Arts, Film & Music Archives

What’s New on PBS Wisconsin in August?

July 28, 2021

This month on PBS Wisconsin, celebrate the iconic Broadway musical Wicked, travel Europe’s beloved locales with America’s favorite tour guide, follow…

Q&A: George Howe, Producer of ‘Decoding the Driftless,’ Airing Aug. 16 on PBS Wisconsin

July 20, 2021

The award-winning team behind the 2013 film Mysteries of the Driftless has again teamed up to crack the geological, biological and…

‘Director’s Cut’ Ends the Season with Horror Film ‘The Field’ July 23

July 20, 2021

In the mood for some summertime horror? If so, please join me for a special encore performance of last fall’s…

‘All the Queen’s Horses’ Follows America’s Largest Municipal Fraud Case July 16

July 13, 2021

Okay, film fans – this week on Director’s Cut, we answer the question Wisconsinites have been asking forever: “Is it…

PBS Short Film Fest Celebrates Independent Filmmakers July 12-23

July 7, 2021

PBS is excited to announce its Webby Award-nominated PBS Short Film Festival will return for a 10th year from July…

‘Rendezvous in Chicago’ Shares Three Tales on Love’s Beginning, Middle and End on July 9

July 6, 2021

Love is in the air Friday, July 9 on Director’s Cut! Well, in a manner of speaking. Joining us in…

‘The Latino Experience’ Short Film Series Premieres July 6

July 4, 2021

The Latino Experience, a new, three-part short film series exploring the identity and culture of Latinx communities in America and…

‘The View from Tall’ Explores Teenage Angst after Teacher Tryst

June 29, 2021

Hello, indie film fans! We are now in season 13 of Director’s Cut on PBS Wisconsin. We have another excellent…

Alyssa Beno

I am the editor of Airwaves, our monthly program guide for members. When I’m not highlighting our incredible programs, I’m pedaling the countryside, hiking at a state park, making soy candles, thrift shopping or hanging out with my husband and miniature schnauzer.

Becky Marburger

I am a publicist at PBS Wisconsin and was formerly an education producer at the station. Much of my time outside of work is spent farming with my husband and keeping up with our children.

Carol Griskavich

I'm the Community Education Specialist at PBS Wisconsin, which means I use your input to create the community events that get your Wisconsin neighbors engaged. I stay out of trouble by doing improv comedy, cooking perfectly edible meals, and accepting compliments on my glasses that people continuously think are new. I actually got them a year ago, but thanks for noticing! Have a thought? Let me know: carol.griskavich@pbswisconsin.org

Erik Ernst

I'm the promotion manager at Wisconsin Public Television. When I'm not letting people know about all of the awesome work the station is doing around the state, you'll find me planning my family's next trip to somewhere fun, warm and likely connected to a Disney Park.

Ian Lewitz

I'm a PBS Wisconsin publicist and former production assistant for the Wisconsin Life project. I enjoy exploring Wisconsin's many lakes and spending the summer months camping around the state.

Jessie Nixon

I am an Education Engagement Specialist at PBS Wisconsin Education. When I’m not facilitating professional development experiences for educators around the state, I am out enjoying our state’s wonderful trail systems. Hope to see you on the trail!

Pete Schwaba

Pete Schwaba is a stand-up comedian, writer, director and host of "Director's Cut" on PBS Wisconsin. His writing and directing credits include “A Guy Thing” and “The Godfather of Green Bay.” Pete’s TV writing credits include “Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader?” as Jeff Foxworthy’s writer/producer and the sports comedy show “Sports Soup.” Pete is married with two children and splits time between Los Angeles and the Midwest.

Samantha Nash

I’m a project manager at PBS Wisconsin, and formerly an associate editor at WisContext. When I’m not scouring the state for fun music and arts content, I’m usually being forced to go on a hike by my demanding border collie or being forced to read on the couch by my demanding cats.

Sigrid Peterson

I'm the online content editor at PBS Wisconsin. I make our digital shenanigans compelling, friendly, and interactive so viewers can access great PBS programming over the air, on the web, on a boat, in a moat, in a box, with a fox. . . you catch my drift. I'd love to hear your ideas! Email me at sigrid.peterson@pbswisconsin.org.

Tara Lovdahl

As a publicist for PBS Wisconsin, I love helping people learn about and engage with our wonderful programs. I enjoy bicycling, baking, playing board games, and watching movies (especially musicals).