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S29.E1 ∙ Ricky Jay: Deceptive Practice

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

This portrait of the magician Ricky Jay delves into the mysterious world of sleight-of-hand and its small circle of devotees. Jay is also a best-selling author, historian, actor and a leading collector of antiquarian books and artifacts.

6.9 /10

S29.E2 ∙ August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand

Thu, Feb 19, 2015

Unprecedented access to Wilson's theatrical archives, rarely seen interviews and new dramatic readings bring to life his seminal 10-play cycle chronicling a century of African-American life.

7.7 /10

S29.E3 ∙ Jascha Heifetz: God's Fiddler

Wed, Apr 15, 2015

The artistry of violin virtuoso Jascha Heifetz is examined with help from Itzhak Perlman, students, archival performances and home movies.

6.9 /10

S29.E4 ∙ American Ballet Theatre: A History

Thu, May 14, 2015

Ric Burns' film on the 75-year history of the preeminent ballet company combines rehearsal footage, virtuoso performances and interviews with ABT's key figures.

8.2 /10

S29.E5 ∙ Harper Lee: American Masters

Thu, Jul 09, 2015

An updated version of Mary McDonagh Murphy's documentary - Hey, Boo: Harper Lee and 'To Kill a Mockingbird' (2010). Renamed and originally aired on American Masters season 26 as 'Harper Lee: Hey, Boo' (2012).

8.2 /10

S29.E6 ∙ Althea

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Tennis champion Althea Gibson (1927-2003) was the unlikely queen of the segregated tennis world in the 1950s. She was the first African American to play and win at Wimbledon and the U.S. Nationals (precursor of the U.S. Open).

7.5 /10

S29.E7 ∙ Pedro E. Guerrero: A Photographer's Journey

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Exclusive interview with Mexican-American photographer Pedro E. Guerrero explores his life and work. He collaborated with iconic American artists of the 20th century, becoming one of the most sought-after photographers of the "Mad Men" era

7 /10

S29.E9 ∙ The Women's List

Thu, Sep 24, 2015

Director Timothy Greenfield-Sanders spotlights 15 women who define contemporary American culture; included are Madeleine Albright, Margaret Cho, Edie Falco, Betsey Johnson, Alicia Keys, Nancy Pelosi, Rosie Perez and Wendy Williams.

7.5 /10