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Papp, founder of Free Shakespeare in the Park, believed great art is for all.

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Explore the life and career of the legendary singer and co-founder of The Beach Boys.

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Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.

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Jason Momoa narrates the story of five-time Olympic medalist and surfer Duke Kahanamoku.

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Celebrate Marian Anderson in this event with Denyce Graves, George Shirley and others.

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"Crucifixion" recalled the racial unrest Marian Anderson saw during her time in Chicago.

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Though Marian Anderson could sing both high and low notes, she was billed as a contralto.

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Salman Rushdie talks about some of his favorite Saul Bellow books in this outtake.

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Marian Anderson had a vast collection of couture clothing.

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Gloria Naylor speaks about the American dream and Nella Larsen's "Passing."

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Herbie Hancock discusses the producer's career and influence in the music industry.

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Elsa Sjunneson is a DeafBlind professor, published author, and modern-day Helen Keller.