PBS Arts
Celebrate the art, music, literature, and theatre that has shaped our culture.
From musical performances and artist biographies to art history documentaries and Bob Ross episodes, PBS Arts honors the work that brings communities together nationwide and represents diverse audiences with rich, educational programming featuring dance, music, theater, writing, and more.
From musical performances and artist biographies to art history documentaries and Bob Ross episodes, PBS Arts honors the work that brings communities together nationwide and represents diverse audiences with rich, educational programming featuring dance, music, theater, writing, and more.
Twelve of America's most innovative artists rise to the challenge of our current moment.
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My Music with Rhiannon Giddens
Rhiannon Giddens shares songs and conversation with outstanding guest performers.
My Music with Rhiannon Giddens
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Can't-Miss Performances
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Experience a unique interpretation of Gloria Steinem’s life starring Christine Lahti.
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The Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra lifts spirits with music at The Kennedy Center.
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Celebrate the re-launch of live, in-person performing arts, hosted by Audra McDonald.
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The Chamber Music Society returns for its first concert since the start of the pandemic.
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Three Broadway favorites headline a brand-new PBS concert series.
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An Italian opera company restages an oratorio last performed in 1826.
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Featured from American Masters
Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.
Sydney G. James: How We See Us
Artist Sydney G. James’ bold brush strokes address racial injustice in her native Detroit.
Sydney G. James: How We See Us
Native American actress Lily Gladstone reflects on her origins and acting in Hollywood.
Lily Gladstone: Far Out There
Discover music icon Roberta Flack’s rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism.
Roberta Flack
Explore Nobel Prize winner Saul Bellow's impact on American literature.
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The Adventures of Saul Bellow
Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On
See the story of the Indigenous singer-songwriter, social activist, educator and artist.
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Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On
Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
Explore the life of the famous singer who became an icon for the civil rights movement.
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Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road
Explore the life of the legendary singer, songwriter and co-founder of The Beach Boys.
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Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road
Art History Documentaries
Explore the history of art and culture through these great shows and documentaries.
Spotlight on American Experience
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE brings to life the compelling stories from our past!
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The life of singer Marian Anderson and her triumphant 1939 concert at the Lincoln Memorial
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Voice of Freedom
Eugene O'Neill: Playwright and Nobel laureate
Pulitzer prize winner & Nobel laureate, Eugene O’Neill revolutionized the American stage.
Eugene O'Neill: Playwright and Nobel laureate
Watch chapter 1 of War of the Worlds, premiering on PBS October 29, 2013 at 9/8c.
War of the Worlds Chapter 1
Artist Biographies
Shows and documentaries that explore famous artists.
Featured from PBS NewsHour: Beyond the Canvas
Meet some of the nation’s leading cultural creators -- musicians, playwrights, comedians, and more.
