Great Performances

Season 27 (5 Episodes)

49 Seasons 1996 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 27 Episodes:

Episode 1 Carnegie Hall Opening Night 1998

1. Carnegie Hall Opening Night 1998

Aired: Jan 1, 1996

Episode 2 Zizi je t'aime

2. Zizi je t'aime

Aired: Mar 2, 1996

Episode 3

Aired: Apr 3, 1996

Episode 4 Pavarotti & Friends for the Children of Liberia

4. Pavarotti & Friends for the Children of Liberia

Aired: Dec 2, 1996

Episode 5 A Streetcar Named Desire

5. A Streetcar Named Desire

Aired: Dec 10, 1996

Disturbed Blanche DuBois moves in with her sister in New Orleans and is torme...

Great Performances Season 27 Videos

GREAT PERFORMANCES | Official Trailer: Indecent | PBS

Info about Great Performances

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres: Music, Musical