American Masters

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Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her acclaimed debut novel.

Follow the Broadway choreographer as she elevates the possible with bold explorations of movement.

The story of George Lee, a pioneering Asian dancer who later became a Vegas blackjack dealer.

Rapper and actor Daveed Diggs on his creative process as a rapper and songwriter.

Explore the career of cartoonist Art Spiegelman and his award-winning graphic novel Maus.

Take an intimate look into the life and career of screen and stage icon Liza Minnelli.

Learn about jazz artist Hazel Scott, the first Black American to have their own TV show.

Discover the life of singer Brenda Lee and her musical hits spanning genres and decades.

Explore Brad Lomax’s under-reported contributions to the early disability justice movement.

The story of a composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century.

The story of a disabled street musician who fought for parental rights.

Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who championed the cause of justice and equality.