Sky Arts Schedule

Last updated: Saturday 27 September 2025 at 11:35 BST

Sky Arts schedule

Sky Arts schedule – Quick reference

Time Program Short description
6:00 AM Mozart: The Magic Flute A production of the opera in Mozart’s hometown of Salzburg.
8:30 AM Tales of the Unexpected – “A shy woman joins a dating agency” A woman signs up to a dating agency hoping for a fresh start.
9:00 AM Tales of the Unexpected – “An American thief faces extradition” An American thief battles an extradition battle back to the US.
9:30 AM Tales of the Unexpected – “Pregnancy forces a Frenchman's hand” A Frenchman is compelled to make a life‑changing decision.
10:00 AM Tales of the Unexpected – “An archaeologist who can date relics instinctively” A gifted archaeologist instinctively dates ancient objects.
10:30 AM Tales of the Unexpected – “A man on holiday becomes involved in a bizarre bet” Holiday fun turns into a strange wager with unexpected results.
11:00 AM The Alfred Hitchcock Hour – “A convict plans a daring prison escape” A clever prisoner plots a spectacular breakout.
12:00 PM The Alfred Hitchcock Hour – “Drama, with John Cassavetes” An actor discovers his ex‑actress partner has moved on.
1:00 PM My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert A celebration of the legendary partnership and their timeless songs.
3:40 PM Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna A contemporary re‑imagining of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest”.
4:55 PM Fleetwood Mac: Live in Boston – Part 1 First half of the 2004 Boston concert, featuring classic hits.
5:55 PM Fleetwood Mac: Live in Boston – Part 2 Second half of the 2004 Boston concert, more favourites abound.
7:10 PM Luther Vandross at the Royal Albert Hall A soulful live performance by the legendary singer.
9:00 PM Luther: Never Too Much Documentary charting the life and career of Luther Vandross.
11:00 PM Sam Cooke: Legend Explores the impact and legacy of the soul icon Sam Cooke.
12:30 AM Nina Simone: Live at Montreux 1976 Rare concert footage of Simone’s 1976 performance.
1:40 AM Nina Simone: The Lost Album Documentary about a previously unknown Simone album.
3:10 AM Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends – “With Sam Fender” Mark heads to British Grove studios for a special session.
4:00 AM The Great Songwriters – David Foster David Foster discusses his life and contribution to music.
5:00 AM Discovering: James Brown Critics analyse the life and legacy of the Godfather of Soul.
5:30 AM Discovering: Stevie Wonder Music journalists dive into Stevie Wonder’s extraordinary career.
6:00 AM RSC – All’s Well That Ends Well A 2022 Royal Shakespeare Company production of Shakespeare’s comedy.

Sky Arts TV guide schedule

6:00 AM – Mozart: The Magic Flute

This performance of Mozart’s The Magic Flute is staged in Salzburg, the composer’s birthplace. The production blends historic costumes with modern staging, offering both opera aficionados and casual viewers an authentic Sky Arts experience. The Sky Arts schedule highlights this as a must‑see for lovers of classical music.

8:30 AM – Tales of the Unexpected – “A shy woman joins a dating agency”

A poignant story about a timid woman who signs up with a dating agency hoping to break free from her routine. The episode explores themes of loneliness and self‑discovery, firmly placing it on the Sky Arts listings for early morning viewers.

9:00 AM – Tales of the Unexpected – “An American thief faces extradition”

In this tense drama, an American burglar caught abroad must confront an extradition hearing. The episode’s legal intrigue and moral dilemmas are highlighted in the Sky Arts TV guide today.

9:30 AM – Tales of the Unexpected – “Pregnancy forces a Frenchman's hand”

A romantic Frenchman is thrust into a life‑changing decision when a pregnancy is revealed. The narrative balances humour and drama, making it a notable entry on the Sky Arts schedule tonight.

