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The primetime performing arts series on PBS showcasing the best in music, opera, theater, dance and popular song from across America and around the world.

In its 39th season on PBS, GREAT PERFORMANCES is still the only place on primetime television where you can see the best in music, opera, theater, dance and popular song from across America and around the world.



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VIDEO: Josh O'Connor, Jessie Buckley & the Cast of ROMEO & JULIET Play 'William Shake Photo VIDEO: Josh O'Connor, Jessie Buckley & the Cast of ROMEO & JULIET Play 'William Shakespeare or Taylor Swift?'
by Sarah Leiber - March 30, 2021

In this contemporary rendering of Shakespeare’s beloved romantic tragedy, a company of actors in a shuttered theater bring to life the tale of two young lovers who strive to transcend a world of violence and hate. ...


INTIMATE APPAREL to Premiere on PBS in September Photo INTIMATE APPAREL to Premiere on PBS in September
by Michael Major - July 18, 2022

Set in turn of the century New York, Intimate Apparel tells the story of Esther (Kearstin Piper Brown), a lonely, single African American woman who makes her living sewing corsets and ladies’ undergarments. Featuring a libretto by Lynn Nottage, based on her play, and music by Ricky Ian Gordon, the o...


The Metropolitan Opera Announces VERDI'S REQUIEM: THE MET REMEMBERS 9/11 Photo The Metropolitan Opera Announces VERDI'S REQUIEM: THE MET REMEMBERS 9/11
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 20, 2021

The Metropolitan Opera will present a pre-season performance of Verdi’s Requiem to commemorate the 20th anniversary of September 11. On Saturday, September 11, 2021, at 7:45pm ET, Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin will conduct the Met Orchestra and Chorus with a quartet of star soloists....


GREAT PERFORMANCES to Spotlight American Composers Inspired by Their Cultural Heritag Photo GREAT PERFORMANCES to Spotlight American Composers Inspired by Their Cultural Heritage in NOW HEAR THIS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 25, 2022

Follow celebrated violinist and conductor Scott Yoo as he travels the United States to uncover the musical influences of some of America’s most prominent composers — Amy Beach, Florence Price and Aaron Copland — in of the third season of Great Performances: Now Hear This....


Video: Cynthia Erivo Performs 'Days of Wine and Roses' from Henry Mancini Concert Photo Video: Cynthia Erivo Performs 'Days of Wine and Roses' from Henry Mancini Concert
by Josh Sharpe - December 10, 2024

PBS has released a new clip of Cynthia Erivo from Great Performances: Henry Mancini 100 at the Hollywood Bowl, a special concert honoring the work of the iconic composer. In the clip, the Wicked star performs a rendition of 'Days of Wine and Roses.' Watch it here!...


PBS Great Performances Sets 'Broadway's Best' Lineup With Sutton Foster, Sara Bareill Photo PBS Great Performances Sets 'Broadway's Best' Lineup With Sutton Foster, Sara Bareilles, Chita Rivera & More
by Michael Major - April 14, 2023

In celebration of Great Performances’ 50th anniversary season, the series raises the curtain on a starry “Broadway’s Best” schedule of programs featuring dazzling musical numbers and high drama. The lineup kicks off with a star-studded concert celebrating Broadway during the series’ 50 years on PBS ...


PURLIE VICTORIOUS Stage Film to Premiere on PBS This May; Great Performances Sets New Photo PURLIE VICTORIOUS Stage Film to Premiere on PBS This May; Great Performances Sets New 'Broadway's Best' Lineup
by Michael Major - February 12, 2024

The live capture of the recent Broadway revival of Purlie Victorious is premiering on PBS this May. Starring Leslie Odom Jr., the Kenny Leon-directed production was filmed before it closed on Broadway earlier this year. The lineup also includes the Audra McDonald concert, Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th ...


GREAT PERFORMANCES: NEW YORK CITY BALLET IN MADRID to Premiere on PBS This Month Photo GREAT PERFORMANCES: NEW YORK CITY BALLET IN MADRID to Premiere on PBS This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 20, 2023

As part of New York City Ballet’s 75th Anniversary Season, PBS will stream and broadcast the US premiere of “Great Performances: New York City Ballet in Madrid” on Friday, October 27 at 9pm....


