Sky Arts TV Guide
Sky Arts celebrates culture with live music, theatre, documentaries and artist profiles. Discover what’s on Sky Arts today via Beebs. See what's on Sky Arts on Wednesday 31 December 2025 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Freddie Mercury: The Great Pretender
With archive footage of interviews, concerts and personal material, this award-winning documentary offers a compelling insight into the solo work of Freddie Mercury.
Runtime:
1 hr 40 min
Guy Garvey: From The Vaults
1984: Guy looks back at 1984 and Madonna's first British TV appearance, unseen performances from Sade and The Style Council, Culture Club's Japan tour footage and more.
Runtime:
1 hr
Guy Garvey: From The Vaults
1975: Guy dusts off throwbacks from Supersonic where Rod Stewart, Status Quo, Roxy Music and ELO made appearances. Plus, music from Ace, Dr Feelgood and more.
Runtime:
1 hr
Discovering: Rod Stewart
Leading music critics reflect on the life and career of former Faces front man Rod Stewart, one of the best-selling artists of all time.
Runtime:
25 min
The Art Of Architecture
Expo 2020: For the last episode in the series, head to Dubai where 190 pavilions take us back to the future, not only in their contents but in their cutting-edge design. (S2, ep 10)
Runtime:
50 min
Pavarotti: 10th Anniversary Gala
Enjoy a star-studded event at the Verona Arena honouring the life of tenor Luciano Pavarotti. With touching performances from Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras and many others.
Runtime:
1 hr 15 min
The Joy Of Painting
Golden Knoll: Bob conjures up a beautiful scene featuring delicate, leafless trees and a grassy meadow cuddling a sweet cottage. (S12, ep 1)
Runtime:
30 min
The Joy Of Painting
Mountain Reflections: Using his inimitable brushstrokes on canvas, Bob takes a trip to a beautiful lake hideaway nestled below a towering mountain. (S12, ep 2)
Runtime:
30 min
Tales Of The Unexpected
The Hitch-Hiker: Rod Taylor stars in Roald Dahl's twisted tale. When a driver picks up a hitch-hiker in his car, his journey turns into a thrilling ride. (S2, ep 6)
Runtime:
30 min
My Fair Lady
A snobbish phonetics professor agrees to take a low-born flower girl under his care in an attempt to make her presentable to society.
Runtime:
3 hr 15 min
The Great Gatsby (1974)
A Midwesterner becomes fascinated with his nouveau riche neighbour, who obsesses over his lost love.
Runtime:
2 hr 40 min
Michael Flatley Lord Of The Dance: Dangerous Games
Choreographed by Michael Flatley, 40 of the world's most talented performers combine the best of traditional and contemporary music and dance.
Runtime:
1 hr 50 min
Nicola Benedetti & Friends From The Ulster Hall
Join Nicola Benedetti for a unique and personal show as she returns to the stage at the Ulster Hall for her first solo tour in over ten years.
Runtime:
1 hr 30 min
Battle Of The Irish Dancers
A Fresh Start: Dedicated dancers and their teachers, we shine a light on this amazing art form, which requires the strength, endurance and agility of an Olympian. (1 of 3)
Runtime:
1 hr
New: Barefoot In The Park
Zany comedy, based on Neil Simon's award-winning play about two newlyweds living together in their first apartment, depicting the ups and downs of married life.
Runtime:
2 hr 10 min
Andre Rieu: New Year's Eve Punch
There are plenty of surprises in store as The King of the Waltz rings in the new year in Hannover, Germany with a spectacular concert. Special guests include tenor Russell Watson.
Runtime:
2 hr 15 min
Andre Rieu: New Year's Eve in Vienna
Andre Rieu gives a wonderful New Year concert in the City of Music, treating fans to magical pieces by Viennese composers including Johann Strauss and Robert Stolz.
Runtime:
2 hr 15 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on Sky Arts tonight?
Tonight (Wednesday 31 December) on Sky Arts, you can watch New: Barefoot In The Park, and Andre Rieu: New Year's Eve Punch. Check the full schedule for more details.
How can I watch Sky Arts live?
You can watch Sky Arts live on the official sky.com website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.
When does programming end on Sky Arts today?
Today's programming on Sky Arts ends at 01:40 with Andre Rieu: New Year's Eve in Vienna.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
All times shown on this page are automatically converted to your local device timezone for easy viewing, though the original UK broadcast time is also displayed.