10:00 AM – Tales of the Unexpected – “An archaeologist who can date relics instinctively”

This episode follows an archaeologist gifted with an uncanny ability to date artefacts on sight. The unique premise ensures it stands out on the Sky Arts TV guide and appeals to history enthusiasts.

10:30 AM – Tales of the Unexpected – “A man on holiday becomes involved in a bizarre bet”

A sun‑soaked holiday turns surreal when a tourist accepts a strange wager that spirals out of control. The episode adds a quirky note to the Sky Arts listings for the day.

11:00 AM – The Alfred Hitchcock Hour – “A convict plans a daring prison escape”

Classic suspense from the Hitchcock anthology series: a prisoner engineers a meticulous escape plan. This thrilling instalment appears prominently in the Sky Arts schedule for the week.

12:00 PM – The Alfred Hitchcock Hour – “Drama, with John Cassavetes”

John Cassavetes stars in a drama about an actor discovering his ex‑actress partner has moved on. The episode showcases the depth of the series and is listed on the Sky Arts TV guide today.

1:00 PM – My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert

A star‑studded celebration of the legendary partnership, featuring performances of iconic songs. The concert is a highlight of the Sky Arts programme lineup, perfect for musical theatre fans.

3:40 PM – Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna

Amaluna re‑imagines Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” with breathtaking acrobatics and immersive storytelling. This spectacular show is part of the Sky Arts tonight schedule and showcases the channel’s commitment to innovative performance art.

4:55 PM – Fleetwood Mac: Live in Boston – Part 1

The first half of the 2004 Boston concert captures Fleetwood Mac at their peak, delivering timeless hits with renewed energy. It’s a key entry on the Sky Arts guide for music lovers.

5:55 PM – Fleetwood Mac: Live in Boston – Part 2

The concert’s second half continues the musical journey, featuring more classics and rare tracks. Together with Part 1, it forms a complete live experience on the Sky Arts TV schedule.

7:10 PM – Luther Vandross at the Royal Albert Hall

A soulful, electrifying performance by Luther Vandross in one of London’s most prestigious venues. This event is listed on the Sky Arts schedule tonight and is a must‑watch for fans of R&B.

9:00 PM – Luther: Never Too Much

Documentary chronicling the life, music and legacy of Luther Vandross, with interviews from contemporaries such as Jamie Foxx and Mariah Carey. It appears under the what’s on Sky Arts tonight section.

11:00 PM – Sam Cooke: Legend

Explores the profound influence of Sam Cooke on soul music, featuring rare footage and expert commentary. The documentary is highlighted in the Sky Arts TV listings for late‑night viewing.

12:30 AM – Nina Simone: Live at Montreux 1976

Rare concert footage of Nina Simone’s powerful 1976 performance at Montreux. This historic show is a standout on the Sky Arts schedule today.

1:40 AM – Nina Simone: The Lost Album

Documentary uncovering a previously unknown Nina Simone album, shedding light on her creative process. It adds depth to the Sky Arts TV guide tonight.

3:10 AM – Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends – “With Sam Fender”

Mark heads to his British Grove studio for a collaborative session with Sam Fender, offering insight into modern songwriting. Featured on the Sky Arts listings for early‑morning music fans.

4:00 AM – The Great Songwriters – David Foster

David Foster discusses his prolific career, sharing stories behind some of the biggest hits of the past decades. This interview is part of the Sky Arts schedule for music enthusiasts.

5:00 AM – Discovering: James Brown

Music critics examine the life and impact of the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, highlighting his influence on contemporary genres. Listed on the Sky Arts TV guide today.

5:30 AM – Discovering: Stevie Wonder

Journalists explore Stevie Wonder’s remarkable career, from his early Motown days to his lasting legacy. It appears in the sky arts schedule tonight for viewers seeking inspirational music stories.

6:00 AM – RSC – All’s Well That Ends Well

A 2022 Royal Shakespeare Company production of Shakespeare’s comedy, starring a stellar cast and featuring contemporary staging. This drama opens the day on the Sky Arts TV listings and showcases the channel’s dedication to theatre.