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A dynamic mix of artists across hip hop, jazz, modern dance, and more perform at the Kennedy Center. Each episode weaves together performances filmed live at the Center with intimate off-stage moments contextualizing each artist's cultural impact.


 

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Video: Sara Bareilles Covers 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' in Kennedy Center Concert Cl Photo Video: Sara Bareilles Covers 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' in Kennedy Center Concert Clip
by Josh Sharpe - December 30, 2024

In a clip from Sara Bareilles's New Year's Eve concert, the Tony-winner and multi-hyphenate pays homage to singer-songwriter, Elton John by performing the iconic “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” with the National Symphony Orchestra. Watch it now! ...


Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS Photo Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 10, 2022

PBS is premiering NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER, the public broadcaster's recently announced collaboration with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to spotlight critical contributions to the arts that continue to inspire contemporary artists....


Video: PBS Debuts Sara Bareilles New Year's Eve Concert Trailer Photo Video: PBS Debuts Sara Bareilles New Year's Eve Concert Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - December 26, 2024

In September, Tony Award-nominated performer Sara Bareilles performed three orchestral shows with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center. The performances were filmed and will air on Tues., Dec. 31, 2024 at 8/7c on PBS. Watch the trailer now! ...


PBS Sets Date for Sara Bareilles Kennedy Center Concert Special Photo PBS Sets Date for Sara Bareilles Kennedy Center Concert Special
by Josh Sharpe - October 01, 2024

In September, Sara Bareilles performed three orchestral shows with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center. The performances were filmed for PBS' Next at the Kennedy Center program and now the channel has revealed the premiere date of the special. ...


PBS Announces New Premiere Date for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER Photo PBS Announces New Premiere Date for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER
by Michael Major - September 27, 2022

PBS set a new date for the upcoming premiere of NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER, the public broadcaster’s recently announced collaboration with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to spotlight critical contributions to the arts that continue to inspire contemporary artists....


Jason Moran & Christian McBride Proteges Featured in PBS Special This Friday Photo Jason Moran & Christian McBride Proteges Featured in PBS Special This Friday
by Michael Major - April 17, 2023

Modern jazz luminaries Moran (piano) and McBride (bass) perform music by Thelonious Monk, Charles Mingus, Geri Allen, and Louis Armstrong in the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. Taking inspiration from America’s diverse artistic landscape, their collaboration is infused with a distinctive soul that i...


What to Watch on New Year's Eve - Sara Bareilles, Reneé Rapp, & More Photo What to Watch on New Year's Eve - Sara Bareilles, Reneé Rapp, & More
by Josh Sharpe - December 31, 2024

As 2025 approaches, Broadway fans can close the curtain on 2024 with some Broadway and music favorites! Countdown to midnight with names like Sara Bareilles, Sting, Reneé Rapp, and more. Additionally, the Wicked movie is now available to watch at home on digital....


'A Joni Mitchell Songbook' is Upcoming Installment of NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER Photo 'A Joni Mitchell Songbook' is Upcoming Installment of NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER
by Michael Major - October 19, 2022

This special highlights the timeless and genre-defying influence of Joni Mitchell with an all-star lineup that includes Renée Fleming, Lalah Hathaway and Raul Midón, accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Grammy Award winner Vince Mendoza....


Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS Photo Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 10, 2022

PBS is premiering NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER, the public broadcaster's recently announced collaboration with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to spotlight critical contributions to the arts that continue to inspire contemporary artists....


Video: Sara Bareilles Covers 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' in Kennedy Center Concert Cl Photo Video: Sara Bareilles Covers 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' in Kennedy Center Concert Clip
by Josh Sharpe - December 30, 2024

In a clip from Sara Bareilles's New Year's Eve concert, the Tony-winner and multi-hyphenate pays homage to singer-songwriter, Elton John by performing the iconic “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” with the National Symphony Orchestra. Watch it now! ...


Video: Sara Bareilles Performs 'Saint Honesty' in Kennedy Center Concert Photo Video: Sara Bareilles Performs 'Saint Honesty' in Kennedy Center Concert
by Josh Sharpe - December 31, 2024

In a new clip from Sara Bareilles's New Year's Eve concert, the Tony-winner and multi-hyphenate brings an unforgettable performance of 'Saint Honesty” with Emily King, David Ryan Harris, Rob Moose, and Alan Hampton. Watch the performance now!...


Video: Sara Bareilles Performs 'Saint Honesty' in Kennedy Center Concert Photo Video: Sara Bareilles Performs 'Saint Honesty' in Kennedy Center Concert
by Josh Sharpe - December 31, 2024

In a new clip from Sara Bareilles's New Year's Eve concert, the Tony-winner and multi-hyphenate brings an unforgettable performance of 'Saint Honesty” with Emily King, David Ryan Harris, Rob Moose, and Alan Hampton. Watch the performance now!...


Review: CYNTHIA ERIVO & FRIENDS at Kennedy Center Photo Review: CYNTHIA ERIVO & FRIENDS at Kennedy Center
by Olivia Murray - December 10, 2023

This performance was truly one of the best that I have ever seen and it was a heartwarming experience for everyone in the theater....


