Great Performances

Season 30 (12 Episodes)

49 Seasons 1999 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 30 Episodes:

Episode 6 The Nutcracker

6. The Nutcracker

Aired: Jun 9, 1999

A re-staging of the Royal Ballet's 1985 production, with Anthony Dowell - thi...

Episode 8

8.

Aired: Oct 20, 1999

Episode 9 Kurosawa

9. Kurosawa

Aired: Nov 27, 1999

Adam Low's Kurosawa is a 90-minute documentary that looks at Kurosawa's life ...

Episode 10

10.

Aired: Nov 30, 1999

Episode 11 Romeo and Juliet

11. Romeo and Juliet

Aired: Dec 1, 1999

William Shakespeare's classic tale of passion, rage and the corruption of you...

Info about Great Performances

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres: Music, Musical