Arts and Culture

Watch dramatic re-creations that bring to life the story of the Egyptian empire.

Tune in for programs featuring some of the old west's most facinating historical figures including Billy the Kid and Doc Holliday.

Here's that blog I mentioned.

WXXI President & CEO Norm Silverstein and WXXI board member Mark Cleary discuss the recent affiliation between WXXI and the Little.

From Over the Rainbow to Under the Sea, the musical Hollywood Sings explores the history of motion pictures through popular songs that have come to define every generation.

Monday, January 2

Datebook:  Rouse's "Concert de Gaudi"

Brahms’ smashing kaleidoscope of student drinking songs

Tuesday, January 3

Datebook:  Rachmaninoff dances

Performances from Tafelmusik and the Boston Pops

The poetry of a 10th-century Armenian monk beautifully set by 20^th century artist Alfred Schnittke

Before we dive into 2012, let’s look back at memorable performances of the past year.

 You have your own list.   Here’s mine.

Witness the movement of citizen activists who fought to bring down the brutal system of apartheid in South Africa.

The Makepeace Brothers and Mikaela Davis take the stage for an incredible musical event.

Great Performances presents Anna Deavere Smith’s acclaimed Let Me Down Easy, examining the body and the body politic with insight, humor and compassion.