This kind of programming is a departure from what people expect to see on public television, but it's not an abandonment of our traditional programming and of our long-time viewers. Some have described the series as a real view of reality. Yet, Denny said it does not put Wisconsin Public Television's offerings into the same mix as Survivor or Temptation Island. When we aired our award-winning documentary on Wisconsin prisons last year, that was reality television.
Reality television can be quality television.
Reality television is not synonymous with titillation and shock value. American High offers a thoughtful and poignant look at these young people poised at adulthood with messages relevant for all of us. American High episodes will encore at 10 p.m. on Saturday nights, as part of a new line-up of other programs that should be intriguing for younger viewers. Visit the WPT website for more program information.