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WATCH A PREVIEW Ballerina Boys
With every step, this drag ballet troupe pokes fun at their art form. Premieres Friday, June 4th at 9 p.m. EST on PBS (check local listings). -
WATCH VIDEO The author of “Crazy Rich Asians” describes Amy Tan’s impact
Kevin Kwan talks about how Amy Tan had an early impact on him. -
WATCH VIDEO What was the Joy Luck Club?
The title of Amy Tan's famous novel was also the name of an investment club. -
The Story Behind Billie Holiday's 'Strange Fruit'
The song was a powerful protest anthem that irked many, including the US government. -
FULL EPISODE Amy Tan’s writing inspiration
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WATCH VIDEO How Amy Tan met her husband Lou
According to Amy Tan's husband Lou, it was "cluelessness at first sight." -
5 interesting facts about Judy Garland
Garland’s life was marred by tragedy, from beginning to end. -
American Masters films that are streaming right now
This month, we are releasing a selection of films for you to stream and enjoy. -
How Amy Tan "inspired me and so many others who followed to write the stories that only we could tell"
A writer reflects on how Amy Tan inspired her. -
Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase The Blues Away
Dive into the career of the legendary blues guitarist. Premieres July 27 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings). -
WATCH VIDEO Amy Tan’s first job was writing astrology
She turned to writing fiction in the search for more meaningful work and learned a lot about herself in the process. -
How Duke Ellington used his appearance to subvert racist stereotypes, and other ways he fought racism
He knew that music could reach people in a way that words simply could not. -
The time Tony Bennett "...saw things no human being should ever have to see."
Before he was a lover he was a fighter who spent time serving in World War II. -
Why doesn't anyone talk about Carole King's other no. 1 album (including her)?
"Tapestry" was a hit, but what about the album that followed, which was another platinum seller?
Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir