American Masters

Musician Hannah Mayree organizes workshops and performances celebrating the banjo's Black history.

Actor John Goodman talks about his work on the film, "The Big Lebowski."

Follow the rise of politician and activist Bella Abzug. This contains on-screen ASL interpretation.

Follow the rise of politician and activist Bella Abzug. This contains Extended Audio Description.

Follow Sudanese musician and ethnomusicologist Alsarah as she leads Alsarah and the Nubatones.

Artist Ani Liu creates provocative artifacts at the intersection of art, science and technology.

Discover the extraordinary life of poet, philosopher and music visionary Sun Ra.

Discover the extraordinary life of poet, philosopher and music visionary Sun Ra. ASL version.

Learn about Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize-winning author of Night.

Middle school students in Newark grapple with Elie Wiesel's harrowing Holocaust memoir.

Learn about Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize-winning author of Night.

An Iranian-American artist’s work uses abstracted Persian calligraphy to signify migration.

Comedian and actress Leslie Jones does a deep dive on her creative process.

An Iranian-American artist’s work uses abstracted Persian calligraphy to signify migration.

Comedian Phoebe Robinson takes on hustle-culture in biting comedy special.

Learn about Marlee Matlin, Oscar-winning actress and champion of the Deaf community.

Learn about Marlee Matlin, Oscar-winning actress and champion of the Deaf community.

Singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan opens up in a candid interview about making music.

Harvey Fierstein talks to director Michael Kantor backstage during the production of "Hairspray."

Explore the creative process and familial narrative behind acclaimed fashion label House of Aama.

Follow furniture maker and conceptual artist Norman Teague as he prepares for a solo exhibition.

Follow furniture maker and conceptual artist Norman Teague as he prepares for a solo exhibition.

Explore the creative process and familial narrative behind acclaimed fashion label House of Aama.

Discover this portrait of the Cuban-American graphic artist and graphic novelist Edel Rodriguez.

Discover this portrait of the Cuban-American graphic artist and graphic novelist Edel Rodriguez.

Actress Natasha Rothwell on her creative process in "The White Lotus."

Ringo Starr describes his friendship with Mae West.

Actor Daniel Dae Kim on his groundbreaking career and new project, "Butterfly."

Composer John Kander and lyricist Fred Ebb talk about how they have worked together.

Mel Brooks talks about the first Broadway show he ever saw—Cole Porter's "Anything Goes."

Discover this portrait of the Cuban-American graphic artist and graphic novelist Edel Rodriguez.

Contains ASL. Discover how cookbook writer Marcella Hazan shaped Italian cuisine in America.

Contains EAD. Discover how cookbook writer Marcella Hazan shaped Italian cuisine in America.

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

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

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

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

Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.

Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.

Maia Cruz Palileo is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of migration.

Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio is a Kanaka Maoli wahine poet, activist, and academic.

James Earl Jones talks Sidney Poitier's impact on himself and other young Black actors.

Drag performer and artist Lady Bunny talks about Mae West's influence.

This versatile pasta recipe can be made with any seasonal vegetables.

In the summer, Pépin likes to use fresh basil from his garden to make this pesto recipe.

Actor Treat Williams describes working with director Sidney Lumet on “Prince of the City.”

Engineer Chi-Tien Lui has restored most of Nam June Paik's video art over the years.

John Singleton came to Maya Angelou for guidance while working on "Poetic Justice."

Another take on blueberries, lemon and mint from Jacques Pépin.

Fran Drescher talks about how she took inspiration from Lucille Ball for "The Nanny."

Steve Martin discusses how David Geffen found Hollywood success through his friendships.

Billy Crystal speaks on his admiration for and working relationship with Sammy Davis, Jr.

Rita Moreno reflects on the 1961 production of "West Side Story."

A lyrical exploration of the life and work of Mexican-American poet Alejandro Jimenez.

Caribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.

Jerry Lewis talks about becoming a comedian and his friendship with Sammy Davis, Jr.

Artist Sydney G. James’ bold brush strokes address racial injustice in her native Detroit.

Neil Young speaks about David Geffen’s role as a performer in the art of the deal.

Ojibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.

Chef Ethan Lim creates vibrant dishes inspired by the rich, complex history of Cambodia.