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This program features a performance of the 18th-century kabuki dance The Salt Gatherer by Kabuki actor Baiko VII, who holds the Japanese honorary title Living National Treasure. The performance is illuminated by a demonstration of techniques, an explanation of how certain effects are achieved, and a sequence showing Baiko giving notes on technique to his actor son. Baiko also grants a rare interview and explains his art and the origin of the dance...
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This Baroque dance documentary provides a rare look at the artistic process of re-creating dance and dance-theater, from studio to stage. It provides information about Baroque music, fencing, mask work, notation, costumes, and the inner life of dance performers working in this dance style. Excerpts of 18th century theatrical dance styles include: the danse heroique, the demi-caractère, and the comic/grotesque style. Produced by Dancetime Publications...
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Opening with Toscanini's performance of the Forza del Destino overture, this program observes how destiny, as it were, drove many of the great European conductors to America, where they built extraordinary new orchestras in their own image: the NBC Symphony, the Philadelphia, the Boston. The program contains footage of Toscanini rehearsing the "Coro di Zingarelle" from Traviata (including one of his famous tantrums) and performing Respighi's "Pines...
5) Perform
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An in-depth show highlighting engaging personalities from across the continent of Africa; from news makers in politics and business to the pioneers of music, arts, and sport.
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The American Repertory Theater is one the most respected and innovative dramatic institutions in the United States. Through the prism of the A.R.T., this program explores the organizational and creative challenges facing today's theater community and describes the flexibility and resilience arts groups must have to survive in today's cultural climate. F. Murray Abraham, Debra Winger, and numerous other renowned performers-along with groundbreaking...
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In part one of this video series, Puremovement blends hip hop movement with traditional African culture. Rennie Harris, artistic director, discusses his influences, inspirations, and technique. Watch dancers perform excerpts of Gestures, Endangered Species, and P-Funk. Performed in 1998 at Performance Space 122.
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This program focuses on the conducting force and personality of Otto Klemperer, Wilhelm Furtwangler, and Arturo Toscanini, with analyses of their styles by instrumentalists, other conductors, and musicologists, and with footage of Klemperer rehearsing the Egmont Overture and performing Beethoven's Ninth; Furtwangler conducting the Meistersinger Overture and rehearsing the Schubert Eighth and Brahms Fourth; comparison of Furtwangler's Beethoven's Ninth...
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Witness the drama of a spelling bee combined with the spectacle of concert music! This film features five teenaged composers racing the calendar for the chance to have their original work performed by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. Viewers meet composer and philanthropist Stephen Goldman, whose passion for music has led him to create a unique opportunity for young classical composers. From a free workshop on composition to thrilling performances...
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Presenting a history of New York City's famous and enduring theater, The Circle in the Square (100 plays in its first 25 years) through interview and performance, this program features theater critic Margaret Croyden interviewing founder Ted Mann and actors Dustin Hoffman, George C. Scott, Colleen Dewhurst, and James Earl Jones. It includes performance excerpts from Miller's Death of a Salesman, O'Neill's Mourning Becomes Elektra, and Ibsen's Lady...
13) Ben Munisteri
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This video presents excerpts from Late Night Sugar Flight by choreographer Ben Munisteri and his company of 6 dancers. Includes a humorous monologue by the choreographer that introduces a section of deliciously sensuous dancing accompanied by the improvised sounds of DJ Michael Hornburg and the improvised lighting designs by Kathy Kaufman. Recorded in 1998 at Performance Space 122 in New York City. Plus excerpts from a revealing interview with the...
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From player salaries to performance-enhancing drugs, baseball's latter days have seen more than their share of controversy and confusion. This program covers the period from the 1994 player strike through the 2009 Major League season. Ample attention is given to the steroid problem, with a focus on Barry Bonds-both his stellar career and the scandal in which he became embroiled. But the film also discusses other major issues, such as how the sport...
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This program opens with Fritz Reiner conducting the New York Philharmonic in Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto, with Jascha Heifetz as soloist; Reiner, whom Isaac Stern characterizes as a brilliant stick technician, is also seen conducting the Chicago Symphony in Beethoven's Seventh. The program also presents Szell in conversation and rehearsing the Cleveland in Brahms' Academic Festival Overture, von Karajan in conversation and performing Debussy's "La...
17) Scarecrow
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In a 17th-century Massachusetts town, a scarecrow is magically transformed into a man and charged with the mission of destroying true love. Spectacular performances by two-time Oscar nominee Gene Wilder (Young Frankenstein, The Producers) and Tony Award winner Blythe Danner (Butterflies Are Free). Also starring Norman Lloyd and Will Geer (The Waltons).
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Filmed entirely on location, this kaleidoscopic program takes an intimate look at stagecraft at the Stratford Festival, Canada’s preeminent drama venue. Rehearsal and acting workshop footage spotlight a variety of specialties including voice coaching, fight choreography, wardrobe, makeup, props, lighting, and music. In addition, clips from the Festival’s 2001 season showcase esteemed veterans such as William Hutt as well as talented newcomers...
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Songs about a certain time and place are more than sentimental musings-they also serve as departure points for cultural and sociological studies. This program uses popular 20th-century French music to explore the rich character and modern-era development of Paris. Juxtaposing commentary from French scholars, performers, and business leaders with classic recordings by Edith Piaf, Brigitte Bardot, Maurice Chevalier, and other artists, the film sheds...
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This film features swing music, an art that allowed the listener to take part. The following artist are featured: Art Tatum; Artie Shaw; Benny Goodman; Bing Crosby; Buddy Rich; Cab Calloway; Frank Sinatra; Gene Krupa; Guy Lombardo; Harry James; Lawrence Welk; Lionel Hampton; Tommy Dorsey.