Great Performances

Season 15 (5 Episodes)

49 Seasons 1986 TV-G 3h 00m 7.9

Filmed and televised versions of theater productions, such as plays, musicals, operas, ballets, and concerts from around the world.

"You Can't Take It With You" is hailed one of the greatest revivals and filmed plays for PBS television. David Woods brought stunning charm, humor, and time to this Moss Hart masterpiece. Jason Robards, Jr. gave the collective performance of his career. Colleen Dewhurst perfection, Elizabeth Wilson superior, a joyous ensemble.

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Season 15 Episodes:

Episode 1 Monsignor Quixote

1. Monsignor Quixote

Aired: Feb 7, 1986

In this modern adaptation of the Don Quixote theme based on a novel by Graham...

Episode 2 The Comedy of Errors

2. The Comedy of Errors

Aired: Mar 7, 1986

Episode 3

Aired: Mar 14, 1986

Episode 4

Aired: Oct 17, 1986

Episode 5

Aired: Nov 28, 1986

Main Cast

Bray Poor Narrator (voice)

Alec Guinness Father Quixote

Leo McKern Sancho Zancas

Ian Richardson Bishop of Motopo

Graham Crowden The Bishop

Maurice Denham Senor Diego

Appearances

Great Performances Season 15 Videos

GREAT PERFORMANCES | Official Trailer: Indecent | PBS

Info about Great Performances

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres: Music, Musical