WMHT Presents the PBS Fall Arts Festival
This fall, WMHT and PBS are bringing the arts into your living room with a world-class new performance or groundbreaking film debut every Friday night. We'll also be highlighting several local arts organizations along the way to showcase the cornucopia of artistic endeavors taking place in our own region. See the schedule of special Friday night programs below, all of which begin at 9 p.m. on WMHT-TV.
The Guthrie Theater Presents H.M.S. Pinafore
October 14
Gilbert and Sullivan's classic comes to life in this spectacular new production.
American Masters: Pearl Jam Twenty
October 21
Cameron Crowe presents the definitive portrait of a great American rock band.
Videos: • Preview | • Band's Formation | • Writing 'Daughter' | • Name Change
Great Performances: Miami City Ballet Dances Balanchine and Tharp
October 28
One of America's finest companies performs an impressive dance trio.
Videos: • Preview | • Video: Miami City Ballet Artistic Director Edward Villella
Give Me the Banjo
November 4
Steve Martin narrates an exploration of the roots of America's quintessential instrument.
American Masters: Bill T. Jones - A Good Man
November 11
Follow award-winning director/choreographer Bill T. Jones's intense creative journey.
Videos: • Preview | • Bill T. Jones on His Work and the Film
Women Who Rock
November 18
This film traces the mark women have made their mark on America's soundtrack.
Great Performances: Il Postino
November 25
Placido Domingo and the L.A. Opera perform in this new romantic opera.
Great Performances: The Little Mermaid
December 16
The San Francisco Ballet performs Hans Christian Andersen's haunting tale of love.
• Watch: 'Mother Judge' Isachsen
• Watch: Jackson on Glimmerglass
• Watch: Limoli on Skidmore Dance
• Watch: Philip Morris on MoHu Fest
• Watch: Kevin Carlon on the Palace
• Watch: Ellen Sinopoli on Dance
• Watch: Peter Lesser on 'The Egg'
• Watch: Ella Baff on Jacob's Pillow
Check back soon for more interviews.