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PBS Arts aims to spark a resurgence of the arts in the United States, helping to make all Americans more aware that the arts are accessible to everyone and ensuring that all Americans understand that the arts are not only for them but also about them. PBS believes the arts enrich the human spirit, create vibrant and healthy communities and should be available to everyone

The Smith Center to present POSTMODERN JUKEBOX 10/14 for PBS Photo The Smith Center to present POSTMODERN JUKEBOX 10/14 for PBS
by A.A. Cristi - July 26, 2017

Following its successful participation in the 2016 PBS Arts Fall Festival, Myron's Cabaret Jazz at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts will present two concerts by acclaimed group Postmodern Jukebox on August 14, with both shows filmed and available for PBS stations across the country to schedu...


PBS' HAMILTON'S AMERICA Watched by 3.6 Million Viewers Over Premiere Weekend
by Caryn Robbins - October 26, 2016

PBS and WNET announced that the October 21 premiere of HAMILTON'S AMERICA, the kick-off program for the 2016 PBS Arts Fall Festival, was seen by more than 3.6 million television viewers between its premiere on Friday, October 21...


Lang Lang, Joshua Bell, Alvin Ailey and More Set for LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER This Fall
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2016

Live From Lincoln Center -- the award-winning performing arts series presenting the best of the wide-ranging programming from the world's leading performing arts center -- today announced its lineup of broadcasts from September through December 2016....


Lang Lang, Joshua Bell, Alvin Ailey and More Set for LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2016

Live From Lincoln Center -- the award-winning performing arts series presenting the best of the wide-ranging programming from the world's leading performing arts center -- today announced its lineup of broadcasts from September through December 2016....


ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS Coming Up This Month on PBS; Watch the Trailer!
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning Broadway and television star Alan Cumming's critically-acclaimed touring show, ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS, comes to PBS Friday, November 18 at 9:00 -10:00 p.m. ET, as part of the sixth annual PBS ARTS FALL FESTIVAL....


Broadway AM Report, 7/29/2016 - CATS Returns, Jenna Ushkowitz Joins WAITRESS and More!
by Jessica Khan - July 29, 2016

This weekend's big news: CATS claws its way back to Broadway on Sunday, GLEE's Jenna Ushkowitz joins Broadway's WAITRESS tonight, and GHOST QUARTET plays in concert in Brooklyn today!...


Violinist Joshua Bell to Join Chamber Orchestra of Havana in SEASONS OF CUBA at Lincoln Center
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016

Lincoln Center announces a special concert event featuring the Grammy Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell, bridging cultural divides in a performance with the Chamber Orchestra of Havana and some of Cuba's most renowned artists....


ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS Coming Up This Month on PBS; Watch the Trailer!
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning Broadway and television star Alan Cumming's critically-acclaimed touring show, ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS, comes to PBS Friday, November 18 at 9:00 -10:00 p.m. ET, as part of the sixth annual PBS ARTS FALL FESTIVAL....


Tickets to Kristin Chenoweth Performance at Winspear Opera House on Sale 7/1
by Tyler Peterson - June 22, 2016

The nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center and AEG Live announced on June 20 that tickets for Kristin Chenoweth will go on sale Friday, July 1 at 10 a.m. Emmy® and Tony Award® -winning actress Kristin Chenoweth brings her unique and powerful voice to Dallas for a one-night-only performance at 8 p.m. ...


Lang Lang, Joshua Bell, Alvin Ailey and More Set for LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER This Fall
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2016

Live From Lincoln Center -- the award-winning performing arts series presenting the best of the wide-ranging programming from the world's leading performing arts center -- today announced its lineup of broadcasts from September through December 2016....


STAGE TUBE: Norm Lewis, Heidi Blickenstaff, Julia Murney and More in FIRST YOU DREAM - THE MUSIC OF KANDER & EBB Trailer, Premiering on PBS, 11/20
by Christina Mancuso - October 28, 2015

FIRST YOU DREAM—THE MUSIC OF KANDER & EBB premieres Friday, November 20, 2015 on PBS. The tribute to the legendary songwriting team of Cabaret and Chicago is part of the fifth PBS Arts Fall Festival and includes performances by an all-star cast of Tony Award winners and nominees....


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - PBS's CHITA RIVERA: A LOT OF LIVIN' TO DO Premieres Tonight
by TV News Desk - November 06, 2015

Chita Rivera: A Lot of Livin' to Do, a 60-minute career retrospective airs on THIRTEEN's Great Performances tonight. Get a sneak peek!...


ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS Airs Tonight on PBS
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2016

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning Broadway and television star Alan Cumming's critically-acclaimed touring show, ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS, comes to PBS tonight, November 18 at 9:00 -10:00 p.m. ET, as part of the sixth annual PBS ARTS FALL FESTIVAL....


PBS Announces October Premiere Date for HAMILTON Documentary
by Caryn Robbins - June 23, 2016

This year's PBS ARTS FALL FESTIVAL kicks off October 21st with the highly anticipated documentary GREAT PERFORMANCES: HAMILTON'S AMERICA....


PBS Announces New Programming During Summer 2016 TCA Session
by Richard Best - July 28, 2016

Today at the Television Critics Association Press Tour, PBS announced new programs and initiatives launching in 2016 and beyond. A brief synopsis of each program is listed below, along with links to the full press releases....


Violinist Joshua Bell to Join Chamber Orchestra of Havana in SEASONS OF CUBA at Lincoln Center
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016

Lincoln Center announces a special concert event featuring the Grammy Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell, bridging cultural divides in a performance with the Chamber Orchestra of Havana and some of Cuba's most renowned artists....


Violinist Joshua Bell to Join Chamber Orchestra of Havana in SEASONS OF CUBA at Lincoln Center
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2016

Lincoln Center announces a special concert event featuring the Grammy Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell, bridging cultural divides in a performance with the Chamber Orchestra of Havana and some of Cuba's most renowned artists....


PBS Announces October Premiere Date for HAMILTON Documentary
by Caryn Robbins - June 23, 2016

This year's PBS ARTS FALL FESTIVAL kicks off October 21st with the highly anticipated documentary GREAT PERFORMANCES: HAMILTON'S AMERICA....


Broadway AM Report, 9/12/2016 - Cynthia Erivo & Joshua Henry in THE LAST FIVE YEARS!
by Jessica Khan - September 12, 2016

Stars gather for this evening's 'VOICES FOR THE VOICELESS' foster kids benefit, MARIE AND ROSETTA opens Off-Broadway, and Cynthia Erivo and Joshua Henry star in a benefit performance of THE LAST FIVE YEARS!...


HAMILTON'S AMERICA, Alan Cumming & More Set for PBS Arts Fall Festival Hosted by Lin-Manuel Miranda; Full Line-Up!
by Caryn Robbins - September 09, 2016

PBS announced today the broadcast premiere dates for the diverse slate of performing arts specials that will air as part of the 2016 PBS Arts Fall Festival....


STAGE TUBE: Chita Rivera Previews PBS Special - A LOT OF LIVIN' TO DO
by Nicole Rosky - October 26, 2015

The dynamic Broadway singer, dancer, and actress Chita Rivera has created the iconic roles Anita in West Side Story, Rosie in Bye Bye Birdie, and Velma in Chicago - to name a few memorable characters. The legend has been lighting up Broadway and international stages for over 70 years. In this specia...


TV Exclusive: Watch Andrea Bocelli & Nicole Scherzinger Sing 'Don't Cry for Me, Argentina' in PBS Special!
by Nicole Rosky - November 23, 2015

On November 27, international superstar tenor Andrea Bocelli lends his unique voice to a lush symphonic salute to the movies, Andrea Bocelli: Cinema, celebrating some of the greatest celluloid songs and scores of all time written by a varied range of Italian and Hollywood composers. The concert spec...


BWW Review: IN THE HEIGHTS at Theatrical Outfit
by Justin Adams - September 12, 2016

Theatrical Outfit and Aurora Theatre Company coproduce 'In the Heights,' creating a show for the whole community to enjoy. Prepare to see Broadway-level talent in the heart of the South!...


Lang Lang, Joshua Bell, Alvin Ailey and More Set for LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2016

Live From Lincoln Center -- the award-winning performing arts series presenting the best of the wide-ranging programming from the world's leading performing arts center -- today announced its lineup of broadcasts from September through December 2016....


THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: October 24-30
by Nora Dominick - October 30, 2015

Still watching Jonathan Groff, Brian d'Arcy James and Andrew Rannells singing at the #Ham4Ham lottery? Can't wait to see Annaleigh Ashford play Sylvia? Didn't have time to check in on your favorite Broadway stars? Well don't worry BroadwayWorld has rounded up some of the biggest stories from this we...






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