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Lise Davidsen Sings "Abscheulicher!" from "Fidelio"
Lise Davidsen sings an excerpt from Leonore’s Act I aria in the final dress rehearsal.
Lise Davidsen sings an excerpt from Leonore’s Act I aria in the final dress rehearsal.
Changing Amy to Jamie in Broadway's "Company"
Matt Doyle discusses the decision to gender-bend "I'm Not Getting Married Today."
Matt Doyle discusses the decision to gender-bend "I'm Not Getting Married Today."
Sting on "Message In A Bottle"
Sting discusses the core messages behind the dance program "Message in a Bottle."
Sting discusses the core messages behind the dance program "Message in a Bottle."
The Stolen First Folio
In 1998 in Durham, England, a First Folio vanishes without a trace.
In 1998 in Durham, England, a First Folio vanishes without a trace.
Kate Prince's ZooNation Performs to Fields of Gold by Sting
A family celebrates the marriage of their brother, set to the music of Sting.
A family celebrates the marriage of their brother, set to the music of Sting.
ZooNation Dance Performance to Sting's "Message In A Bottle"
In this dance show, three siblings call on fellow refugees to protest their situation.
In this dance show, three siblings call on fellow refugees to protest their situation.
King Charles III Examines the First Folio of King Charles I
King Charles III examines the First Folio of King Charles I.
King Charles III examines the First Folio of King Charles I.
Erin Morley Performs from Mozart's "The Magic Flute"
Erin Morley, Thomas Oliemans, and Brenton Ryan sing an excerpt from "Die Zauberflöte"
Erin Morley, Thomas Oliemans, and Brenton Ryan sing an excerpt from "Die Zauberflöte"
Brian Cox and Nicole Ansari Examine a First Folio
Brian Cox and Nicole Ansari examine one of Shakespeare's First Folios.
Brian Cox and Nicole Ansari examine one of Shakespeare's First Folios.
Herbie Hancock performs "Maiden Voyage"
Herbie Hancock performs his song "Maiden Voyage"
Herbie Hancock performs his song "Maiden Voyage"
Wynonna Judd and Jamey Johnson perform "Golden Ring"
Country singers Wynonna Judd and Jamey Johnson perform George Jones' "Golden Ring."
Country singers Wynonna Judd and Jamey Johnson perform George Jones' "Golden Ring."
The Beautiful Blue Danube
The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra performs Strauss' "The Beautiful Blue Danube."
The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra performs Strauss' "The Beautiful Blue Danube."
Joyce DiDonato's "L'alma mia fra le tempeste"
Joyce DiDonato ignites the stage with stunning vocals in "L'alma mia fra le tempeste."
Joyce DiDonato ignites the stage with stunning vocals in "L'alma mia fra le tempeste."
The Vienna State Ballet Performs Strauss' "Ischl Waltz"
Viennese dancers perform to Johan Strauss II's "Ischl Waltz."
Viennese dancers perform to Johan Strauss II's "Ischl Waltz."
Will Liverman Performs as Malcolm X
Will Liverman performs as Malcolm X in this act II aria.
Will Liverman performs as Malcolm X in this act II aria.
H.E.R. Performs "Make It Rain"
H.E.R. performs Foy Vance's "Make It Rain" with the LA Phil.
H.E.R. performs Foy Vance's "Make It Rain" with the LA Phil.
Brad Paisley Performs "He Stopped Loving Her Today"
Country singer Brad Paisley performs "He Stopped Loving Her Today."
Country singer Brad Paisley performs "He Stopped Loving Her Today."
Joyce DiDonato's Act II Aria
Agrippina pleads with the Gods for Nero to take the throne.
Agrippina pleads with the Gods for Nero to take the throne.
Brenda Rae's Poppea Can't Hail a Cab
Brenda Rae stars as Poppea in a world where even a future empress can’t catch a cab.
Brenda Rae stars as Poppea in a world where even a future empress can’t catch a cab.
Wynonna, Dierks Bentley and More on Country Music on PBS
Jelly Roll, Wynonna Judd and Dierks Bentley discuss the legacy of country music.
Jelly Roll, Wynonna Judd and Dierks Bentley discuss the legacy of country music.
Joyce DiDonato and Ryan McKinny in "Dead Man Walking"
Joyce DiDonato and Ryan McKinny perform the Act II aria.
Joyce DiDonato and Ryan McKinny perform the Act II aria.
Chita Rivera performs "All That Jazz"
Chita Rivera performs "All That Jazz" at the Great Performances gala.
