"gave performances" is a correct and usable part of a sentence in written English.
For example: "The actor gave performances in five different cities last year."
Performing without a conductor, they gave performances of fine rhythmic precision and squeaky-clean tuning.
I nodded, as if recommending it, and the next day I saw him speaking to three members of the Jankla Troupe, entertainers on their way to perform their brand of street theatre and acrobatics in Europe, who also gave performances now and then for the passengers on our journey.
Theatre companies as well as individual actors and writers gave performances.
Ms. Kallir also gave performances with her daughter, who survives her, as does her husband.
Dr. Cox is played by John C. McGinley, a stage and sreen actor who gave performances in "Platoon" and "Wall Street" that are much admired by Mr. Lawrence.
For many years, Annie Sprinkle, a sex worker turned artist, gave performances at which she invited members of the audience to examine her cervix through a speculum.
Chris Burden and Marina Abramovic gave performance this Houdini status.
Hearing Harris talk, Revis and Bender have given performances worthy of YouTube.
He practices there, has given performances there and meditates there.
When students give performances at the end [of a lesson] you're meant to give feedback.
The Pennsylvania Ballet gives performances within the state and also tours around the country.
