"How a sculptor transformed his life’s work after accident" PBS NewsHour 6/14/2022
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SUMMARY: What happens to an artist when one of the very tools he uses -- his hands -- are changed in an instant? Jeffrey Brown visited a sculptor in New York's Hudson Valley, who has had to pivot on how he does his art and the art itself. The story is part of our coverage of the intersection of medicine and arts, and our ongoing arts and culture series, "CANVAS."
"Broadway honors its best at the 75th Tony Awards" PBS NewsHour 6/13/2022
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SUMMARY: Broadway attempted to stage a big comeback during Sunday’s 75th annual Tony Award, with some very familiar works being honored as well as innovations showcasing inclusion. Nicole Ellis has a look for our arts and culture series, "CANVAS."
"‘I’m just getting started’: Musician Jon Batiste on the next phase of his musical journey" PBS NewsHour 5/9/2022
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SUMMARY: Multi-talented musician Jon Batiste received the most nominations of any artist at the recent Grammys, capturing a total of 11 in all in a wide variety of categories. He also came away with the most wins, including the biggest, "Album of the year," for his recording titled “We Are." Jeffrey Brown spoke with Batiste about what has led to his success for our arts and culture series, "CANVAS."
"Exploring the Kennedy White House through the eyes of the ‘First Children’" PBS NewsHour 2/21/2022
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SUMMARY: On Presidents Day, we look at the White House during the Kennedy years. A new exhibit called "First Children" at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston, shows how the young residents navigated their new home, and how mother and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy tried to protect her children from the press and public. GBH Boston's Jared Bowen reports for our series, “CANVAS.”
