
The Hollow Crown: Shakespeare's History Plays
Preview: Season 41 | 1m
A star-studded Shakespeare's “Richard II,” “Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2,” and “Henry V.”
Shakespeare's “Richard II,” “Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2,” and “Henry V” stars a distinguished cast including Ben Whishaw, Jeremy Irons, Tom Hiddleston, Rory Kinnear, Simon Russell Beale, Michelle Dockery, and Patrick Stewart airs September 20 – October 11, 2013.
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The Hollow Crown: Shakespeare's History Plays
Preview: Season 41 | 1m
Shakespeare's “Richard II,” “Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2,” and “Henry V” stars a distinguished cast including Ben Whishaw, Jeremy Irons, Tom Hiddleston, Rory Kinnear, Simon Russell Beale, Michelle Dockery, and Patrick Stewart airs September 20 – October 11, 2013.
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Preview: S41 | 1m | A star-studded Shakespeare's “Richard II,” “Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2,” and “Henry V.” (1m)
Joyce DiDonato Sings Rossini's Joyful Aria "Non più mesta"
Clip: S41 Ep34 | 1m 39s | Joyce DiDonato sings a joyful aria as Angelina in Rossini's La Cenerentola. (1m 39s)
Preview: S41 Ep34 | 39s | Joyce DiDonato sings the title role in Rossini’s Cinderella story. (39s)
Alessandro Corbelli in Rossini's La Cenerentola
Clip: S41 Ep34 | 1m 26s | Alessandro Corbelli sings Don Magnifico's aria in the Rossini opera La Cenerentola. (1m 26s)
Rejoice with Itzhak Perlman and Cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot
Preview: S41 Ep35 | 45s | Hear Itzhak Perlman and Yitzchak Meir Helfgot in liturgical and traditional works. (45s)
Excerpt from “Rejoice”: Yism’Khu (They Shall Rejoice)
Clip: S41 Ep35 | 5m 4s | Violinist Itzhak Perlman and Cantor Helfgot perform the opening song Yism’Khu. (5m 4s)
Excerpt from “Rejoice”: A Yidishe Mame (A Jewish Mother)
Clip: S41 Ep35 | 8m | Itzhak Perlman and Cantor Helfgot perform the popular Yiddish classic “A Yidishe Mame” (8m)
Preview: S41 Ep31 | 39s | James Levine Leads a youthful cast in Mozart’s joyful and heart-rending masterpiece. (39s)
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2014 Preview
Preview: S41 Ep30 | 34s | With piano virtuoso Lang Lang and symphonic poems by Berlioz and Richard Strauss. (34s)
Lang Lang Performs Strauss' Burleske
Clip: S41 Ep30 | 2m 7s | An excerpt of Lang Lang performing a Richard Strauss piece with the Vienna Philharmonic. (2m 7s)
Dudamel Describes the Drama and Genius of Verdi's Requiem
Clip: S41 Ep29 | 2m 59s | Gustavo Dudamel describes the Requiem as passionately as he conducts it. (2m 59s)
Dudamel Conducts the Verdi Requiem at the Hollywood Bowl
Preview: S41 Ep29 | 34s | Celebrating the 200th anniversary of Verdi’s birth with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. (34s)
Preview: S41 Ep28 | 39s | Tenor Jonas Kaufmann stars as the tortured poet in the Met’s new production of Werther. (39s)
Preview: S41 Ep27 | 34s | Franco Zeffirelli’s lavish production is the most-performed opera in Met history. (34s)
Preview: S41 Ep26 | 40s | The epic Prince Igor is performed by the Met for the first time in nearly 100 years. (40s)
Renée Fleming Sings "Song to the Moon" from Rusalka
Clip: S41 Ep24 | 2m 6s | The soprano Renée Fleming sings the aria "Song to the Moon" from the opera Rusalka. (2m 6s)
Preview: S41 Ep24 | 30s | Renée Fleming sings one of her signature roles, the title character in Dvo?ák's Rusalka. (30s)
Rose Adagio Duet from Sleeping Beauty, Act I
Clip: S41 Ep23 | 3m | Matthew Bourne's playful choreography between young lovers, set to Tchaikovsky's music. (3m)
Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty - Preview
Preview: S41 Ep23 | 40s | Choreographer Matthew Bourne gives the classic fairy tale ballet a Gothic spin. (40s)
Matthew Bourne Interview. Creating a New Sleeping Beauty
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Clip: S41 Ep23 | 2m 11s | Dance history and storytelling is important to choreographer Matthew Bourne. (2m 11s)
Clip: S41 Ep14 | 1m 54s | Fairies dance for baby Aurora in Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty. (1m 54s)
The Curse is Broken in Sleeping Beauty
Clip: S41 Ep23 | 2m 12s | Leo awakens the sleeping Aurora with the kiss of true love. (2m 12s)
Casting a Curse in Sleeping Beauty