Chita Rivera performs "All That Jazz" at the Great Performances gala.
The Legacy of George Jones with Wynonna & Jelly Roll
Jelly Roll and Wynonna discuss their first memories of George Jones.
Jelly Roll and Wynonna discuss their first memories of George Jones.
The Friendship of Yo-Yo Ma, Richard Kogan, and Lynn Chang
Yo-Yo Ma, Dr. Richard Kogan and Lynn Chang discuss their 50 years of friendship.
Yo-Yo Ma, Dr. Richard Kogan and Lynn Chang discuss their 50 years of friendship.
Chloe Chua & Scott Yoo Perform the Ling Ling Violin Workout
Violinist Chloe Chua takes Scott Yoo through the Ling Ling Violin Workout.
Violinist Chloe Chua takes Scott Yoo through the Ling Ling Violin Workout.
Jelly Roll Performs "Bartender's Blues"
Rapper and singer Jelly Roll performs "Bartender's Blues."
Rapper and singer Jelly Roll performs "Bartender's Blues."
Behind the Scenes with Cirque du Soleil's Band
Go behind the scenes of Cirque du Soleil with music director Aaron Guidry.
Go behind the scenes of Cirque du Soleil with music director Aaron Guidry.
Ailyn Pérez in "Florencia en el Amazonas"
Ailyn Pérez performs an excerpt from “Buenos días. Despierta usted temprano.”
Ailyn Pérez performs an excerpt from “Buenos días. Despierta usted temprano.”
Yo-Yo Ma Performs "Spiegel im Spiegel"
Yo-Yo Ma performs Arvo Pärt's "Spiegel im Spiegel, with images by the James Webb telescope
Yo-Yo Ma performs Arvo Pärt's "Spiegel im Spiegel, with images by the James Webb telescope
Niccolò Paganini Descendent Debunks Family Rumors
Scott Yoo meets with a descendent of Paganini to discuss the virtuoso's life.
Scott Yoo meets with a descendent of Paganini to discuss the virtuoso's life.
Nine-year-old Wilson Liu Performs Prokofiev's Prelude
Nine-year-old pianist Wilson Liu performs Prokofiev's Prelude Op. 12, No. 7.
Nine-year-old pianist Wilson Liu performs Prokofiev's Prelude Op. 12, No. 7.
Yumi Kurosawa Performs "Lucky Stars" on the Koto
Koto player Yumi Kurosawa performs her piece "Lucky Stars."
Koto player Yumi Kurosawa performs her piece "Lucky Stars."
Scott Yoo Meets With Augusta Read Thomas About Composing
Scott Yoo meets with composer Augusta Read Thomas to get out of a creative rut.
Scott Yoo meets with composer Augusta Read Thomas to get out of a creative rut.
Stagebound — Jinkx Monsoon — ‘Pirates! The Penzance Musical’
What happens when a RuPaul’s Drag Race winner takes on Broadway — on her own terms?
What happens when a RuPaul’s Drag Race winner takes on Broadway — on her own terms?
Stagebound — Daniel Dae Kim — “Yellow Face”
Beloved TV star and Tony nominee Daniel Dae Kim returns to his theatrical roots.
Beloved TV star and Tony nominee Daniel Dae Kim returns to his theatrical roots.
Stagebound — Andrew Durand — “Dead Outlaw”
Go behind the scenes with Tony nominee Andrew Durand.
Go behind the scenes with Tony nominee Andrew Durand.
Stagebound — Jasmine Amy Rogers — "BOOP! The Musical"
Step into the spotlight with Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers as she takes on the role of a lifetime.
Step into the spotlight with Tony nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers as she takes on the role of a lifetime.
Taking Note - Julian Rhee
A profile of violinist Julian Rhee, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
A profile of violinist Julian Rhee, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
Taking Note - Balourdet Quartet
A profile of Balourdet Quartet, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
A profile of Balourdet Quartet, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
Taking Note - Njioma Chinyere Grevious
A profile of violinist Njioma Chinyere Grevious, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
A profile of violinist Njioma Chinyere Grevious, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
Taking Note - Sandbox Percussion
A profile of Sandbox Percussion, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
A profile of Sandbox Percussion, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
Taking Note - Clayton Stephenson
A profile of pianist Clayton Stephenson, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
A profile of pianist Clayton Stephenson, winner of a 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant Award.
Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary: Extended Performance
Features an all-star cast at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
Features an all-star cast at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.