Great Performances

★ 5.8 /10 22 votes

January 28, 1971 51 Seasons 679 Episodes Returning Series TV-G

Overview

The best in the performing arts from across America and around the world including a diverse programming portfolio of classical music, opera, popular song, musical theater, dance, drama, and performance documentaries.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1971 • 4 Episodes

Season 2

1972 • 3 Episodes

Season 3

1974 • 10 Episodes

Season 4

1975 • 7 Episodes

Season 5

1976 • 8 Episodes

Season 6

1977 • 4 Episodes

Season 7

1978 • 4 Episodes

Season 8

1979 • 1 Episode

Season 9

1980 • 3 Episodes

Season 10

1981 • 6 Episodes

Season 11

1982 • 1 Episode

Season 12

1983 • 9 Episodes

Season 13

1985 • 5 Episodes

Season 14

1985 • 7 Episodes

Season 15

1986 • 5 Episodes

Season 16

1987 • 11 Episodes

Season 17

1988 • 6 Episodes

Season 18

1989 • 9 Episodes

Season 19

1990 • 6 Episodes

Season 20

1991 • 7 Episodes

Season 21

1992 • 9 Episodes

Season 23

1993 • 15 Episodes

Season 25

1994 • 9 Episodes

Season 26

1995 • 11 Episodes

Season 27

1996 • 5 Episodes

Season 28

1997 • 10 Episodes

28th season of a TV series dedicated to the Arts featuring live performances

Season 29

1998 • 13 Episodes

Season 30

1999 • 12 Episodes

Season 31

2000 • 7 Episodes

TV series dedicated to the Arts featuring live performances

Season 32

2001 • 14 Episodes

Season 33

2002 • 9 Episodes

Season 34

2005 • 12 Episodes

Season 35

2004 • 15 Episodes

Season 36

2008 • 12 Episodes

Season 37

2009 • 14 Episodes

Season 38

2010 • 22 Episodes

Season 39

2011 • 24 Episodes

Season 40

2012 • 18 Episodes

Season 41

2013 • 32 Episodes

Season 42

2014 • 23 Episodes

Season 43

2015 • 16 Episodes

Season 44

2016 • 27 Episodes

Season 45

2017 • 28 Episodes

Season 46

2018 • 29 Episodes

Season 47

2019 • 30 Episodes

Season 48

2020 • 31 Episodes

Season 49

2021 • 33 Episodes

Season 50

2022 • 24 Episodes

Season 51

2023 • 22 Episodes

Season 52

2024 • 24 Episodes

Season 53

2025 • 13 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Network
                                    PBS
                                

                                    Type
                                    Scripted
                                

                                    Rating
                                    5.8/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United States of America
                                

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Cast & Crew

Bray Poor

Narrator (voice)

Julie Andrews

Self

Hugh Bonneville

Self

Scott Yoo

Self

Plácido Domingo

Self

Tony Bennett

Self

Betty Comden

Self

Renée Fleming

Self

Geraldine Fitzgerald

Essie Miller

Blythe Danner

Self

John Cullum

Self

Frederica von Stade

Self

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Great Performances about?

How many seasons does Great Performances have?

Great Performances has 51 seasons with 679 episodes.

When did Great Performances premiere?

Great Performances premiered on January 28, 1971.

Is Great Performances still running?

Yes, Great Performances is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Where can I watch Great Performances?

Great Performances originally aired on PBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.

What is the rating of Great Performances?

Great Performances has a rating of 5.8/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is Great Performances?

Great Performances is classified as Comedy, Documentary, Drama.