Episode guide
American Masters: Season 36
8 episodes · first aired Jan 11, 2022
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- 1 Ailey Jan 11, 2022 · 1h 24m The life and career of choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances focus on the Black experience, interviews with those close to him and a glimpse into his dance studios.
- 2 Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands Feb 8, 2022 · 1h 53m Exploring the life and legacy of singer Marian Anderson and her work as an advocate for the civil rights advocate.
- 3 Waterman – Duke: Ambassador of Aloha May 10, 2022 · 1h 24m The journey and legacy of five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku, who broke swimming records and popularized modern-day surfing while overcoming racism.
- 4 Joe Papp in Five Acts Jun 3, 2022
- 5 Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road Jun 14, 2022 · 1h 24m Follow musician, singer, songwriter, record producer and co-founder of The Beach Boys, Brian Wilson on a drive through Los Angeles with his longtime friend and Rolling Stone editor Jason…
- 6 Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On Nov 22, 2022 · 1h 30m Experience the story of the Oscar-winning Indigenous artist from her rise to prominence in New York’s Greenwich Village folk music scene through her six-decade groundbreaking career as a…
- 7 The Adventures of Saul Bellow Dec 12, 2022 · 1h 23m Explore Nobel Prize winner Saul Bellow's impact on American literature and how he navigated through issues of his time, including race, gender and the Jewish immigrant experience…
- 8 Groucho & Cavett Dec 27, 2022 · 1h 22m Discover the enduring friendship between television personality Dick Cavett and his mentor iconic comedian Groucho Marx. Their relationship is chronicled through interviews with Cavett…