Video: Sara Bareilles Covers 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' in Kennedy Center Concert Cl Photo Video: Sara Bareilles Covers 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' in Kennedy Center Concert Clip
by Josh Sharpe - December 30, 2024

In a clip from Sara Bareilles's New Year's Eve concert, the Tony-winner and multi-hyphenate pays homage to singer-songwriter, Elton John by performing the iconic “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” with the National Symphony Orchestra. Watch it now! ...


Cynthia Erivo New Year's Eve Concert Special Coming to PBS With Ben Platt & Joaquina Photo Cynthia Erivo New Year's Eve Concert Special Coming to PBS With Ben Platt & Joaquina Kalukango
by Michael Major - December 06, 2023

Cynthia Erivo, star of the stage and screen, invites you to ring in the New Year with a concert special coming to PBS. The upcoming Wicked star will be joined by friends Ben Platt and Joaquina Kalukango as they bring their powerful voices and favorite songs to the Kennedy Center. The special will in...


PBS Sets Date for Sara Bareilles Kennedy Center Concert Special Photo PBS Sets Date for Sara Bareilles Kennedy Center Concert Special
by Josh Sharpe - October 01, 2024

In September, Sara Bareilles performed three orchestral shows with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center. The performances were filmed for PBS' Next at the Kennedy Center program and now the channel has revealed the premiere date of the special. ...


Exclusive: Sara Bareilles Reflects on Kennedy Center Concert, New Experiences, and th Photo Exclusive: Sara Bareilles Reflects on Kennedy Center Concert, New Experiences, and the Year Ahead
by Josh Sharpe - December 31, 2024

Ahead of the airing of Sara Bareilles' PBS concert, BroadwayWorld sat down with the performer and songwriter to discuss planning the concert, performing with her musical heroes, and her thoughts as she looks ahead to a new year....


AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at the Kennedy Center - They Photo AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at the Kennedy Center - They Were Dancing in the Seats!!
by Charles Shubow - July 06, 2018

Broadway - get ready for another homage to a great music group....


Video: PBS Debuts Sara Bareilles New Year's Eve Concert Trailer Photo Video: PBS Debuts Sara Bareilles New Year's Eve Concert Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - December 26, 2024

In September, Tony Award-nominated performer Sara Bareilles performed three orchestral shows with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center. The performances were filmed and will air on Tues., Dec. 31, 2024 at 8/7c on PBS. Watch the trailer now! ...


What to Watch on New Year's Eve - Sara Bareilles, Reneé Rapp, & More Photo What to Watch on New Year's Eve - Sara Bareilles, Reneé Rapp, & More
by Josh Sharpe - December 31, 2024

As 2025 approaches, Broadway fans can close the curtain on 2024 with some Broadway and music favorites! Countdown to midnight with names like Sara Bareilles, Sting, Reneé Rapp, and more. Additionally, the Wicked movie is now available to watch at home on digital....


PBS Sets Date for Sara Bareilles Kennedy Center Concert Special Photo PBS Sets Date for Sara Bareilles Kennedy Center Concert Special
by Josh Sharpe - October 01, 2024

In September, Sara Bareilles performed three orchestral shows with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center. The performances were filmed for PBS' Next at the Kennedy Center program and now the channel has revealed the premiere date of the special. ...


Cynthia Erivo New Year's Eve Concert Special Coming to PBS With Ben Platt & Joaquina Photo Cynthia Erivo New Year's Eve Concert Special Coming to PBS With Ben Platt & Joaquina Kalukango
by Michael Major - December 06, 2023

Cynthia Erivo, star of the stage and screen, invites you to ring in the New Year with a concert special coming to PBS. The upcoming Wicked star will be joined by friends Ben Platt and Joaquina Kalukango as they bring their powerful voices and favorite songs to the Kennedy Center. The special will in...


PBS Premieres Ben Folds & Joshua Redman 'Next at the Kennedy Center' Specials on Apri Photo PBS Premieres Ben Folds & Joshua Redman 'Next at the Kennedy Center' Specials on April 12 & 19
by Stephi Wild - April 01, 2024

The NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER, a multi-year partnership and collaboration with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to spotlight critical contributions to the arts, returns to PBS with two new performance specials this April featuring indie music icon Ben Folds and renowned jazz saxop...


What to Watch on New Year's Eve - Sara Bareilles, Reneé Rapp, & More Photo What to Watch on New Year's Eve - Sara Bareilles, Reneé Rapp, & More
by Josh Sharpe - December 31, 2024

As 2025 approaches, Broadway fans can close the curtain on 2024 with some Broadway and music favorites! Countdown to midnight with names like Sara Bareilles, Sting, Reneé Rapp, and more. Additionally, the Wicked movie is now available to watch at home on digital....


NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER's 'Robert Glasper's Black Radio' Shifts Premiere Photo NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER's 'Robert Glasper's Black Radio' Shifts Premiere
by Michael Major - October 11, 2023

PBS Schedule Change: 'Robert Glasper's Black Radio' premiere at the Kennedy Center moves to Friday, Oct. 13 at 10 p.m. ET due to Middle East crisis. A new special, War in the Holy Land: A PBS News Special Report (IAWH), has been added to the schedule....







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