The Creative Performer (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1960, The Creative Performer is a music film directed by William A. Graham, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Leornard Bernstein conducts the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, first with pianist Glenn Gould performing Bach's Keyboard Concerto #1 in D minor and then with soprano Eileen Farrell singing the "Suicidio!" aria from Amilcare Ponchielli 's opera "La Gioconda". Finally, composer Igor Stravinsky takes over the podium, conducting the last three scenes from his ballet "The Firebird". Bernstein also gives an opening talk on the vagaries of musical score notation and introduces each of the three guest performers. Originally aired on January 31, 1960 on CBS Television as part of its Ford Presents series.
Who’s in it. The Creative Performer stars Leonard Bernstein, Glenn Gould, Eileen Farrell and Igor Stravinsky.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Creative Performer sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Creative Performer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Creative Performer tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Creative Performer (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Creative Performer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Creative Performer worth watching?
- The Creative Performer holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Creative Performer?
- The Creative Performer stars Leonard Bernstein, Glenn Gould, Eileen Farrell and Igor Stravinsky.
- When was The Creative Performer released?
- The Creative Performer was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.