Clip: S41 Ep23 | 1m 33s | The dark fairy Carabosse casts a curse on baby Aurora. (1m 33s)
Aurora's 100-Year Sleep in Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty
Clip: S41 Ep23 | 2m 20s | Princess Aurora's 100-year slumber becomes restless as it nears the end of its spell. (2m 20s)
Aurora Dances in Her Sleep in "Sleeping Beauty"
Clip: S41 Ep23 | 2m 20s | Princess Aurora's 100-year slumber becomes restless as it nears the end of its spell. (2m 20s)
Preview: S41 Ep22 | 35s | James Levine conducts Verdi’s brilliant final opera, "Falstaff." (35s)
The Dave Clark Five And Beyond - Glad All Over. Film Trailer
Preview: S41 Ep21 | 4m 8s | Part of the British Invasion, The Dave Clark Five helped change the rock scene in America. (4m 8s)
The Dave Clark Five - Glad All Over - Preview
Preview: S41 Ep21 | 30s | Premieres Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings. (30s)
Preview: S41 Ep20 | 35s | Tosca, Puccini’s enduring favorite opera, stars an exceptional trio of singing actors. (35s)
Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers with Edie Brickell
Preview: S41 Ep18 | 33s | A bluegrass concert with Steve Martin, the Steep Canyon Rangers and Edie Brickell. (33s)
The Dukes of September: Preview with Fagen, McDonald, Scaggs
Preview: S41 Ep17 | 34s | Three music legends join forces as an all-star supergroup: The Dukes of September. (34s)
Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration
Preview: S41 Ep19 | 34s | An encore of highlights from 1992’s star-studded tribute to the American music icon. (34s)
Preview: S41 Ep16 | 30s | Shostakovich’s dark comedy "The Nose" stars Tony Award winner Paulo Szot. (30s)
Sting: The Last Ship - Preview
Preview: S41 Ep15 | 30s | Premieres Friday, February 21, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings. (30s)
Sting Performs "The Last Ship" Live at the Public Theater
Clip: S41 Ep15 | 2m 59s | Sting performs the Broadway-bound "The Last Ship" on his birthday at The Public Theater. (2m 59s)
Sting Performs Live: "What Have We Got?" from The Last Ship
Clip: S41 Ep15 | 2m 32s | Sting performs "What Have We Got?" from "The Last Ship," live at the Public Theater. (2m 32s)
Sting Performs Live: "Show Some Respect" from The Last Ship
Clip: S41 Ep15 | Sting performs live: "Show Some Respect" from "The Last Ship," at the Public Theater.
Sting Performs Live: "Shipyard" from The Last Ship
Clip: S41 Ep15 | 2m 27s | Sting and his band and Jimmy Nail perform "Shipyard," introducing the album's characters. (2m 27s)
Highlights from Sting: The Last Ship
Preview: S41 Ep15 | 3m 7s | Watch highlights from Sting's live performance of "The Last Ship" at the Public Theater. (3m 7s)
Preview of National Theatre: 50 Years on Stage
Preview: S41 Ep14 | 50s | Theater legends celebrate the National Theatre's 50th anniversary. (50s)
Judi Dench Sings Sondheim's "Send in the Clowns"
Clip: S41 Ep14 | 2m 23s | Judi Dench sings Stephen Sondheim's “Send in the Clowns” from "A Little Night Music." (2m 23s)
James Corden in "One Man, Two Guvnors"
Clip: S41 Ep14 | 1m 21s | James Corden performs a slapstick scene from "One Man, Two Guvnors." (1m 21s)
Guys and Dolls: "Sit Down, You're Rocking the Boat"
Clip: S41 Ep14 | 3m 12s | Clive Rowe brings down the house with “Sit Down, You’re Rocking the Boat.” (3m 12s)
Benedict Cumberbatch as Rosencrantz in Tom Stoppard Play
Clip: S41 Ep14 | 2m 59s | Benedict Cumberbatch as Rosencrantz in "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead." (2m 59s)
Preview: S41 Ep13 | 30s | Christopher Plummer plays actor John Barrymore in this film adaptation of the play. (30s)
Barrymore Excerpt: Rehearsing "Richard III"
Clip: S41 Ep13 | 2m 54s | Rehearsing "Richard III" (2m 54s)
Barrymore Excerpt: John Barrymore Introduces Himself
Clip: S41 Ep13 | 2m 26s | Christopher Plummer, playing John Barrymore, introduces himself to the audience. (2m 26s)
Preview: S41 Ep12 | 30s | Tchaikovsky’s romantic tragedy stars Anna Netrebko, Mariusz Kwiecien, and Piotr Beczala. (30s)
From Vienna: The New Year’s Celebration 2014 - Preview
Preview: S41 Ep11 | 35s | Julie Andrews hosts this annual New Year's Day celebration with the Vienna Philharmonic. (35s)
Pavarotti: A Voice for the Ages - Preview
Preview: S41 Ep10 | 35s | Some of Pavarotti's finest performances and in duet with pop stars and The Three Tenors. (35s)
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