Classical Music/Opera
- Anatomy of the Instrument
A guide to the numerous components that makeup the violin and bow. (Flash plug-in required)
- Essential Renée Fleming
Find career highlights, CD recommendations, and links to previous GP shows starring the internationally renowned soprano.
- Keeping Score: MTT on Music
Delve into the life of Tchaikovsky and learn about his Fourth Symphony as well as the rudiments of classical music. (Flash plug-in required)
- "The Merry Widow" Wallpaper
Personalize your desktop with wallpaper from the SFO production of the Lehár favorite.
- Name That Strauss Tune
How well do you know the works of Johann Strauss, Jr.? Test your knowledge with this audio game. (Flash plug-in required)
- Name That Tune
See if you can identify the songs from Bernstein's "West Side Story" included in violinist Joshua Bell's "West Side Story Suite." (Flash plug-in required)
- Opera Basics
Browse a guide to the operatic voice that uses video excerpts to illustrate the six major vocal categories. (Flash plug-in required)
- Rising Star
Watch a video, download a wallpaper image for your desktop, and browse career milestones as well as a biography of the singing sensation Josh Groban.
- The Romeo & Juliet Companion
Read a story synopsis and character guide for the new film adaptation of the Gounod opera.
Musical Theater
- "Candide" Companion
Find a synopsis of the "comic operetta," a biography of its composer, a guide to the main characters, and video excerpts from the semistaged production.
- The Crossover Artists
Peruse photos and short biographies of 14 pioneering artists of American popular entertainment during the first half of the 20th century.
- Encyclopedia of Composers & Songwriters
A compendium of notable composers and songwriters of American musicals whose work is featured in many programs on the series.
- "Kiss Me, Kate" Slideshow
Take an impromptu visual tour of the 1999 revival of the Cole Porter musical, featuring the cast from the London production.
- An "Oklahoma!" Primer
An explanation of why "Oklahoma!" was such an important musical by theater professor and author Thomas Hischak.
- "The Producers" Scrapbook
Highlights of some of the key events on the production's road from movie to theater phenomenon.
Regional Performance
- Bluegrass Timeline
Discover some of the key events in the history of bluegrass and listen to audio excerpts of "Feast Here Tonight," "Banks of the Ohio," and "Katy Hill."
- Celebrating 30 Years of Great Performances
See what programs have been broadcast on the series over the past three decades through this illustrated guide.
- A Celebration in Song: Musical Highlights
Watch video excerpts from the GP 30th anniversary special, including performances by Julie Andrews, Andrea Bocelli, Itzhak Perlman, and Vanessa Williams.
- Enveloped in Sound
Find out how the Walt Disney Concert Hall's architectural elements affect its acoustics through this audio slide show.
- Lennon's Musical Inspiration
Meet some of the American singers and songwriters whose records were found in John Lennon's jukebox and who influenced his musical style.
- Meet the Tenors
Get an introduction to Victor Trent Cook, Rodrick Dixon, and Thomas Young through biographies, performance excerpts, and a concert photo gallery. (Flash plug-in required)
- Remembering George
Read the many thoughtful tributes fans sent in about George Harrison and learn more about his life and career.
- Rod Stewart Video Jukebox
Find video excerpts from the singer's Royal Albert Hall concert, which included his hits from the '60s, '70s, and '80s as well as new favorites.
- Send in the Clown
Explore a timeline of key moments in Bill Irwin's career, including two animations that highlight his stint as playwright-in-residence at the Signature Theatre Company.
- Slideshow
Browse photos from the day-long Crossroads Guitar Festival held in Chicago in July 2007.
Cinema/Dance
- Akira Kurosawa: Essential Films
Film historian and author Stephen Prince recommends the seven films by Akira Kurosawa that are essential to see.
- Dance Timeline
A chronicle of the important events in the history of modern dance, focusing on the contributions of African-American dancers and choreographers.
- "The Dream"
See the stars of the American Ballet Theatre's production of "The Dream" float across your screen when you download this screensaver.
- Degas and the Dance Timeline
Discover the world of dancers at the Paris Opéra as rendered by Edgar Degas in this timeline that also offers audio excerpts from the award-winning film.
- Hula Gestures
A demonstration of hula gestures by teacher Luana Haraguchi.
- Meet the Leading Men
Find photos, a biography, and a performance excerpt of ABT stars Jose Manuel Carreño, Angel Corella, Vladimir Malakhov, and Ethan Stiefel.
- Nureyev Quiz
Test your knowledge of the iconic dancer's early life and remarkable career.
- On the Set of THE MISFITS
Peruse nearly 100 photographs from the film set taken by some of the most notable photographers of the 20th century.
- The "Othello" Companion
Read a brief description of each act, watch a video excerpt, and learn who dances each of the principal roles in this production of "Othello."
- That's Dancin': Fosse on Broadway
Production information, synopses, a selected cast list, and a catalogue of major songs and dances from the Broadway musicals of Bob Fosse are included in this guide.