E1 - Isaac in America: A Journey with Isaac Bashevis Singer

Aired: July 06, 1987

A profile of the literary work of Isaac Bashevis Singer and his influence on preserving Jewish culture and the Yiddish language.

E2 - Directed by William Wyler

Aired: July 13, 1987

A retrospective on the rich legacy of cinema directed by Wyler with clips and commentary.

E3 - Rubinstein Remembered

Aired: July 20, 1987

A trip through the life and works of the piano virtuoso Arthur Rubinstein conducted by his son John.

E4 - Nik and Murray

Aired: July 27, 1987

A story of two talented personalities, Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis, and their collaborations in the world of dance.

E5 - George Gershwin Remembered

Aired: August 24, 1987

The music of the unique American master composer (as well as his brother Ira) with insights from his collaborators and friends.

E6 - Maurice Sendak: Mon Cher Papa

Aired: August 31, 1987

An installment that shows the author and illustrator at work staging a production of a Mozart opera.

E7 - The Negro Ensemble Company

Aired: September 14, 1987

An ode to the work of the African American theater group founded in the late 60s and its impact on the performing arts.

E8 - Unanswered Prayers: The Life and Times of Truman Capote

Aired: September 21, 1987

The evolution of the novelist and his impact on other artists and American culture.

E9 - The Ten-Year Lunch: The Wit and Legend of the Algonquin Round Table

Aired: September 28, 1987

A history of the famed social gathering of leaders, intellectuals, writers, and artists.

E10 - Buster Keaton: Hard Act to Follow

Aired: November 18, 1987

The story of the silent-era star who brought brilliance and originality to physical comedy.