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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: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot Photo Video: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - June 10, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip of 'So In Love' The West End proshot is now available to watch on PBS.from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block. Watch it now!...


Jeanine Tesori's GROUNDED Sets GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Airing Photo Jeanine Tesori's GROUNDED Sets GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Airing
by Josh Sharpe - January 09, 2025

PBS has set the premiere of Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded as part of their Great Performances at the Met series. Based on librettist George Brant’s acclaimed play and featuring mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo, Grounded will air Friday, March 21, at 9 p.m. ET on PBS....


PBS's STAGEBOUND Sets Andrew Durand for Episode 2; Release Date Revealed Photo PBS's STAGEBOUND Sets Andrew Durand for Episode 2; Release Date Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2025

Great Performances has unveiled new details about the second episode of Stagebound, the digital series that follows Broadway performers on their journey to opening night. The upcoming episode will feature Dead Outlaw's Andrew Durand and is set to debut Wednesday, May 21 at 12 p.m....


Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Pr Photo Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - June 02, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Stephanie J. Block. In the clip, divorced couple Lilli (Block) and Fred (Adrian Dunbar) express their love for each other in the song 'Wunderbar.' Watch it now!...


Video: Natalie Venetia Belcon Reacts to Tony Win for Best Featured Actress in a Music Photo Video: Natalie Venetia Belcon Reacts to Tony Win for Best Featured Actress in a Musical
by Joey Mervis - June 08, 2025

At the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Natalie Venetia Belcon took home a Tony Award for 'Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical' for her outstanding work in Buena Vista Social Club. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, she checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge ...


Jeanine Tesori's GROUNDED Sets GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Airing Photo Jeanine Tesori's GROUNDED Sets GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Airing
by Josh Sharpe - January 09, 2025

PBS has set the premiere of Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded as part of their Great Performances at the Met series. Based on librettist George Brant’s acclaimed play and featuring mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo, Grounded will air Friday, March 21, at 9 p.m. ET on PBS....


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....


BILLY NATION Comes to The Newmark Theatre in August Photo BILLY NATION Comes to The Newmark Theatre in August
by Stephi Wild - April 01, 2025

Billy Nation pays tribute to this world-class talent and does Billy’s songs justice with great performances and passionate live shows that bring back the authentic spirit of the piano man’s music!...


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 ...


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!...


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....


GREAT PERFORMANCES Launches STAGEBOUND Series; First Episode to Follow Jasmine Amy Ro Photo GREAT PERFORMANCES Launches STAGEBOUND Series; First Episode to Follow Jasmine Amy Rogers
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2025

Great Performances is set to debut Stagebound, a new all-access digital series that follows Broadway performers on their journey to opening night. The first episode will feature Jasmine Amy Rogers, the breakout star of BOOP! The Musical. ...


Video: Follow Jasmine Amy Rogers’ Journey to BOOP! Debut in STAGEBOUND Photo Video: Follow Jasmine Amy Rogers’ Journey to BOOP! Debut in STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025

PBS Great Performances has debuted the first episode of Stagebound, featuring Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers as she takes on the title role in BOOP! The Musical. Watch it now!...


Photos: The WNET Group Hosts 2025 Gala Celebrating Public Media And The Arts Photo Photos: The WNET Group Hosts 2025 Gala Celebrating Public Media And The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2025

Last night, The WNET Group, home of PBS stations THIRTEEN and WLIW, network NJ PBS, and Long Island's only NPR station WLIW-FM, hosted its 2025 gala to celebrate the arts and public media, paying homage to The WNET Group’s mission to use the power of media to educate, inform, entertain, and inspire ...


Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Pr Photo Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - June 02, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Stephanie J. Block. In the clip, divorced couple Lilli (Block) and Fred (Adrian Dunbar) express their love for each other in the song 'Wunderbar.' Watch it now!...


Video: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot Photo Video: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - June 10, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip of 'So In Love' The West End proshot is now available to watch on PBS.from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block. Watch it now!...


Jeanine Tesori's GROUNDED Sets GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Airing Photo Jeanine Tesori's GROUNDED Sets GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET Airing
by Josh Sharpe - January 09, 2025

PBS has set the premiere of Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded as part of their Great Performances at the Met series. Based on librettist George Brant’s acclaimed play and featuring mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo, Grounded will air Friday, March 21, at 9 p.m. ET on PBS....


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...


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 ...


Video: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Performs 'Hurricane' Photo Video: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Performs 'Hurricane'
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2025

PBS Great Performances has just shared a clip from the live capture of the Tony Award-winning musical Girl From the North Country. In the video, Joe Scott (Austin Scott) and the cast of the show perform Bob Dylan's 'Hurricane.' Watch it now!...


Video: Katherine McPhee and David Foster Join Andrea Bocceli for 'Can't Help Falling Photo Video: Katherine McPhee and David Foster Join Andrea Bocceli for 'Can't Help Falling In Love'
by A.A. Cristi - February 28, 2025

Check out new video from the upcoming 30th anniversary celebration of Andrea Bocelli on PBS featuring stage and screen star Katherine McPhee, music legend David Foster, and Andrea Bocelli....


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 ...


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: KISS ME, KATE Cast Performs 'Another Op'nin', Another Show' From PBS Proshot Photo Video: KISS ME, KATE Cast Performs 'Another Op'nin', Another Show' From PBS Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - June 02, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate. . In the clip, the cast of 'The Taming of the Shrew' prepares for opening night with 'Another Op'nin', Another Show.' Watch it now!...


PBS Executive Producer Jac Venza Passes Away at 97 Photo PBS Executive Producer Jac Venza Passes Away at 97
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

Executive Producer Jac Venza has passed away. Learn more about Venza's life and work....






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