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The Cliburn: Playing on the Edge

Underwriters: Exxon Mobil Corporation is the principal corporate sponsor of the documentary.  Additional funding is provided by Radio Shack, The Burnett Foundation, the City of Fort Worth, Nokia, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Presenting Station: KERA - Dallas/Fort Worth/Denton

The documentary about the Eleventh Van Cliburn International Piano Competition brings a "reality TV" approach to the world of classical music through the use of cutting edge digital technology and an unflinching search for the truth.  Unlike previous Cliburn Competition ducumentaries that focused on the music, "Playing on the Edge" examines the day-to-day experiences of the young pianists taking part in one of the most exciting and prestigious music festivals in the world.  The documentary explores the psychological impact of such a competition on the lives of the competitors.