This month, PBS is offering an embarrassment of riches to theatre fans. The WNET Group鈥攈ome to New York PBS stations THIRTEEN and WLIW; New Jersey鈥檚 statewide public television network NJ PBS; arts and culture media provider ALL ARTS; and Long Island鈥檚 only NPR station WLIW-FM鈥攑resents Broadway and Beyond, a collection of must-see theatre programming, all available to stream.
The jewel in that programming crown is , a collection of filmed live shows from Broadway and the West End. You can stream the Tony-nominated revival of David Henry Hwang鈥檚 Yellow Face, about a playwright who accidentally casts a white actor to play an Asian character in his play鈥攈ilarity ensues. It stars Daniel Dae Kim and Francis Jue, both of whom were Tony nominated for their performances. Yellow Face will air May 16 at 9 PM ET.
Or if musicals are more your thing, the Tony-winning musical Girl From the North Country, featuring the music of Bob Dylan, is also finally available to watch (it will air May 23 at 9 PM ET). Plus, see shows from across the pond with the West End productions of Next to Normal, starring Caissie Levy (airing May 9 at 9 PM ET), and Kiss Me, Kate starring Stephanie J. Block (airing May 30 at 9 PM ET). After they air, all of these titles can be streamed on PBS.org or the PBS app through June 30.
Great Performances is also a recipient of a 2025 Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre at the upcoming 78th Annual Tony Awards.
There's also new theatre documentaries for fans. As part of PBS' American Masters series, there's currently a documentary about Tony-nominated Gypsy choreographer Camille A. Brown, called . Beginning May 22 at 8 PM ET on THIRTEEN, viewers can watch , where Mia Farrow, Darren Criss, and more reflect on musical theatre legend Liza Minnelli. The film also features rare archival footage of the star.
Beginning May 13 at 9 PM ET, watch a new documentary about the renovation and reopening of the massive Palace Theatre. Playing the Palace features insight from feature interviews with Bernadette Peters, Joel Grey, Heather Headley, Ben Platt, and Ethan Slater, among others. Playing the Palace can be streamed on , which has theatre programming nearly every day.
Turn around and watch House Seats: Mandy Gonzalez in Concert. The Broadway star sings a range of songs from her career, including 鈥淏reathe鈥� from In the Heights, 鈥淪atisfied鈥� from Hamilton, and 鈥淭otal Eclipse of the Heart鈥� from Dance of the Vampires.
Season four of the talk show is also available to stream now on AllArts.org. Garen Scribner interviews theatre stars who discuss how they make it work as artists. The season includes Tony-winners John Gallagher, Jr. (Swept Away), and stars from 罢颈迟补苍矛辩耻别, The Great Gatsby, Death Becomes Her, and Little Shop of Horrors.
Plus, see Broadway stars sing from classic songs in the concert series American Songbook at NJPAC (available to stream at any time at ) and Broadway to Main Street, simulcast on WLIW-FM and every Sunday at 3 PM ET.
Learn about all these programs and more at . A complete list of WNET offerings are below.
BROADCAST & STREAMING LINEUP
Ten Times Better: The astonishing and heartwarming story of George Lee, a pioneering Asian dancer who originated a featured role in George Balanchine鈥檚 The Nutcracker 70 years ago as a teenage immigrant from China. Stream at .
American Masters 鈥� In the Making 鈥� Camille A. Brown: Giant Steps: This film follows the Tony Award-nominated rising choreographer, director, and educator as she elevates the possible with bold explorations of everyday movement and African Diasporic dance. Stream at .
House Seats: Mandy Gonzalez in Concert: Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez, currently guest starring on Broadway in Sunset Blvd. and known for her roles in Hamilton, In the Heights, and Wicked, delivers an unforgettable live performance, filmed at Long Island University鈥檚 Tilles Center. Stream at .
Broadway Sandwich, Season 4: The four-time New York Emmy-nominated docuseries returns for an inside look at the lives of Broadway performers in the narrow window between matinee and evening shows. Season four鈥檚 star-studded lineup includes stars from Swept Away, 罢颈迟补苍矛辩耻别, A Wonderful World, The Great Gatsby, Death Becomes Her, and Little Shop of Horrors. Watch Wednesdays at 6 PM ET, May 7-June 11 at .
ALL ARTS Vault Selects: Lorraine Hansberry, Playwright at Work: This 1961 episode shows writer Lorraine Hansberry fresh off her success from A Raisin in the Sun. Watch Saturday, May 10 at .
Julie Andrews Forever: Follow the impressive trajectory of the award-winning British performing legend, who rose from a child entertainer in musical revues to an Oscar-winning actress for her beloved performance in Mary Poppins. Watch Tuesday, May 13 at 10 PM ET on THIRTEEN.
Playing the Palace: A star-studded look at Broadway鈥檚 iconic theatre and its rise above Times Square. Watch Tuesday, May 13 at 9 PM ET on ALL ARTS.
Great Performances: Stagebound: An all-access digital series follows some of the world鈥檚 greatest performers on their journey to opening night. From first rehearsals and costume fittings to press appearances and standing ovations, each episode offers an intimate look at the real lives of theatre鈥檚 top talent鈥攐nstage and off. Watch Wednesday, May 14 at .
How Art Changed Me: Intimate and personal stories about the transformative potential of arts on individuals' lives, from mental health to self-discovery. Watch Monday, May 19 at 6 PM ET at and .
American Masters 鈥� LIZA: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story: Dive into the star鈥檚 life and career with interviews with Michael Feinstein, Ben Vereen, Mia Farrow, Darren Criss, and more. Watch Thursday, May 22 at 8 PM on THIRTEEN. Stream at .
Barbra Streisand: Back to Brooklyn: The legendary superstar appeared at Barclays Center in her hometown for a magical evening in October 2012, joined by Chris Botti, Il Volo, and her son, Jason Gould. Watch Thursday, May 29 at 8 PM on THIRTEEN.
The Gathering: A Journey to Grace: Witness the making of a musical uprising at The Kennedy Center in 2024. Watch Wednesday, June 18 at 8 PM ET on ALL ARTS.
STREAM ON-DEMAND
House Seats: Broadway Responds to Antisemitism: Broadway panelists discuss the rise of antisemitism and Broadway鈥檚 response through recent productions, with actress Tovah Feldshuh, renowned lyricist Bruce Sussman, and award-winning playwright Alfred Uhry. .
WLIW-FM: Broadway to Main Street: Each week, Larry Maslon showcases the greatest songs of the American musical theatre, celebrating the shows, stars, songwriters, and cultural phenomena that makes Broadway a legendary place. Listen Sundays at 3 PM ET or stream at .
Famous Cast Words: Julie Benko: Actors Julie Benko (Broadway鈥檚 Funny Girl) and Lynne Marie Rosenberg (HBO's High Maintenance) discuss Jewish representation in media and the increase of Jewish stories on Broadway amid rising antisemitism. Stream at .
American Songbook at NJPAC: Musical performances by the best of Broadway and beyond, recorded live at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey. Stream at .
