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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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Latest Articles About Great Performances on PBS

CHERYLYN LAVAGNINO DANCE Returns In May For 24th Anniversary Season Photo CHERYLYN LAVAGNINO DANCE Returns In May For 24th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2024

Cherylyn Lavagnino Dance will celebrate the company's 24th anniversary season with the showing of two of Cherylyn Lavagnino's artistic works, Tales of Hopper and The Winter's Tale, at the DiMenna Center for Classical Music, 450 W 37th Street, in New York City. ...
Elizabeth A. Davis, Tally Sessions & More to Star in HENRY 6 at The Old Globe Photo Elizabeth A. Davis, Tally Sessions & More to Star in HENRY 6 at The Old Globe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024

The Old Globe has revealed cast and creative team for the world premiere of HENRY 6, an adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry VI. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....
Patti LuPone Brings Her New Show A LIFE IN NOTES to NJPAC in Newark, N.J. Photo Patti LuPone Brings Her New Show A LIFE IN NOTES to NJPAC in Newark, N.J.
by Josh Sharpe - April 29, 2024

Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone will bring her latest show, A Life In Notes to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. In her new concert, Patti LuPone: A Life in Notes, the three-time Tony Award winner performs an array of songs that are touchsto...
Swedish Band Ghost to Premiere Documentary Film RITE HERE RITE NOW in June Photo Swedish Band Ghost to Premiere Documentary Film RITE HERE RITE NOW in June
by Josh Sharpe - May 01, 2024

Shot over the course of GHOST’s two sold-out shows at Los Angeles’ hallowed Kia Forum, RITE HERE RITE NOW fully immerses viewers in the technicolor melodrama of the vaunted live ritual that has helped to propel Sweden’s foremost theatrical rock export to GRAMMY-winning, chart-topping, arena-headlini...
INTERVIEW: Marcus M. Martin on Letting the Genie Out of the Lamp for ALADDIN's Final Photo INTERVIEW: Marcus M. Martin on Letting the Genie Out of the Lamp for ALADDIN's Final Stop in Costa Mesa
by Melissa Heckscher - May 01, 2024

BroadwayWorld talks with Marcus M. Martin about what it's like playing 'Genie' eight shows a week in Aladdin, how he got here (including running on a treadmill while singing 'Friend Like Me' to get in shape for the part), and what's next for the new touring Broadway star. ...
Chicago Opera Theater Announces Two Premieres and More for 2024-25 Season Photo Chicago Opera Theater Announces Two Premieres and More for 2024-25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 30, 2024

Discover the exciting new season announced by CHICAGO OPERA THEATER for 2024-25. Get a sneak peek into the upcoming performances and stay updated with the latest in the world of opera....
Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Delights Once More at Dizzy's Photo Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Delights Once More at Dizzy's
by Rob Lester - April 29, 2024

The 'Songbook Sundays' makes the second day of a weekend a first-rate experience. Rodgers & Hammerstein were on tap on April 21 in a season that included a focus on Frank Loesser, with Johnny Mercer's turn coming up in June....
Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 4/28/24 - THE WIZ, CABARET & More Top the List Photo Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 4/28/24 - THE WIZ, CABARET & More Top the List
by - April 30, 2024

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 4/28/2024....
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra to Present Vancouver USA Music and Arts Festival Photo Vancouver Symphony Orchestra to Present Vancouver USA Music and Arts Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024

Join the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA for a three-day celebration of music and art at the Vancouver USA Music and Arts Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets. ...
JIMMY TINGLE: Humor And Hope For Humanity is Coming to SoHo Playhouse Photo JIMMY TINGLE: Humor And Hope For Humanity is Coming to SoHo Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 29, 2024

Join renowned comedian and political humorist, Jimmy Tingle, in his new one-person show, JIMMY TINGLE: HUMOR AND HOPE FOR HUMANITY at SoHo Playhouse. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Cast and Creatives Set For HENRY 6 at the Old Globe
by Stephi Wild - May 02, 2024

The Old Globe has announced the full cast and creative team for Henry 6, a world premiere adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Henry VI, Parts I, II, and III, adapted and directed by Erna Finci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein. ...
Swedish Band Ghost to Premiere Documentary Film RITE HERE RITE NOW in June Photo Swedish Band Ghost to Premiere Documentary Film RITE HERE RITE NOW in June
by Josh Sharpe - May 01, 2024

Shot over the course of GHOST’s two sold-out shows at Los Angeles’ hallowed Kia Forum, RITE HERE RITE NOW fully immerses viewers in the technicolor melodrama of the vaunted live ritual that has helped to propel Sweden’s foremost theatrical rock export to GRAMMY-winning, chart-topping, arena-headlini...
FUNNY GIRL, & JULIET, and More Set For Overture Center's 20th Anniversary Season Line Photo FUNNY GIRL, & JULIET, and More Set For Overture Center's 20th Anniversary Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024

