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Great Performances

Great Performances

1971Returning SeriesNext: Feb 2251 Seasons673 Episodes5.8TMDB
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The best in the performing arts from across America and around the world including a diverse programming portfolio of classical music, opera, popular song, musical theater, dance, drama, and performance documentaries.

Season 37 Episodes

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Episode 1: Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic

Oct 21, 2009

Considered the most dynamic young conductor in classical music since Bernstein, 28-year-old Gustavo Dudamel begins his tenure as Music Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in fall 2009. In this program, learn more about Dudamel, the LA Philharmonic, composer John Adams, and see a movement from John Adams' "City Noir" and Mahler's "Symphony No. 1 in D major" performed at his inaugural concert.

Episode 2: Andrea Bocelli & David Foster: My Christmas

Dec 2, 2009

Everyone’s favorite “Hitman” David Foster joins Great Performances superstar Andrea Bocelli for a new Christmas concert of holiday classics airing on Thanksgiving night. Showcasing Bocelli’s unmistakable soaring vocals are lush new arrangements infused with the distinctive Foster touch. The inspiring concert performance, recorded at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles.

Episode 3: Michael Bublé Meets Madison Square Garden

Mar 5, 2010

Multi-Grammy-winning phenomenon Michael Bublé returns to public television in Michael Bublé Meets Madison Square Garden, a musical concert that captures the star in a trademark, high-octane performance. Recorded at New York City’s famed arena, this program’s highlights include a show-stopping collection of Bublé’s hits not included on the DVD release.

Episode 4: Hamlet

Apr 28, 2010

Shakespeare's immortal "To be, or not to be" takes on a whole new meaning (and medium) as classical stage and screen actors David Tennant and (recently-knighted) Sir Patrick Stewart reprise their roles for a modern-dress, film-for-television adaptation of the Royal Shakespeare Company's (RSC) 2008 stage production of Hamlet.

Episode 5: Renee Fleming & Dmitri Hvorostovsky

Sep 1, 2010

Shakespeare's immortal "To be, or not to be" takes on a whole new meaning (and medium) as classical stage and screen actors David Tennant and (recently-knighted) Sir Patrick Stewart reprise their roles for a modern-dress, film-for-television adaptation of the Royal Shakespeare Company's (RSC) 2008 stage production of Hamlet.

Episode 11: Dance in America NY Export Opus Jazz

Mar 24, 2010

Jerome Robbins' urban ballet, set to a jazz score by Robert Prince, was originally performed in 1958. This film adaptation was shot in locations around New York City. Included is a 10-minute documentary about the origin and history of the work.

Season 37 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Great Performances Season 37 premiere?

Great Performances Season 37 premiered on October 21, 2009.

How many episodes are in Great Performances Season 37?

Great Performances Season 37 has 14 episodes.

What is the first episode of Great Performances Season 37?

The season opens with Season 37 Episode 1, "Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic". It aired on October 21, 2009.

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