independent Lens Playwright: From Page To Stage Monday at 9 pm.
Red Metal: The Copper Country Strike Of 1913 Tuesday at 7 pm explores an epic labor strike that devastated Michigan’s Copper Country and haunts the American labor movement to this day.
How Sherlock Changed The World Tuesday at 8 pm tells the story of the impact and legacy of the most famous crime fighter in history.
Israel: Facing The Future Tuesday at 10 pm analyzes what is next for the world’s only Jewish state as both the religious and the secular battle over its future.
Nature presents Cold Warriors: Wolves and Buffalo Wednesday at 7 pm captures how wolves and buffalo live together in what seems like a forgotten corner of the world.
NOVA‘s Extreme Ice Wednesday at 8 pm follows the exploits of acclaimed photojournalist James Balog and a scientific team as they try to create a unique photo archive of melting glaciers that could provide a key to understanding their runaway behavior and their potential to dive rising sea levels.
Life on Fire presents Icelandic Volcanoes Wednesday at 9 pm and tries to discern which volcano will awaken next as the 2010 eruption of Iceland’s Eyjafjallajokull volcano raised concern.
Austin City Limits presents experimental alt. pop to the stage with Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeroes / tUnE-yArDs Wednesday at 10 pm.
Overheard with Evan Smith sits down with Reza Aslan, Author And Religious Scholar Thursday at 7 pm.
Meet Allison Orr, a non-traditional choreographer that has been working with technicians, linemen and machines at a power company for a dance performance. Tune in to Arts In Context‘s PowerUp Thursday at 7:30 pm.
Christmas At Luter: Tidings Of Comfort And Joy celebrates the joy and traditions of Christmas with the renowned choirs of Luter College in Decorah Iowa Thursday at 8 pm.
National Christmas Tree Lighting Thursday at 9 pm promises to include appearances and performances by some of the most recognizable names in entertainment.
Southern Celtic Christmas Concert Thursday at 10 pm celebrates the high spirits and mystical beuty of Celtic and Appalachian Christmas traditions.
Christmas At Belmont Friday at 9 pm presents a production of traditional carols, classical masterworks, world music and light-hearted seasonal favorites.
The Daytripper Saturday at 10 am travels to Houston, Texas and heads to a Dim Sum restaurant in Houston’s Chinatown, followed by a visit to the Museum District.
Central Texas Gardener presents Small Garden Ideas With Upcycled Materials at 12 and 4 pm. Make the most of small spaces with an artistic spin using upcycled objects.
Masterpiece presents the first five episodes of Downton Abbey – Season 3 Saturday 6 – 11 pm.
Nature Cold Warriors: Wolves and Buffalo at 7 pm
Wildlife filmmaker Jeff Turner captures how wolves and buffalo live together in what seems like a forgotten corner of the world.
NOVA Extreme Ice at 8 pm
NOVA follows the exploits of acclaimed photojournalist James Balog and a scientific team as they deploy time-lapse cameras in risky, remote locations in the Arctic, Alaska, and the Alps.The goal of Balog’s team’s perilous expedition: to create a unique photo archive of melting glaciers that could provide a key to understanding their runaway behavior and their potential to drive rising sea levels. In this high-action scientific adventure, NOVA investigates the mystery of the mighty ice sheets that will affect the fate of coastlines around the world.
Life on Fire Icelandic Volcanoes at 9 pm
The 2010 eruption of Iceland’s Eyjafjallajokull volcano provoked economic chaos, paralyzing air traffic for days. This eruption, however, was mild. Much more powerful volcanoes in Iceland are ready to wake up. Through spectacular aerial footage of this country, which is an accumulation of lava and ash, a maze of craters and faults, the episode tries to discern which volcano will awaken next.
It’s a KLRU and PBS tradition to show Great Performances From Vienna: The New Year’s Celebration 2014 on New Year’s Day. This year, we’ve partnered with the Long Center to provide you a unique experience!
