Episodes
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Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2024
S51 E26 - 1h 18m
Enjoy the world-renowned Vienna Philharmonic’s annual open-air concert from the gardens of Austria’s Imperial Schönbrunn Palace, featuring Andris Nelsons as guest conductor joined by soprano Lise Davidsen as guest soloist.
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Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary: Extended Performance
S51 E22 - 2h 24m
Directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s 80th Anniversary features an all-star cast at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane, including Michael Ball, Daniel Dae Kim, Maria Friedman, Audra McDonald, Julian Ovenden and more.
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Purlie Victorious
S51 E21 - 1h 45m
The comedic play tells the story of a Black preacher’s scheme to reclaim his inheritance and win back his church from a plantation owner.
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Audra McDonald at the London Palladium
S51 E20 - 1h 22m
The winner of a record-breaking six Tony Awards as well as two Grammy awards and an Emmy, Audra McDonald performs a repertoire of classic Broadway songs, including “I Am What I Am,” “Summertime,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” and many more.
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Hamlet
S51 E19 - 2h 33m
From The Public Theater’s Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park, experience this Shakespearean classic directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon featuring Tony Award nominee Ato Blankson-Wood (“Slave Play”) in the title role and Solea Pfeiffer as Ophelia (“Hadestown”).
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Now Hear This “The Composer is Yoo”
S51 E17 - 54m 24s
Follow host Scott Yoo’s journey to compose a piece of music for the first time. Seeking counsel from other composers, Yoo revisits his heritage in search of ideas, performs landmark pieces for inspiration and ultimately tests his work in progress.
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Now Hear This “Old Friends”
S51 E16 - 53m 54s
Explore how virtuosos become maestros and discover their guiding principles through host Scott Yoo’s long friendships with Grammy winner Yo-Yo Ma, pianist Richard Kogan and violinist Lynn Chang.
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Now Hear This “Virtuosos”
S51 E15 - 53m 24s
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Niccolò Paganini and Robert Johnson, along with stars of today, Augustin Hadelich and Keb Mo. Joined by Cirque du Soleil acrobats, discover the secrets of being a virtuoso.
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Now Hear This “Rising Stars”
S51 E14 - 53m 54s
Visit Julliard Pre-College with Scott Yoo to play with some of tomorrow’s virtuosos and travel to Singapore to meet rising star, Chloe Chua, who reminds Yoo of the dedication and passion required to prepare for a professional career.
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George Jones: Still Playin’ Possum
S51 E11 - 1h 24m
Honor one of the most beloved stars in country music history with this all-star tribute concert featuring Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Wynonna, Jelly Roll, Tanya Tucker, Travis Tritt, Lorrie Morgan, Justin Moore, Trace Adkins and more.
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The LA Phil Celebrates Frank Gehry
S51 E10 - 1h 24m
Celebrate 20 years at Walt Disney Concert Hall with the LA Phil in a tribute to its architect. Led by Gustavo Dudamel, the concert includes a piece composed and conducted by Esa-Pekka Salonen, performances by Herbie Hancock and H.E.R., and more.
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Making Shakespeare: The First Folio
S51 E7 - 1h 53m
Celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s First Folio, which saved 18 plays from being lost. Tracing the First Folio’s story, the film also spotlights how New York City’s Public Theater presents Shakespeare’s work for today’s audiences.
Extras + Features
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Great Performances at the Met: La Rondine Preview
S51 E27 - 30s
Puccini’s love story stars soprano Angel Blue as the French courtesan Magda, opposite tenor Jonathan Tetelman in his Met Opera debut as Ruggero, an idealistic young man who offers her an alternative to her life of excess. Maestro Speranza Scappucci conducts Nicolas Joël’s art deco–inspired staging, which transports audiences from the heart of Parisian nightlife to the French Riviera.
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Angel Blue Performs "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta"
S51 E27 - 1m 29s
Angel Blue sings an excerpt of Magda's Act I aria, "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta" from "La Rondine."
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Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2024 Preview
S51 E26 - 30s
Enjoy the world-renowned Vienna Philharmonic’s annual open-air concert from the gardens of Austria’s Imperial Schönbrunn Palace, featuring Andris Nelsons as guest conductor joined by soprano Lise Davidsen as guest soloist.
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“The Ride of the Valkyries” by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
S51 E26 - 3m 28s
The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra plays “The Ride of the Valkyries” by Richard Wagner from “The Valkyrie.”
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Lise Davidsen Performs "Dich, teure Halle, grüß ich wieder”
S51 E26 - 1m 33s
Lise Davidsen and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra performs "Dich, teure Halle, grüß ich wieder” from “Tannhäuser.”
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Great Performances at the Met: Roméo et Juliette
S51 E25 - 30s
Soprano Nadine Sierra and tenor Benjamin Bernheim portray Shakespeare’s famed star-crossed lovers in Gounod’s adaptation with Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin at the podium. Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher directs and Ryan Speedo Green hosts.
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Nadine Sierra performs "Ah! Je veux vivre"
S51 E25 - 2m 10s
Juliette (Nadine Sierra) performs the Act I aria "Ah! Je veux vivre" in "Roméo et Juliette"
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Lise Davidsen in "La Forza del Destino"
S51 E24 - 1m 52s
Lise Davidsen performs the Act IV aria as Lenora in "La Forza del Destino."
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Great Performances at the Met: La Forza del Destino Preview
S51 E24 - 30s
Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Verdi’s grand tale of love, deadly vendetta, and family strife with soprano Lise Davidsen starring as Leonora, one of the repertory’s most tormented heroines.
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Aigul Akhmetshina Performs "Habanera" from Carmen at the Met
S51 E23 - 1m 34s
Aigul Akhmetshina and the Met Chorus perform "L’amour est un oiseau rebelle," the Act I aria.
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Great Performances at the Met: Carmen Preview
S51 E23 - 30s
Acclaimed English director Carrie Cracknell makes her Met debut, resetting the classic story to the modern day that moves the focus to issues that could not be more relevant today: gendered violence, abusive labor structures, and the desire to break through societal boundaries.
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Broadway Stars' Earliest Memory of Rodgers & Hammerstein
S51 E22 - 1m 59s
Audra McDonald, Michael Ball, Daniel Dae Kim and more discuss their earliest memory of Rodgers & Hammerstein's iconic music.
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