PBS Arts
Celebrate the art, music, literature, and theatre that shapes our culture.
Celebrate the art, music, literature, and theatre that shapes our culture. PBS Arts highlights musical performances, artist biographies, art history documentaries and more.
Celebrate the art, music, literature, and theatre that shapes our culture. PBS Arts highlights musical performances, artist biographies, art history documentaries and more.
HOPPER: An American love story
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
HOPPER: An American love story
Smokey Robinson Performs “Tracks of My Tears”
Enjoy “Tracks of My Tears,” performed by Smokey Robinson at 2024’s "A Capitol Fourth."
Smokey Robinson Performs “Tracks of My Tears”
Audra McDonald at the London Palladium
Audra McDonald performs a repertoire of classic Broadway songs at the London Palladium.
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Local Arts Spotlight
The Music Maker | Classic Across Indiana
Saxophonist Jimmy Coe's fantastic journey from high school grad to jazz legend.
The Music Maker | Classic Across Indiana
Historian Rea Ferguson uncovers the hidden Black history of Indiana's rural communities.
Under Cover
Discover why the Brush Master continues to hand paint signs for Indianapolis businesses.
The Brush Master
Since 1964, Indianapolis neighbors celebrate one family’s brave escape from abuse.
Rasheeda's Freedom Day
Discover how the Propylaeum has evolved to meet the needs of Indianapolis women.
The Indianapolis Propylaeum
Indy's Teeny Statue of Liberty Museum
Owner Tim Harmon has a huge collection of tiny collectibles, all featuring Lady Liberty.
Indy's Teeny Statue of Liberty Museum
When We Dance: The Life-Changing Work of Kids Dance Outreach
Since 2012, Kids Dance Outreach has served more than 19,000 school-age children.
When We Dance: The Life-Changing Work of Kids Dance Outreach
Indianapolis based singer songwriter Crescent Ulmer is our November Small Studio artist.
Crescent Ulmer
Jazz Documentaries & Concerts
Explore the history of jazz or kick back with jazz icons like Louis Armstrong and Ron Carter.
Ron Carter: Finding the Right Notes
Ron Carter: Finding the Right Notes
An intimate portrait of the quiet genius who brought the upright bass into the spotlight.
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Ron Carter: Finding the Right Notes
Rejoice in an epic hour with R&B/jazz/gospel musician Jon Batiste.
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Jon Batiste
JAZZ begins in New Orleans, nineteenth century America's most cosmopolitan city.
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Gumbo
A look at Charlie Parker’s life and legacy in Kansas City.
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Bird: Not Out Of Nowhere
"Wheel Within A Wheel" - Bobby Watson Quartet
Full unedited performance not seen in the film.
"Wheel Within A Wheel" - Bobby Watson Quartet
Gregory Porter delivers a poignant performance of his song "On My Way to Harlem."
"On My Way To Harlem"
How Charlie Parker Changed Jazz Forever
Charlie Parker, a legendary jazz musician, influenced bebop, jazz, and many genres today.
How Charlie Parker Changed Jazz Forever
Jason Moran and Christian McBride perform their version of "What a Wonderful World."
"What a Wonderful World"
Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: A Swingin’ Sesame Street Celebration
A Swingin’ Sesame Street Celebration
Enjoy the music of "Sesame Street" with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: A Swingin’ Sesame Street Celebration
A Swingin’ Sesame Street Celebration
Renowned jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman performs songs from his new album, where are we.
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Joshua Redman where are we
The Kennedy Center celebrates jazz icon and social activist Charles Mingus at 100.
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Let My Children Hear Mingus
Continuum: Jason Moran & Christian McBride
Jason Moran and Christian McBride perform as they elevate and uphold the jazz tradition.
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Continuum: Jason Moran & Christian McBride
"Tradewinds" is an intimate portrait of the life of CHamoru jazz pianist, Patrick Palomo.
Tradewinds
Jazz Conversations - Alvin Queen
Tessil Collins spoke with drummer Alvin Queen his home in Geneva, Switzerland.
Jazz Conversations - Alvin Queen
Robert Glasper / DOMi & JD Beck
Grammy-winning Robert Glasper and duo DOMi & JD BECK bring next-generation jazz to ACL.