The Long Center will present a live concert on January 5th of Salute to Vienna. Tickets are on sale now! The Long Center has given KLRU a few passes to offer our members. Email giveaways@klru.org. On Dec. 27th, we will randomly choose winners to get two passes each to the event. Winners will be contacted via email.
Great Performances From Vienna: The New Year’s Celebration 2014 January 1 at 7 pm
Great Performances continues the cherished tradition of ringing in the New Year with the Vienna Philharmonic at the opulent Musikverein, under the baton of guest conductor Daniel Barenboim and featuring everyone’s favorite Strauss Family waltzes accompanied by the beautiful dancing of the Vienna City Ballet. In addition to the Musikverein concert setting, the program features a picturesque range of Vienna landmarks. Stage and screen legend Julie Andrews returns as host.
Salute to Vienna at the Long Center January 5th at 2:30 pm Buy tickets now
Salute to Vienna celebrates 19 years of New Year’s tradition, rounding off the holiday season with its famous simultaneous concert series. The Long Center’s performance this year will be Austin’s premiere of the show. It will feature the Strauss Symphony of America conducted by Viennese conductor Alexander Steinitz, along with soprano Iva Mihanovic and tenor Valeriy Serkin. Dancers will include International Champion Ballroom Dancers and dancers from the Europaballett–St. Pölten (Austria).
Great Performances Sting: Winter’s Night
December 22 at 8 pm and 11 pm
December 24 at 10 pm and midnight
Composer, singer, actor, activist – Sting has won universal acclaim in all of these roles, but he defies easy labeling. Recorded on location at the magnificent Durham Cathedral near his hometown of Newcastle-upon-Tyne in northern England, Sting: A Winter’s Night… conjures the moods and spirits of the season with a diverse collection of songs, carols and lullabies spanning the centuries.
A Wonderous Christmas with David Archuleta
December 24 at 11 pm
Christmas carols are interpreted by David Archuleta and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
A Decade of Christmas
December 24 at 11:30 pm
A selection of Christmas carols are played by artists such as David Archuleta, Natalie Cole and Renée Fleming among others, along with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:
Just Seen It Episode #409 at 7 pm
Just Seen It is the review show where industry professionals present their takes on current movies and TV shows, and interview Hollywood insiders.
On Story Raising Stakes, Reversals, and Payoffs at 7:30
Thriller master writer/director Shane Black (KISS KISS BANG BANG, LETHAL WEAPON) discusses the critical elements of a taut, suspense-filled movie – raising stakes, unexpected reversals, and satisfying payoffs.
Hollywood Stars Film Package The Great Train Robbery at 8 pm.
Michael Crichton directed this adaptation of his novel chronicling the first robbery of a moving train in 1855.
Great Train Robber’s Secret Tapes at 9:55 pm
The Great Train Robber’s Secret Tapes is a compelling documentary about one of Britain’s most notorious crimes and the subsequent 10-year manhunt. Ronnie Biggs became Britain’s most wanted man after fleeing prison following the most iconic crime in British history: The Great Train Robbery of 1963. The Great Train Robber’s Secret Tapes sheds new light on the crime that still echoes around the walls of Fleet Street and Scotland Yard, combining an intriguing crime story with dramatic reconstructions of key events, first person testimony, and strong production values to transport viewers across three continents.
Great American Songbook Sunday at 1 pm offers a dazzling parade of American popular songs as seen and heard in some of the most beloved films ever made.
Burt Bacharach’s Best features all the original artists performing Bacharach’s hits with rare archival footage and clips from the 1960s-1970s Sunday at 4:30 pm and 11 pm.
In Inside Foyle’s War Sunday at 8 pm looks at how this enormously popular, award-winning Masterpiece/Mystery! series has captured loyal fans for over 10 years.
John Sebastian Presents: Folk Rewind Monday at 9 pm remembers archival folk era classics from the vault.
Carole King – James Taylor Live At The Troubadour Tuesday at 7 pm celebrates the 50th anniversary of the legendary Los Angeles club.
Great Performances presents Pavarottie: A Voice For The Ages Tuesday at 8:30 pm. This program celebrates the 50th anniversary since Luciano Pavarotti’s career debut.
