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Artist Spotlight: Brian Jordan Alvarez
Brian Jordan Alvarez discusses how living in isolation in the past year became fuel for his creativity and massive following.
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A Celebration of the Arts
PBS Arts brings communities together nationwide, representing diverse audiences and connecting Americans through rich, educational programming featuring dance, music, theater, writing and more.
PBS Arts brings communities together nationwide, representing diverse audiences and connecting Americans through rich, educational programming featuring dance, music, theater, writing and more.
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Open a Book, Open the World – The Library of Congress National Book Festival
"Open a Book, Open the World" celebrates a sense of renewal and hope.
Open a Book, Open the World – The Library of Congress National Book Festival
Open a Book, Open the World
Spotlight on #PBSForTheArts
Join us as we celebrate the resiliency of the arts in America.
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre Thriving | #PBSForTheArts
Dallas Black Dance Theatre returns live with a premiere at Jacob's Pillow.
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Thriving | #PBSForTheArts
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Creating Drama on Social Media | #PBSForTheArts
Actor and prolific Instagram user Brian Jordan Alvarez is starting drama on social media.
Creating Drama on Social Media | #PBSForTheArts
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Latinx Voices Respond to the Moment | #PBSForTheArts
Latinx artists created timely work under lockdown in response to the pandemic.
Latinx Voices Respond to the Moment | #PBSForTheArts
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New York is Burning | #PBSForTheArts
Works & Process presents "New York is Burning" by Omari Wiles and Les Ballet Afrik.
New York is Burning | #PBSForTheArts
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Extended Preview | #PBSForTheArts
#PBSForTheArts is a multiplatform campaign that celebrates the resiliency of the arts.
Extended Preview | #PBSForTheArts
Official Announcement
#PBSForTheArts
#PBSForTheArts is a multiplatform campaign celebrating the resiliency of the arts in America during the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown and reopening. The campaign features a variety of programming across broadcast and digital platforms to showcase the devastating impact of the pandemic to the arts industry.
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Celebrate the hit musical with this all-star concert version featuring songs from the beloved score.
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In defiance of their families, Romeo and Juliet risk everything to be together.
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Join Maestro Luke Frazier and a star-studded cast for an exciting evening of songs.
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Tony Award nominee Conor McPherson breathes new life into Anton Chekhov’s masterpiece.
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Take a look at how arts organizations nationwide are surviving the pandemic and evolving.
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#PBSForTheArts Artist Spotlight
Each year thousands of people from around the globe visit the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts to experience the Jacob’s Pillow dance festival. Executive and Artistic Director Pamela Tatge spoke to #PBSForTheArts about the organization’s mission, challenges of the past year, and the 89th season.
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Artist Spotlight: Julia Bullock
Julia Bullock on the thrill of performing live, her musical influences, and a long-term career beyond performance.
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Artist Spotlight: Omari Wiles
Omari Wiles, the founding father of House of NiNa Oricci, shares his creative process and how he’s been nurturing his new company.
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Artist Spotlight: Sharon Swab
Sharon talks about the profound experience of fostering two rescue dogs during the pandemic, the impact of COVID-19 safety protocols on film and TV production, and more.
Artist Focus (cont.)
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Artist Spotlight: Donald Lee
Learn more about Donald’s artistry and activism, the projects that have kept him and the HLD dancers inspired during the pandemic, and more.
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Artist Spotlight: Joan Ellison
Singer Joan Ellison talks about her unique concert experiences during the pandemic, her lifelong love of Judy Garland, and more.
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Artist Spotlight: Tory Dobrin
Artistic Director of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, Tory Dobrin, discusses his favorite memories from performing with the Trocks, and more.
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Artist Spotlight: Alexia Sielo Velazquez
Alexia Sielo Velazquez talks about the surprising moments of self-reflection she has experienced during the pandemic, upcoming Women of Color on Broadway projects, and more.
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The world of classical performing arts is brought to the comfort of your living room.
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Great Performances - Verdi’s Requiem: The Met Remembers 9/11
The Met Opera presents a special performance of Verdi Requiem to commemorate 9/11.
Great Performances - Verdi’s Requiem: The Met Remembers 9/11
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Experience the music director of the Metropolitan Opera’s meteoric rise to prominence.
Yannick – An Artist’s Journey
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Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2021
Enjoy the VPO’s annual summer night concert under the direction of Daniel Harding.
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2021
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Enjoy Ravinia Festival’s production of Leonard Bernstein’s musical led by Paulo Szot.
Leonard Bernstein Mass
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Meet some of the nation’s leading cultural creators -- musicians, playwrights, comedians, and more.
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Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.