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Robert Glasper / DOMi & JD Beck
Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery
Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery
Discover the story of Wes Montgomery - a legendary jazz guitarist from Indiana.
Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery
Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery
23-Year-Old Grammy Winner Samara Joy Is the Future of Jazz
Jazz singer Samara Joy discusses what it was like to win her first Grammy.
23-Year-Old Grammy Winner Samara Joy Is the Future of Jazz
Music Icons in Concert
Watch world-renowned musicians and singers live in concert.
Black Artist Visionaries
Explore shows about pioneering black artists
Can't-Miss Performances
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GOSPEL Live! Presented by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. honors Gospel music in America.
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'Lookingglass Alice' is an exciting acrobatic adaptation of 'Alice In Wonderland.'
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Tony® Award-winner Lea Salonga and renowned actor Sir David Suchet shine in this holiday special.
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Experience Shakespeare’s tragedy recorded from Central Park starring Danai Gurira in the title role.
Artist Biographies
Shows and documentaries that explore famous artists.
Art History & Music Documentaries
Explore the history of art, music and culture through these great shows and documentaries.
Now Hear This | A mini-series from Great Performances
Follow Scott Yoo as he chases the secret histories of some of the greatest music ever written.
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Now Hear This “The Composer is Yoo”
Follow host Scott Yoo’s journey to compose a piece of music for the first time.
Explore how virtuosos become maestros, featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Lynn Chang and more.
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Now Hear This “Old Friends”
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Niccolò Paganini and Robert Johnson.
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Now Hear This “Virtuosos”
Visit Julliard Pre-College with Scott Yoo to play with some of tomorrow’s virtuosos.
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Now Hear This “Rising Stars”
Now Hear This “Albéniz: Portraits of Spain”
Discover the inspirations Spain provided composer Isaac Albéniz with host Scott Yoo.
Now Hear This “Albéniz: Portraits of Spain”
Now Hear This “Andy Akiho Found (his) Sound”
Experience the creation of music from this Japanese American composer with host Scott Yoo.
Now Hear This “Andy Akiho Found (his) Sound”
Now Hear This “Schumann: Genius and Madness”
Visit Scotland, Germany and France with host Scott Yoo.
Now Hear This “Schumann: Genius and Madness”
Now Hear This “Piazzolla’s History with Tango”
Tango to Buenos Aires, Argentina, with host Scott Yoo.
Now Hear This “Piazzolla’s History with Tango”
Now Hear This "New American Voices"
Scott Yoo explores the work of two new American composers, Sergio Assad and Reena Esmail.
Now Hear This "New American Voices"
Now Hear This "Aaron Copland: Dean of American Music"
Scott Yoo explores the life and work of Aaron Copland.
Now Hear This "Aaron Copland: Dean of American Music"
Now Hear This "Florence Price and the American Migration"
Host Scott Yoo follows the trail of the great African American composer Florence Price.
Now Hear This "Florence Price and the American Migration"
Now Hear This "Amy Beach: American Romantic"
Host Scott Yoo explores the musical influences of American composer Amy Beach.
Now Hear This "Amy Beach: American Romantic"
Now Hear This "Beethoven's Ghost"
Go inside the mind of Beethoven as Scott Yoo seeks to make a recording of his music.
Now Hear This "Beethoven's Ghost"
Featured from American Masters
Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.
Tyrus Wong's pioneering artwork led to iconic works like Bambi and Rebel Without a Cause.
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Tyrus
Explore the life of artist Keith Haring who revolutionized pop culture and fine art.
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Keith Haring: Street Art Boy
Discover Augusta Savage's legacy as a Harlem Renaissance sculptor and art activist.
Searching for Augusta Savage
HOPPER: An American love story
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
HOPPER: An American love story
José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco led a life filled with drama, adversity & triumph.
José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Experience the meteoric rise and enduring legacy of Little Richard.
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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Caribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.
Walshy Fire: Pull Up
Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On
A lyrical exploration of the life and work of Mexican-American poet Alejandro Jimenez.
Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On
Follow two performers as they break down barriers in opera and country music.
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In The Making
See how Cesar Chavez and the farmworkers’ movement were influenced by music and the arts.
A Song for Cesar
Discover music icon Roberta Flack’s rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism.
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Roberta Flack
James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
An encore of James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket (original broadcast August 14, 1989)
James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
Spotlight on American Experience
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE brings to life the compelling stories from our past!