Gospel’s Jubilee Showcase Tuesday at 10 pm features archival performance footage with virtually everyone who mattered in gospel.
Statler Brothers Farewell Concert Wednesday at 7 pm documents the last time the Statler Brothers took the stage and celebrates one of country music’s most honored acts.
Rock, Pop And Doo Wop Wednesday at 8:30 pm presents legends Jon “Bowzer” Bauman and Ronnie Spector as they bring back the best songs from the late 1950′s and early 1960′s.
Return To Downton Abbey Thursday at 8 pm savors the fond memories from the past three seasons of “Downton Abbey” and gets a tantalizing taste of the upcoming fourth season.
Carole King & James Taylor Live at The Troubadour Friday at 9 pm is an entire concert from the extraordinary 2007 Troubadour Reunion of James Taylor and Carole King.
Rick Steves’ Delicious Europe savors classic European cuisine Friday at 10:30 pm.
Central Texas Gardener presents Drought Tough Plants Saturday at noon. Horticulturist Mary Irish crosses the lines from Arizona to Texas with plants that survive drought and restore wildlife.
KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:
Just Seen It Episode #408 at 7 pm
On this episode, we review the crime thriller series from TNT, Mob City. Then, we have the honor of discussing Gravity with its co-screenwriter, Jonas Cuaron. Next, we check out the crime drama Out Of The Furnace, starring Christian Bale and Casey Affleck. And we end the show with a review of the bio-pic, Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom.
Oscar Hammerstein II: Out of My Dreams at 7:30
Oscar Hammerstein – Out of My Dreams is a celebration of the most acclaimed lyricists and librettists of the 20th century, the man who worked in the theater for over 40 years, writing the lyrics for over a thousand songs and the books for 45 operettas and musicals.
Great Performances Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy at 9 pm
Irving Berlin, the Gershwins, Arthur Laurents, Jerome Robbins, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim… Why has the Broadway musical proven to be such fertile territory for Jewish artists of all kinds? The documentary combines interviews with performance footage, including many of the rousing anthems and timeless ballads America has loved for a century.
KLRU Create will have Saturday and Sunday marathons this December!
Craft in America
December 7
This marathon is for the crafting community! What’s your craft of choice? Get inspiration by the man artists and the mediums they choose to express themselves. From woodworking to quilting, from painting to glass blowing, you’ll get a history lesson of craft in America.
Be Cool
December 14
Pack your winter gear, we’re going on a jaunt to the some of the coldest regions in the world. Burt Wolf, Joseph Rosendo and Art Wolfe will take you on unforgettable journey through Alaska and Switzerland. Chef Tina Nordstrom is on a great adventure in Sweden – ice fishing and reindeer races are just some of the exciting activities she’ll be participating in. ou’ll have no choice but to be coo when this marathon is on.
Joy to the World
December 21
Join us as we celebrate Christmas and Kwanzaa with the help of some of our favorite Create friends. With traditions of the holidays provided by travel expert and cultural historian Burt Wolf; and holiday recipes from Mary Ann Esposito, Katie Brown and Ian Knauer, you’ll be celebrating the season with warmth and good cheer. Happy Holidays!
Midnight Celebration
December 28
Five! Four! Three! Two! One! HAPPY NEW YEAR! We’re having a New Year’s open house and you’re invited! Indulge in the tasty appetizers prepared by our exceptional chefs Hubert Keller, Katie Brown, and Andreas Viestad. Then, toast to the New Year with globe trekker Rick Steves, as you tour France’s Champagne Region. We’re planning to bring in 2014 with an unforgettable party and we hope that you’ll be there too!.
Wednesday 12/4
Great Performances Rod Steward: Merry Christmas, Baby at 9 pm
Legendary rocker Rod Stewart’s first solo holiday special, featuring 13 classic songs.
Darla Z’s Christmas ‘Round The World at 11 pm
Hear the different sounds of Christmas by the captivating songstress Darla Z and the legendary arranger and conductor, Bob Rozario.
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