Jennifer Robinson

Premieres Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App. Inspired by the magical realism of Gabriel García Márquez, Mexican composer Daniel Catán’s 1996 opera tells the story of an opera diva who returns to her native South America to perform at the legendary opera house of Manaus—and to search for her lost lover, who has vanished into the jungle. Starring soprano Ailyn Pérez, Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Mary Zimmerman’s new production and Rolando Villazón hosts.

Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS App. Find out when lowriders first came to the scene in Southern California, including San Diego and Tijuana. Join Elsa Sevilla as she shows us the lowrider art form, custom style, culture and passion of lowrider legends.

Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS App + Encores Sunday, April 7 at 4 p.m. on KPBS TV and Monday, April 8 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. Whatever happened to the Ferryboat San Diego? And we remember a barn that was so much more than just a barn to people living in one North County community. Guess The Year! and much more. Don't miss a new episode "Rosie the Riveter" on Thursday April 11 at 8 p.m. or stream it now with KPBS Passport!

Encore Friday, May 3, 2024 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS App. Artists from across the musical spectrum will join the national library and U.S. leaders to honor the great songwriting duo of Elton John and Bernie Taupin. The lineup includes Joni Mitchell, Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, Maren Morris, Billy Porter, Charlie Puth and Jacob Lusk of Gabriels.

Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2 and 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport + Encore Sunday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Join the Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist performing at the top of his game at the famed London venue. Experience live versions of his hits like “Can’t Stop This Thing We Started,” “House Arrest," and “Everything I Do, I Do It for You.”

Friday, April 5, 2024 at 8 p.m. on KPBS 2. This episode explores the diverse craft heritage, traditions and innovations in the Golden State. Featuring Pomo basket weaver Corine Pearce, silversmith Randy Stromsoe, the Arts and Crafts architecture of Greene & Greene, stained glass artists at Judson Studios, cabinet makers James Ipekjian and Jack Ipekjian, and textile artist Deborah Cross.

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app + Encore Wednesday, April 21 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. We sit down with two powerhouses of talent in the theatre, television, and film scene. Dedrick Weathersby and Tisha Campbell join us to chat about their trials and tribulations in our industry.