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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!...


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!...


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....


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 ...


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....


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!...


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!...


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...


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!...


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....


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....


Spotlight: DARREN CRISS LIVE at Center for the Arts Photo Spotlight: DARREN CRISS LIVE at Center for the Arts
by BWW Special Offer - July 18, 2025

Don't Miss Darren Criss Live in Fairfax on 9/27! Tony Award-winning star of stage and screen Darren Criss will headline ARTS by George! ARTS by George! has raised more than $4.6 million since it began in 2006...


Video: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Performs 'Like A Rolling Stone' Photo Video: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Performs 'Like A Rolling Stone'
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 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, Elizabeth (Mare Winningham) and the cast of the show perform Bob Dylan's 'Like A Rolling Stone.' Watch it now!...


Video: PBS Previews 'Broadway's Best' 2025 GREAT PERFORMANCES Lineup Photo Video: PBS Previews 'Broadway's Best' 2025 GREAT PERFORMANCES Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - May 05, 2025

PBS and Great Performances have shared a new teaser for Broadway's Best, a series that returns to the channel this month. Take a look at a preview of the 2025 lineup, which includes Next to Normal, Yellow Face, Girl From the North Country, and Kiss Me, Kate....


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....


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....


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: Behind the Scenes of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Ahead of PBS Premiere
Photo Video: Behind the Scenes of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Ahead of PBS Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2025

PBS Great Performances has released a new video highlighting the new proshot of the Tony Award-winning musical Girl From the North Country. In the video, director and playwright Conor McPherson, orchestrator Simon Hale, and movement director Lucy Hind all discuss the production and the challenge of ...


Video: Go Behind the Scenes of DEAD OUTLAW with Andrew Durand in STAGEBOUND Photo Video: Go Behind the Scenes of DEAD OUTLAW with Andrew Durand in STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2025

PBS Great Performances has premiered the second episode of Stagebound, featuring the Tony-nominated Dead Outlaw star Andrew Durand. Watch the new episode now! ...


Video: Daniel Dae Kim Stars in YELLOW FACE Clip From PBS Broadcast Photo Video: Daniel Dae Kim Stars in YELLOW FACE Clip From PBS Broadcast
by Josh Sharpe - May 06, 2025

PBS has shared a clip from the upcoming Great Performances broadcast of David Henry Hwang’s Yellow Face, which ran on Broadway in 2024. Watch it now, ahead of the full live capture of the show airing on Friday, May 16....


Video: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Performs 'Like A Rolling Stone' Photo Video: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Performs 'Like A Rolling Stone'
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 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, Elizabeth (Mare Winningham) and the cast of the show perform Bob Dylan's 'Like A Rolling Stone.' Watch it now!...


AS YOU LIKE IT to be Presented at Upstart Crows of Santa Fe in January Photo AS YOU LIKE IT to be Presented at Upstart Crows of Santa Fe in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 27, 2024

Upstart Crows of Santa Fe will perform As You Like It with two casts of actors, ages 10-18 in January. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the production. ...






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