Entertainment

On the eve of Computer Science Education Week (December 9-15), VCU’s Shafer Alliance Laboratory Theatre (SALT), will present a new production of “Ada and the Engine” by Lauren Gunderson. The play explores the relationship and collaboration between Ada Byron Lovelace (daughter of the flamboyant and notorious Lord Byron) and her friend Charles Babbage, the inventor of the first mechanical computer.

PBS special programming (pledge programs) invites viewers to experience the worlds of science, history, and nature. You can also enjoy front-row seats to world-class performances. And music takes center stage during our VPM PBS Winter Membership Campaign (check local listings for air times):

From America’s Test Kitchen - Test cook Dan Souza shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the ultimate Roast Turkey. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best oven thermometers. Finally, test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to Foolproof Boiled Corn.

When the opportunity arises for Louise Brooks (Haley Lu Richardson) to go to New York to study with a leading dance troupe, her mother insists there be a chaperone. Norma Carlisle (Elizabeth McGovern), a local society matron who never broke a rule in her life, impulsively volunteers to accompany Louise to New York for a surprising, whirlwind summer.

Christopher Kimball travels to Madrid, Spain, where Joaquín Felipe teaches him how to make Pisto. He then makes Pork and Chorizo with Piquillo Peppers (Carcamusa) with Abraham García of Restaurante Viridiana. Back at the kitchen, Lynn Clark shows how to make Carcamusa at home; Rayna Jhaveri makes Spanish Ratatouille (Pisto Manchego); and Josh Mamaclay makes Sherry-Soaked French Toast (Torrijas).

Several months have passed. With their lives on the line, Ross and his friends must launch their most daring plan yet, to save themselves and the country from enemies both at home and abroad.

Demelza discovers the French are smuggling arms into Cornwall. Ross is determined to take vengeance on Merceron and Hanson for framing Ned. Caroline puts her insecurities aside to support Kitty’s battle against Merceron, drawing attention to herself.

It’s more than just cookies and counting, it’s about the creation of communities. Sesame Street is gearing up to celebrate its upcoming anniversary, and with 50 years comes a lifetime of memories.

Virginia Currents talks with the paranormal investigator and education programs specialist Kendrick Gibbs at Hanover Taverns. Kendrick shares a few ghost stories popular at the colonial era tavern.

Geoffrey Charles and Cecily form a desperate plan and Demelza makes a shocking discovery at the mine. With Ned’s trial looming heavy, Ross pleads for Dwight’s help.