Extras
The origins of Shakespeare in the Park
Papp built a stage on a 35 foot truck so he could bring Shakespeare to other communities.
The origins of Shakespeare in the Park
Waterman – Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
Jason Momoa narrates the story of five-time Olympic medalist and surfer Duke Kahanamoku.
Waterman – Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
Overcoming the distinct challenge of indoor swimming
Duke found his mind and body shocked by his first time swimming in an indoor pool.
Overcoming the distinct challenge of indoor swimming
Paul Strauch recounts a conversation he had with Duke about the power of the word "Aloha."
The meaning of Aloha
How Duke broke the swimming world record in Hawaii
Duke Kahanamoku shattered the Amateur Athletic Union's swim record in 1911.
How Duke broke the swimming world record in Hawaii
Duke's incredible rescue mission while on a surfboard
Duke Kahanamoku rescued eight men from the capsized Thelma in California.
Duke's incredible rescue mission while on a surfboard
Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
Explore the life of the famous singer who became an icon for the civil rights movement.
Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
Marian Anderson's singing recalls America's racial unrest
"Crucifixion" recalled the racial unrest Marian Anderson saw during her time in Chicago.
Marian Anderson's singing recalls America's racial unrest
Marian Anderson's love of fashion and shoes
Marian Anderson had a vast collection of couture clothing.
Marian Anderson's love of fashion and shoes
Marian Anderson overcame discrimination with Danbury farm
Anderson bought her beloved farm in Danbury, CT, with her husband, Orpheus Fisher.
Marian Anderson overcame discrimination with Danbury farm
How racism affected Marian Anderson's vocal classification
Though Marian Anderson could sing both high and low notes, she was billed as a contralto.
How racism affected Marian Anderson's vocal classification
Denyce Graves and others discuss Marian Anderson's legacy
Celebrate Marian Anderson in this event with Denyce Graves, George Shirley and others.
Denyce Graves and others discuss Marian Anderson's legacy
Rennie Harris on the power of the choreographer
Rennie Harris describes how choreographers are responsible for their dancers.
Rennie Harris on the power of the choreographer
Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey
Rennie Harris choreographed a piece about Ailey for the 60th anniversary of the company.
Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey
Bill T. Jones remembers the first time he met Alvin Ailey
"I was lonely for colleagues who were people of color," said Jones upon meeting Ailey.
Bill T. Jones remembers the first time he met Alvin Ailey
Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life
Ailey describes his "blood memories" and an impactful friendship.
Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life
Ailey's "Revelations" draws on African American spirituals
Ailey's "Revelations" performance depicted the "Black experience."
Ailey's "Revelations" draws on African American spirituals
Ailey dancers reflect on company's scrappy beginnings
Former Ailey dancers recall how Alvin Ailey worked hard to raise money for the company.
