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Great Performances

Season 1 Episode 4: Antigone

A gripping adaptation of Sophocles' tragedy unfolds, set against a backdrop of honor, treachery, and devastating consequences, with Genevieve Bujold delivering a compelling performance that blends zealotry and idealism.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Rimers of Eldritch

1. The Rimers of Eldritch

Aired: Jan 28, 1971

A backwater Iowa town is in ethical turmoil after the sexual assult of a teen...

Episode 2

Aired: Feb 4, 1971

Episode 3 Cyrano de Bergerac

3. Cyrano de Bergerac

Aired: Feb 25, 1971

Cyrano de Bergerac, a charming and eloquent man, uses his own poetic words to...

Episode 4 Antigone

Aired: Oct 18, 1971

A gripping adaptation of Sophocles' tragedy unfolds, set against a backdrop o...

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Info about Great Performances

Seasons: 50

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Comedy, Drama, Music, Musical