VIDEO: First Look at Josh Groban's GREAT BIG RADIO CITY SHOW Concert on PBS Photo VIDEO: First Look at Josh Groban's GREAT BIG RADIO CITY SHOW Concert on PBS
by Michael Major - October 26, 2022

Experience the world-renowned baritone performing songs from many musical genres alongside several special guest stars including Cyndi Lauper, Denée Benton, New York City Ballet principal dancer Tiler Peck and more. Watch a video preview of the upcoming concert special now!...


Pop-up AT WOLLMAN RINK Showcases Diverse Culinary Cultures Photo Pop-up AT WOLLMAN RINK Showcases Diverse Culinary Cultures
by Marina Kennedy - November 23, 2022

Wollman Rink will take on a singular Korean-Cajun culinary accent Nov. 25 through Nov. 27 when its café will feature Cajun Spiced Pork Ribs, Honey Jalapeno Cornbread, Potato-Daikon Salad by Jae Jung, the chef/owner of Midtown South’s bastion of the new chaos cooking genre KJUN. ...


INTIMATE APPAREL to Premiere on PBS in September Photo INTIMATE APPAREL to Premiere on PBS in September
by Michael Major - July 18, 2022

Set in turn of the century New York, Intimate Apparel tells the story of Esther (Kearstin Piper Brown), a lonely, single African American woman who makes her living sewing corsets and ladies’ undergarments. Featuring a libretto by Lynn Nottage, based on her play, and music by Ricky Ian Gordon, the o...


VIDEO: Watch Josh O'Connor & Jessie Buckley in the Trailer for GREAT PERFORMANCES: RO Photo VIDEO: Watch Josh O'Connor & Jessie Buckley in the Trailer for GREAT PERFORMANCES: ROMEO & JULIET
by Sarah Leiber - March 17, 2021

An original film for television by the National Theatre, Great Performances: Romeo & Juliet premieres Friday, April 23 at 9 p.m. on PBS, pbs.org/gperf and the PBS Video app....


The Metropolitan Opera Announces VERDI'S REQUIEM: THE MET REMEMBERS 9/11 Photo The Metropolitan Opera Announces VERDI'S REQUIEM: THE MET REMEMBERS 9/11
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 20, 2021

The Metropolitan Opera will present a pre-season performance of Verdi’s Requiem to commemorate the 20th anniversary of September 11. On Saturday, September 11, 2021, at 7:45pm ET, Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin will conduct the Met Orchestra and Chorus with a quartet of star soloists....


Cynthia Erivo, Michael Bublé, & More to Perform in PBS Henry Mancini Concert Photo Cynthia Erivo, Michael Bublé, & More to Perform in PBS Henry Mancini Concert
by Josh Sharpe - November 12, 2024

The Hollywood Bowl Orchestra raises the curtain on the Bowl's 2024 season with a 100th birthday celebration for the iconic composer, Henry Mancini. Hosted by Jeff Goldblum, the starry concert features performances by stage and “Wicked” film star Cynthia Erivo, Michael Bublé, and more....


COMPANY Documentary, ANYTHING GOES, and More Announced for PBS Great Performances 'Br Photo COMPANY Documentary, ANYTHING GOES, and More Announced for PBS Great Performances 'Broadway's Best' Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2022

This Friday, Great Performances returns with its fifth annual “Broadway’s Best” lineup. Find out how to tune in and when. ...


VIDEO: PBS Shares First Look at KEEPING COMPANY WITH SONDHEIM Documentary Photo VIDEO: PBS Shares First Look at KEEPING COMPANY WITH SONDHEIM Documentary
by Michael Major - May 25, 2022

Watch a trailer for the broadcast which takes an inside look at Tony-winning director Marianne Elliott's creative process of bringing the reimagined gender-swapped production to Broadway. The film features rehearsal and performance footage, plus new interviews with Elliott, Lenk, LuPone, Sondheim, m...


VIDEO: First Look at Josh Groban's GREAT BIG RADIO CITY SHOW Concert on PBS Photo VIDEO: First Look at Josh Groban's GREAT BIG RADIO CITY SHOW Concert on PBS
by Michael Major - October 26, 2022

Experience the world-renowned baritone performing songs from many musical genres alongside several special guest stars including Cyndi Lauper, Denée Benton, New York City Ballet principal dancer Tiler Peck and more. Watch a video preview of the upcoming concert special now!...


