During PBS North Carolina’s Grow Together fundraising campaign, we share special programs that entertain, educate and inspire. Tune in August 12–20 for legendary performances, engaging documentaries and the latest tips for strengthening your body, brain and spirit.
Explore featured programming below or view our full Grow Together programming on our TV Schedules page.
Join the legendary Southern rock band for a 2022 concert of their greatest hits from the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, in what would be the final performance by the last original founding band member, Gary Rossington.
Premiering Saturday, 8/12, 9 PM on PBS NC & the PBS App.
Thrill to the electrifying experience of an important moment in music history when Santana took the stage at the US Festival in San Bernardino, California, on Labor Day Weekend in 1982.
Watch Santana Live at the US Festival Saturday, 8/12, 10:30 PM on PBS NC. Streaming now on the PBS App only with PBS NC Passport.
Grab a front-row seat at a concert featuring new arrangements and timeless renditions of some of the greatest show tunes of musical theatre.
Premiering Sunday, 8/13, 7:30 PM on PBS NC & the PBS App.
Explore the legacy of traditional Irish craftsmanship through the skill, pride and love that go into legendary Irish products. From the spectacular cliffs on the Atlantic coast to the medieval castles and historic villages, Ireland’s epic landscape and rich culture are gloriously showcased.
Premiering Monday, 8/14, 8 PM on PBS NC & the PBS App.
Learn about the science of DNA and the role genetics plays in our longevity, and well-being. Hosted by author, educator and genetic genealogist Diahan Southard, and including interviews with noted biologists and researchers, the program explains why genealogical science is critical to understanding who we really are, and how it can help us make smarter, more informed choices about our health.
Watch Your DNA Secrets Revealed Tuesday, 8/15, 9:30 PM on PBS NC. Streaming now on the PBS App only with PBS NC Passport.
Join the acclaimed personal financial expert for essential advice on planning for and thriving in retirement. With empathy, straight talk and humor, Suze provides information about key steps for anyone trying to achieve their “ultimate retirement.”
Watch Suze Orman's Ultimate Retirement Guide Wednesday, 8/16, 9 PM on PBS NC. Streaming now on the PBS App only with PBS NC Passport.
Celebrate the career of the Grammy Award winner, Country Music Hall of Fame member and worldwide music icon in a 1983 concert recorded at the peak of his popularity. Filmed at the Greensboro Coliseum.
Premiering Saturday, 8/19, 4:30 PM on PBS NC & the PBS App.
Celebrate the music legend in an iconic 1987 concert recorded live at the Cocoanut Grove in Los Angeles. Featuring an all-star cast including Jackson Browne, T Bone Burnett, Elvis Costello, k.d. lang, Bonnie Raitt, J. D. Souther, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Waits and Jennifer Warnes.
Watch Roy Orbison & Friends Saturday, 8/19, 6 PM on PBS NC. Streaming now on the PBS App only with PBS NC Passport.
Join the stellar cast for a staged concert of the beloved musical that became a worldwide phenomenon seen by over 120 million people. Coinciding with its 35th triumphant year in London’s West End and featuring a cast and orchestra of over 65.
Watch Les Misérables: The Staged Concert Sunday, 8/20, 7:30 PM on PBS NC. Streaming now on the PBS App only with PBS NC Passport.
The unmistakable voice of Whitney Houston is powerful and timeless. She became one of the most accomplished recording artists of all time, but her heart was always in Gospel music. From her first performance in front of an audience to the best-selling Gospel album of all time, The Preacher's Wife, experience how Gospel music influenced her personal life and helped shape her career.
Watch Saturday 8/12 at 5:30 PM on PBS NC. Go to the PBS NC Livestream now.
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