About this season
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.
Episodes (7)
1
E1
1. Episode 1
Aired 22 March 1985
2
E2
2. Episode 2
8.0Aired 24 April 1985
3
E3
3. Episode 3
Aired 24 May 1985
4
E4
4. The Gospel at Colonus (Episode 4)
8.0Aired 8 November 1985 • 88 min
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.
5
E5
5. Episode 5
10.0Aired 25 November 1985
6
E6
6. Episode 6
Aired 29 November 1985
7
E7
7. Episode 7
Aired 7 December 1985
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