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Explore the culture war that erupted over the spectacular rise of disco music.
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The War on Disco
Zora Neale Hurston: Claiming A Space
The influential author and anthropologist whose work reclaimed and honored Black life.
Zora Neale Hurston: Claiming A Space
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
French music producer Henri Belolo tells the origin story of the Village People.
From the Vault: Henri Belolo
Articles & Interviews
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The Dazzling, Daring History of Disco
Take a journey into the heart of disco to learn where this genre came from, where it went and how it’s still impacting the world today.
AMERICAN MASTERS
How does art help communicate the climate crisis?
Through paintings, watercolors and other mediums, artists and scientists are creatively addressing the impacts of climate change.
THE EXPRESS WAY
5 Artists Showcasing the Art's Transformative Power
New docuseries showcases Dulé Hill touring America finding artists who use creative expression for positive change.
GREAT PERFORMANCES
Kenny Leon on Hamlet, Directing, And More
We spoke with Tony-winning director Kenny Leon of both "Hamlet" and "Purlie Victorious" about the similarities between the two shows and how he approached them.
Quick Brushstrokes
Short dives on artists and artistic endeavors.
Native American actress Lily Gladstone reflects on her origins and acting in Hollywood.
Lily Gladstone: Far Out There
The Art of Home: A Wind River Story
Native artists from the Wind River Reservation discuss dance, beadwork and more.
The Art of Home: A Wind River Story
"Makes Me Feel Beautiful"
A Nationwide Look at Contemporary Art
The curators at Crystal Bridges begin a 10-month journey in search of American artists.
A Nationwide Look at Contemporary Art
Twyla Tharp on the Value of a Dancer’s Individuality
Twyla Tharp discusses the moment she knows when she wants to work with a dancer.
Twyla Tharp on the Value of a Dancer’s Individuality
How Storytelling Endures In the South
The creators explore Southern culture and how storytelling remains vital in the South.
How Storytelling Endures In the South
Translating Shakespeare into ASL
Monique Holt explains how she translates Shakespeare into ASL.
Translating Shakespeare into ASL
The Halluci Nation Puts a New Spin On a Traditional Beat
The Halluci Nation performs "R.E.D.," "Stay," and "Sisters" in this extended performance.
The Halluci Nation Puts a New Spin On a Traditional Beat
A (Short) History of Tango in Buenos Aires
Learn about the history of tango in Buenos Aires.
A (Short) History of Tango in Buenos Aires
Nathaniel Mary Quinn Talks the Inspiration for His Art
Artist Nathaniel Mary Quinn talks with Misty Copeland about the vision behind his works.
Nathaniel Mary Quinn Talks the Inspiration for His Art
Featured from PBS NewsHour: Beyond the Canvas
Meet some of the nation’s leading cultural creators -- musicians, playwrights, comedians, and more.
Art in the Twenty-First Century
Art21 showcases today's contemporary visual artists and their groundbreaking creations.
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Contemporary artists use history, science and politics as the raw material for potent art.
Bodies of Knowledge
Four contemporary artists breathe new life into humanity's artforms, icons and monuments.
Everyday Icons
Featuring artists Tanya Aguiñiga, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, Richard Misrach, and Postcommodity
Borderlands
Feat. Creative Growth Art Center, Katy Grannan, Lynn Hershman Leeson, & Stephanie Syjuco.
San Francisco Bay Area
Craft in America
Unearth the splendor of American culture crafts and the people behind the artistry.
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DEMOCRACY explores how craft is intertwined with our nation’s defining principles.
DEMOCRACY episode
NEIGHBORS explores connections between Mexico and the United States through craft.
NEIGHBORS episode
Artists committed to sharing their skills and passion for craft with students of all ages
TEACHERS episode
Discover the role craft plays in our winter holiday traditions, rituals, and festivities.
CELEBRATION episode
Featuring finely crafted handmade instruments and the world renowned artists who play them
MUSIC episode
Documenting craft and the military and the power of the handmade to inspire and heal
SERVICE episode
See the work of metalsmiths who create powerful art from jewelry to monumental sculpture.
FORGE episode
Many craft artists go beyond skill to personal and political expression in "Messages."
MESSAGES episode
