The celebrated documentarian co-directs this two-night extravaganza on PBS about the towering genius of the Renaissance.

Famed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns didn’t plan to pursue a film on Leonardo da Vinci, his first non-American subject. But ...

Monday, Nov. 18 and 19, 2024 from 8 - 10 p.m. / PBS app. This is a two-part, four-hour documentary directed by Ken Burns, ...

Monday, November 18 at 8 Pt. 1Tuesday, November 19 at 8 Pt. 2Episodes repeat at 10 PM A 15th century polymath of soaring ...

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MY SAY Ken Burns launched his own illustrious career 43 years ago with "Brooklyn Bridge," and until now, never left these ...

There are still plenty of excellent exhibitions to catch before 2024 clocks off. Here's what we're excited for.

This week, senior reporter Eileen Kinsella speaks to documentarian Ken Burns about his first foray outside of American ...

Leonardo da Vinci vs. Michelangelo (with assists from Machiavelli) in Gary Graves' compelling drama at Berkeley City Club.

Explore Leonardo da Vincis enduring impact on art and science, highlighting his masterpieces and innovative contributions.

Wrinkled faces, contorted expressions, weak bone structure, and gaudy outdated headdresses are common features which are ...