In Memoriam: Jac Venza
About the Episode
Great Performances mourns the passing of its founding Executive Producer, Jac Venza, who was one of pioneering leaders of American public media for over three decades, and a major force in harnessing the power of television to achieve international recognition for America’s leading performing artists.
Aired:
05/29/24
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Extras
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Hamlet and His Relationships
The cast of Hamlet discuss what shapes their characters' interactions with one another.14:09 -
Hamlet in Today's World
The cast of Hamlet discuss what it means to bring the story of Hamlet into the modern day.8:17 -
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A Star-Studded Performance of "Edelweiss"
The cast of "Rodgers and Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary" perform "Edelweiss."2:28 -
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Sneak Peek at Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary
Enjoy a sneak peek from the star-studded concert.0:30 -
Great Performances at the Met: Nabucco Preview
Ancient Babylon comes to life in this production of Verdi’s early masterpiece.0:30 -
What is Audra McDonald's Connection to "Cornet Man"?
Audra McDonald performs "Cornet Man" and explains her special connection to the song.3:34 -
Audra McDonald Performs "I Could Have Danced All Night"
Audra McDonald performs "I Could Have Danced All Night" from "My Fair Lady."2:33
