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.
Great Performances (Season 14)
Episode 1 (Episode 1)
Air date: 1985-03-22
Episode 2 (Episode 2) 8.0
Air date: 1985-04-24
Episode 3 (Episode 3)
Air date: 1985-05-24
The Gospel at Colonus (Episode 4) (Episode 4) 8.0
Air date: 1985-11-08
Runtime: 88 min
Overview: The legendary gospel musical that transforms Sophocles’ timeless tale of the last days of Oedipus into a parable for our times. With its epic poetry and magnificent score, The Gospel at Colonus reminds us that out of the deepest sorrow, the highest and most uplifting hope can emerge.
Episode 5 (Episode 5) 10.0
Air date: 1985-11-25
Episode 6 (Episode 6)
Air date: 1985-11-29
Episode 7 (Episode 7)
Air date: 1985-12-07
