Iowa PBS Performances visits stages and venues across our state showcasing diverse performing arts events, from musical concerts to theater productions, and gives viewers a dynamic and entertaining look behind the curtain. Conversations with performers, peeks behind the scenes, extraordinary videography and enriching educational sidebars are all part of this comprehensive coverage.
Iowa PBS Performances is a local public television program presented by Iowa PBS
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Inspired by a line from the carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem," concert reflects on Advent candles. (56m 46s)
2025 Terrace Hill Piano Competition
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Highlights from the winners of this year’s competition showcasing Iowa high school musicians. (56m 45s)
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A Juneteenth special featuring performances and interviews from Black artists across Iowa. (1h 26m 31s)
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This performance makes complex scientific concepts human and accessible. (58m 4s)
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Andy William and The Nebraska All Stars perform Afro-Cuban jazz music in this new concert (56m 39s)
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Iowa PBS, Iowa Public Radio and xBk present Juneteenth: The Movement (1h 33m 35s)
Home for Christmas with Jim McDonough
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Iowan and international Steinway piano artist, Jim McDonough, performs Christmas songs. (57m)
2020 Terrace Hill Piano Competition
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Some of the finest high school musicians in Iowa share their talents and skills. (1h 2m 6s)
Shining Stars Talent Show 2019
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A program from the Bill Riley Talent Show for people up to age 30 who have special needs. (26m 56s)
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
A pop icon, Bob Ross offers soothing words of wisdom as he paints captivating landscapes.
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Iowa PBS Performances is a local public television program presented by Iowa PBS