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Monologue from "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" by August Wilson
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"White folks don’t understand about the blues," says Ma Rainey in August Wilson's play.
Scene from "Fences," a Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play
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August Wilson's "Fences" won a Pulitzer Prize and four Tony Awards in 1987.
August Wilson's Timeless Work
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Ruben Santiago-Hudson shares why Wilson's work is so timeless and universal.
Ricky Jay on His Mentor: Charlie Miller
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Jay describes working with Miller "as close to pure joy as anything that I can imagine."
Ricky Jay and Art Spiegelman in Conversation
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Art Spiegelman and Ricky Jay in conversation at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles.
Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Dean Martin Sing Together
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America's most famous crooners have a swell time singing a number from Guys and Dolls.
The Road Films: Bing Crosby and Bob Hope
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When Crosby's film career was at a crossroads, he found the perfect partner in Bob Hope.
Bing Crosby and David Bowie Christmas Duet
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The story behind "The Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth," sung by Crosby and Bowie.
Bing Crosby Performs "The Second Time Around"
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A web exclusive of Bing Crosby singing the song on his television special in 1961.
Bing Crosby's Innovations in Technology
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In addition to talent, Crosby's savvy use of technology helped make him a multimedia star.
Bing Crosby and Maurice Chevalier Duet
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Legends Bing Crosby and Frenchman Maurice Chevalier sing "I'm Glad I'm Not Young Anymore."
Bing Crosby, Maurice Chevalier and Carol Lawrence Perform
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Bing Crosby, Maurice Chevalier and Carol Lawrence sing "Riding High."
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