What's New Next Week? February 2, 2024

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Far Eastern Curlews migrating in a flock. Maaroom, Australia.

Credit: © Randall Wood

Next week, we’ll celebrate life and love with titans of gospel, explore the mysterious origins of the ancient Rapanui people, creators of Easter Island’s giant stone heads, and much more. Take a look at what’s coming up!

Great Performances: Andrea Bocelli Believe - Sunday, February 4 at 4 PM

Enjoy the songs of the internationally beloved tenor’s 2020 album recorded on location in Malta. Selections performed include “Gratia Plena,” a duet with Cecilia Bartoli and new interpretations of “Ave Maria” and Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.” Find out how you can experience Andrea Bocelli live in February.

Symphony Celebration: The Blind Boys of Alabama with Dr. Henry Panion, III - Monday, February 5 at 10 PM

This concert focuses on messages of humanity, peace and love. The program features the five-time Grammy-winning Blind Boys of Alabama with conductor Dr. Henry Panion, III, and a full symphony orchestra. Featuring a combined choir from Alabama's Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Independent Lens: Sister Úna Lived a Good Death - Monday, February 5 at 11 PM

Following a cancer diagnosis, a wisecracking Catholic nun chooses to live as she’s dying. In this touching end-of-life documentary, the self-proclaimed “leader of the misfits” plans her funeral in her last nine months to live.

Nature: Flyways - Wednesday, February 7 at 8 PM

Shorebirds fly thousands of miles each year along ancient and largely unknown migratory routes called Flyways. Follow conservationists and scientists who are racing against the clock to understand and save these shorebirds.

NOVA: Easter Island Origins - Wednesday, February 7 at 9 PM

The giant stone heads of Easter Island have inspired theories for centuries. Now, new research reveals intriguing evidence of the origins and inspirations of the ancient Rapanui people who created the iconic monoliths.