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Beyond the Canvas
Beyond the CANVAS: Visionaries of the Arts
June 28, 2021
What does it take to make it to the top? In this episode of Beyond the CANVAS, we speak to visionaries recognized at the highest levels in their fields. Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas, filmmaker Sir David Attenborough, and others share what it takes to achieve excellence.
Beyond the CANVAS: Making the Moment
June 28, 2021
What does it mean to deliver a message with the music? Sit down with Black musicians who bridge story and sound.
Beyond the CANVAS: Season 2, Episode 1 - World of Writers
April 12, 2021
Finding ones voice as a writer takes dedication, courage, and a willingness to reimagine the world through words on a page. In this episode of Beyond the CANVAS, we sit down with novelist Margaret Atwood, playwright Danai Gurira, and others to talk about finding meaning as a writer.
WATCH: Beyond The CANVAS, Episode 4 - Making Movie Magic
March 22, 2021
On the Oscar Awards edition of Beyond the CANVAS, we sit down with winners and nominees to talk about their craft and commitment to storytelling.
WATCH: Beyond The CANVAS, Episode 3 - Finding Joy
March 22, 2021
What does it take to be truly happy? For many artists taking the stage, or singing their heart out, is what brings them ultimate joy.
WATCH: Beyond The CANVAS, Episode 2 - Taking the Stage
March 22, 2021
Ultimate creative bravery is putting your work on the theater stage in front of a live audience. It takes courage and an acceptance of artistic vulnerability.
WATCH: Beyond The CANVAS, Episode 1 Making Music
March 22, 2021
Making it as a musician takes talent, ambition, grit and a good bit of luck.
Beyond the Canvas
March 22, 2021
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