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Rufus Wainwright, Thomas Hampson and Kristine Opolais are among those who offer insights and commentary about Maria Callas' 1964 performance in "Tosca" at London's Royal Opera House.

Features extended excerpts from Horowitz's 1986 Moscow concert. Hosted by Peter Gelb, Horowitz's manager at the time of the concert, it includes comments from some of today's musicians.

Celebrating and encouraging films with unique appeal to moviegoers aged 50 and older, and the artists who make them; George Clooney receives the Career Achievement Award.

Beethoven in Beijing spotlights the resurgence of classical music in China through the legacy of the Philadelphia Orchestra, the first American orchestra to perform in China in 1973. Following the end of China's Cultural Revolution, when Western classical music was banned in favor of politically themed works, the onset of "Beethoven fever" began. Narrated by American and Chinese musicians and historians, the film explores the impact of the Philadelphia Orchestra's historic tour on China both then and now. Renowned musicians, including Academy Award-winning composer Tan Dun, Philadelphia-trained famed classical pianist Lang Lang, Philadelphia Orchestra and Metropolitan Opera music director Yannick Nézet-Séguin and more share their stories of how Beethoven's music shaped their careers as China's classical music scene boomed. Featuring archival footage and first-person recollections from American and Chinese musicians, the documentary brings the 1973 visit to life alongside a behind-the-scenes look at present-day tours capturing the dynamism of China, from its new concert halls to its tens of thousands of young musicians.

This stylized film of Shakespeare's masterpiece from the National Theatre celebrates the theatrical imagination. In this contemporary retelling, a company of actors in a shuttered theater (due to the COVID-19 shutdown) bring to life the tale of two young lovers who strive to transcend a world of violence and hate. Josh O'Connor and Jessie Buckley star as Shakespeare's immortal star-crossed lovers.

This story begins as Sonya and her Uncle Vanya throw their lives into maintaining the crumbling family estate occasionally visited by the radical and inspiring local doctor, Astrov. However, when Sonya's father, Professor Serebryakov, suddenly returns with his restless, alluring new wife, Yelena, long-hidden truths begin to emerge.

This concert honors the early years of Fleetwood Mac and founding member Peter Green. It features various artists including Pete Townshend, Billy Gibbons, Steven Tyler, David Gilmore, Noel Gallagher, Christine McVie, and more. Broadcast from the London Palladium.

Enjoy the songs of the beloved tenor's 2020 album recorded on location in Malta. Selections performed include "Gratia Plena," a duet with Cecilia Bartoli, and new interpretations of "Ave Maria" and Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah."

The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra performs selections by Strauss, Wagner, Offenbach, Puccini and more from the Schonbrunn Palace Gardens; with tenor Jonas Kaufmann.

Gloria Estefan journeys through three of Brazil's most influential cities, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Salvador, with Estefan as narrator and host, discussing the history of Samba and its many variations. Featuring regional celebrities like Maria Rita, Carlinhos Brown and Jorge Arãgo, the documentary looks at the African origins of Brazilian music and specific sites that have inspired artists.

Host Sheila E. joins us in celebrating the rhythms of Latin music with the Raices Jazz Orchestra and performances by GRAMMY-winning artists including Richard Bona and Anaadi. This program is a co-presentation of Great Performances and the Latino Public Broadcasting VOCES, which is PBS' signature Latino arts and culture documentary showcase and the only ongoing national television series devoted to exploring and celebrating the rich diversity of the Latino cultural experience.

Celebrities including Carol Burnett, Liza Minnelli and Dick Van Dyke provide a glimpse inside Broadway, from 1959 to the early 1980s.

Enjoy the Vienna Philharmonic's annual summer night concert with pianist Igor Levit under the direction of guest conductor Daniel Harding at Austria's Schönbrunn Palace. Musical selections: 1. Overture to "The Sicilian Vespers" (Giuseppe Verdi). 2. Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43 (Sergei Rachmaninoff). 3. Für Elise (Ludwig van Beethoven). 4. Symphonic Dances from "West Side Story", including "Prologue," "Somewhere," "Scherzo," "Mambo" (Leonard Bernstein). 5. Prelude to "The Afternoon of a Faun" (Claude Debussy). 6. "Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity" from "The Planets," Symphonic Suite, Op. 32 (Gustav Holst). 7. Viennese Spirit Waltz (Johann Strauss II).

This documentary film tells the story of French Canadian-born conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin's rise from a child prodigy to one of the most acclaimed and sought-after music directors of his generation. In 2018, the young pianist and conductor stepped into one of the most high-profile roles in all of music: Music Director of the Metropolitan Opera. Great Performances' 'Yannick - An Artist's Journey' follows Nézet-Séguin on his journey from a 10-year-old budding conductor to the pinnacle of the opera world, capturing the creative process and what it means to refine the soul of an artist.

Matthew Bourne's the Red Shoes: This ballet is a tale of obsession, possession and one girl's dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a battleground between the two men who inspire her passion.

Violinist Scott Yoo and fellow musicians undertake a recording of Beethoven's most personal music at a historic manor in the Berkshires.

Experience a concert of works by legendary composer John Williams from Boston Symphony Orchestra's summer home at Tanglewood including Williams' new violin concerto performed by virtuoso Anne-Sophie Mutter, as well as performances of Aaron Copland's "Quiet City," Igor Stravinsky's Suite from "The Firebird" and "Starburst" by Jessie Montgomery, composer-violinist-educator and Chicago Symphony Orchestra's newest composer-in-residence.

The opening night of the San Francisco Symphony's 110th season features music by John Adams, Esperanza Spalding and Wayne Shorter and performances by Alonzo King LINES Ballet.

When everyone in town falls under the spell of charismatic cosmetic surgeon Doctor Coppelius, feisty Swan must save her sweetheart Franz before his heart is used to spark life into Coppelia, the robot-woman the Doctor has created. A full cast and crew listing can be seen here: Coppelia (2021)