GREAT PERFORMANCES to Spotlight American Composers Inspired by Their Cultural Heritag Photo GREAT PERFORMANCES to Spotlight American Composers Inspired by Their Cultural Heritage in NOW HEAR THIS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 25, 2022

Follow celebrated violinist and conductor Scott Yoo as he travels the United States to uncover the musical influences of some of America’s most prominent composers — Amy Beach, Florence Price and Aaron Copland — in of the third season of Great Performances: Now Hear This....


Cynthia Erivo & Leslie Odom, Jr. Perform Tonight on GRAMMY SALUTE TO MUSIC LEGENDS Photo Cynthia Erivo & Leslie Odom, Jr. Perform Tonight on GRAMMY SALUTE TO MUSIC LEGENDS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 16, 2020

The Recording Academy® will honor its 2020 Special Merit Awards recipients with 'Great Performances: GRAMMY Salute To Music Legends®,' an awards ceremony and tribute concert hosted by Jimmy Jam tonight, Friday, Oct. 16, 2020, at 9 p.m. ET/PT....


Videos: Watch Sutton Foster Perform 'Being Alive' & More From the 'Great Performances Photo Videos: Watch Sutton Foster Perform 'Being Alive' & More From the 'Great Performances' 50th Anniversary Concert
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023

New videos from the upcoming Great Performances: Celebrating 50 Years of Broadway's Best concert have been revealed! Watch Sutton Foster perform 'Being Alive' from Company, Corbin Bleu executing a tap number from Jelly’s Last Jam and Rob McClure honoring musicals like Book of Mormon, Mamma Mia, Hair...


Videos: Watch Sutton Foster Perform 'Being Alive' & More From the 'Great Performances Photo Videos: Watch Sutton Foster Perform 'Being Alive' & More From the 'Great Performances' 50th Anniversary Concert
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023

New videos from the upcoming Great Performances: Celebrating 50 Years of Broadway's Best concert have been revealed! Watch Sutton Foster perform 'Being Alive' from Company, Corbin Bleu executing a tap number from Jelly’s Last Jam and Rob McClure honoring musicals like Book of Mormon, Mamma Mia, Hair...


UNCLE VANYA to Premiere as Part of PBS Great Performances in May Photo UNCLE VANYA to Premiere as Part of PBS Great Performances in May
by Stephi Wild - April 09, 2021

The U.S. premiere of Conor McPherson’s adaptation of Uncle Vanya will premiere as part of PBS Great Performances on Friday, May 7....


GREAT PERFORMANCES Celebrates 50th Anniversary Season With Josh Groban Concert, RICHA Photo GREAT PERFORMANCES Celebrates 50th Anniversary Season With Josh Groban Concert, RICHARD III & More
by Michael Major - October 11, 2022

The season features the premiere of Great Performances: Intimate Apparel, which is available to stream now, and the premiere of Great Performances: Richard III from The Public Theater’s Free Shakespeare in the Park; Josh Groban’s Great Big Radio City Show with Cyndi Lauper, Deneé Benton, and Tiler P...


Photos: First Look at Sutton Foster Hosting GREAT PERFORMANCES 50th Anniversary Conce Photo Photos: First Look at Sutton Foster Hosting GREAT PERFORMANCES 50th Anniversary Concert
by Michael Major - March 24, 2023

Two-time Tony winner Sutton Foster (Anything Goes, Music Man) hosted last night’s star-studded “Great Performances: Celebrating 50 Years of Broadway” concert at Lincoln Center. The concert also features Sara Bareilles, Corbin Bleu, Norm Lewis, Patina Miller, Chita Rivera, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and ...


The Metropolitan Opera Announces VERDI'S REQUIEM: THE MET REMEMBERS 9/11 Photo The Metropolitan Opera Announces VERDI'S REQUIEM: THE MET REMEMBERS 9/11
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 20, 2021

The Metropolitan Opera will present a pre-season performance of Verdi’s Requiem to commemorate the 20th anniversary of September 11. On Saturday, September 11, 2021, at 7:45pm ET, Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin will conduct the Met Orchestra and Chorus with a quartet of star soloists....






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