Overture Center has revealed its 20th Anniversary 2024/25 season. Broadway at Overture welcomes back audience-favorite “Wicked,” also celebrating its 20th anniversary year, and includes the Wisconsin premieres of “& Juliet,” “Shucked” and “The Neil Diamond Musical: A Beautiful Noise.” ...
Allison Couture Joins MOMS' NIGHT OUT at 54 Below This May Photo Allison Couture Joins MOMS' NIGHT OUT at 54 Below This May
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024

Allison Couture joins the cast of Moms' Night Out: The Concert Series at 54 Below! The performance is on May 18th....
SLIPKNOT to Embark on 'Here Comes The Pain' Summer Tour to Celebrate 25 Years of S/T Photo SLIPKNOT to Embark on 'Here Comes The Pain' Summer Tour to Celebrate 25 Years of S/T Album
by Josh Sharpe - April 30, 2024

Heavy titans and cultural phenomenon SLIPKNOT are pleased to announce the North American portion of their Here Comes The Pain Tour. This year the nine are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their seminal debut album, Slipknot, which catapulted the band back in 1999. Stops on the Here Comes The Pain...
Interview: Simon Godwin on How MACBETH Can Connect to Audiences Today Photo Interview: Simon Godwin on How MACBETH Can Connect to Audiences Today
by Josh Sharpe - April 29, 2024

Simon Godwin is no stranger to the work of Shakespeare. Until May 5, his production of Macbeth is playing in D.C. with a cast led by Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma. The film version of this same production will hit theaters on May 2. BroadwayWorld sat down with Godwin to discuss his take on Shakespe...
Student Blog: Total Eclipse of the Sun Photo Student Blog: Total Eclipse of the Sun
by Student Blogger: Grace Schofield - April 29, 2024

It was probably one of the coolest, most surreal things I’ve ever seen in my life. I didn’t fully understand why people from all over the world came to my tiny lil town to see the eclipse, but after watching it I get it now....
Red Bull Theater Continues Its 20th Anniversary Festival With OR, WHAT SHE WILL By Li Photo Red Bull Theater Continues Its 20th Anniversary Festival With OR, WHAT SHE WILL By Liz Duffy Adams
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2024

Red Bull Theater has announced details for the next presentation of its 20th Anniversary Festival: OR, WHAT SHE WILL by Liz Duffy Adams, directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch....
Vocalist Sybil Evans Stages Jazz Comeback At Age 90 With The Sybil Evans Trio Photo Vocalist Sybil Evans Stages Jazz Comeback At Age 90 With The Sybil Evans Trio
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 01, 2024

At age 90, Sybil Evans makes a triumphant return to the jazz scene with the Sybil Evans Trio. Learn more! ...
ANNIE North American Tour to Play Portland's Keller Auditorium Photo ANNIE North American Tour to Play Portland's Keller Auditorium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 29, 2024

Broadway in Portland will present the all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Keller Auditorium. Learn how to purchase tickets....
Paul Jacobs Will Perform Messiaen's 'Livre Du Saint-Sacrement' at Elbphilharmonie in Photo Paul Jacobs Will Perform Messiaen's 'Livre Du Saint-Sacrement' at Elbphilharmonie in May
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024

GRAMMY Award-winning American organist Paul Jacobs has been invited by the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg to participate in the Hamburg International Music Festival on Saturday evening, May 25, 2024, 8 pm at the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg Grosser Saal....
Denver Arts & Venues Celebrates 20 Years Of The Five Points Jazz Festival Photo Denver Arts & Venues Celebrates 20 Years Of The Five Points Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024

​​​​​​​In recognition of International Jazz Day, April 30, Denver Arts & Venues has announced the performance lineup for the 2024 Five Points Jazz Festival, which returns to the neighborhood to celebrate the music, culture and roots of Denver's historic Five Points on Saturday, June 8 from noon to 8...
THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN to be Presented At Theatre School @ North Coast Rep Photo THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN to be Presented At Theatre School @ North Coast Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 29, 2024

Experience the bittersweet and daring dark Irish comedy, THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, presented by The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...
Undermain Theatre Announces EXIT THE KING And More for 2024-2025 Season Photo Undermain Theatre Announces EXIT THE KING And More for 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - April 30, 2024

UNDERMAIN has announced its 41st 2024/2025 Season The Season of Identity....
Review: Fairie Dust and Unforgettable Adventures Await With PETER PAN Flying Through Photo Review: Fairie Dust and Unforgettable Adventures Await With PETER PAN Flying Through at Straz Center
by Drew Eberhard - May 02, 2024

Sir J.M. Barrie’s classic tale and 1904 play, tells the story of reference to Native Americans who inhabit a fictitious island known as Neverland. Referred to as “Piccaninny Warriors,” include Tiger Lily and her tribe as they steal pockets from the Lost Boys and try to claim the island as their own,...




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