Episodes

  • John Leguizamo's 'The Other Americans' aims to remedy Broadway's lack of Latino stories

    John Leguizamo's 'The Other Americans' aims to remedy Broadway's lack of Latino stories
    Nov 22 2024
    John Leguizamo has appeared in more than 100 films while also telling a distinctly Latino story in documentaries, one-man shows and now, full-scale dramas. Jeffrey Brown met him recently at the arena stage in Washington to talk about his latest work, his larger goals and his response to the recent election. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • Leonard Cohen's music and poetry celebrated by older and younger generations at festival

    Leonard Cohen's music and poetry celebrated by older and younger generations at festival
    Nov 20 2024
    In death, Leonard Cohen is having a rebirth. The legendary singer is being remembered by older and younger generations alike for his timeless music. Special correspondent Mike Cerre went to the annual Leonard Cohen festival to hear why. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • Peggy Noonan explores what the U.S. could be in 'A Certain Idea of America'

    Peggy Noonan explores what the U.S. could be in 'A Certain Idea of America'
    Nov 19 2024
    In her new collection of columns from The Wall Street Journal, Pulitzer Prize-winner Peggy Noonan takes readers on a journey through the essence of our nation's character. With her trademark blend of storytelling, historical insight and journalistic rigor, Noonan explores what unites us as a people even in divisive times. She sat down with Geoff Bennett to discuss "A Certain Idea of America." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    55 mins
  • 'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers once stolen in museum heist now up for auction

    'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers once stolen in museum heist now up for auction
    Nov 15 2024
    If you've ever wanted to own a piece of Hollywood history, now's your chance. A pair of Dorothy's ruby slippers are up for auction and just like Dorothy, this pair of shoes has been on its own long and very strange journey. Special Correspondent Megan Thompson reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • John Grisham chronicles real-life stories of people who were wrongly convicted in 'Framed'

    John Grisham chronicles real-life stories of people who were wrongly convicted in 'Framed'
    Nov 12 2024
    When Centurion was founded, it was the first group of its kind working to overturn wrongful convictions for people facing execution or life. Decades later, the work continues and its story is being told by its founder and novelist John Grisham. Jeffrey Brown reports for our series, Art in Action, exploring the intersection of art and democracy and for our arts and culture coverage, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    10 mins
  • Inside a Massachusetts studio showcasing the work of artists with disabilities

    Inside a Massachusetts studio showcasing the work of artists with disabilities
    Nov 10 2024
    As major American museums reexamine their collections to ensure diversity and inclusion, there's a growing realization that they need more art by people with disabilities. In Massachusetts, one organization has been celebrating that work for half a century. Special correspondent Jared Bowen of GBH in Boston reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    5 mins
  • New York fashion industry tries to preserve artisan craftwork as factories move overseas

    New York fashion industry tries to preserve artisan craftwork as factories move overseas
    Nov 8 2024
    In the 1980s, about 70 percent of clothes sold in the U.S. were made in the country. Today, it's down to just three percent. One of the casualties is traditional craftwork like weaving fabric, cutting leather and polishing gemstones. The fashion industry is now trying to preserve these crafts. Special Correspondent Pavni Mittal reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • How a man living with Parkinson's is using art and music to ease his symptoms

    How a man living with Parkinson's is using art and music to ease his symptoms
    Nov 7 2024
    PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    8 mins