Nik and Murray

1Isaac in America: A Journey with Isaac Bashevis Singer

90 minJul 6, 1987

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

2Directed by William Wyler

90 minJul 13, 1987★ 7.7

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

3Rubinstein Remembered

90 minJul 20, 1987

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

4Nik and Murray

90 minJul 27, 1987Now viewing

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

5George Gershwin Remembered

90 minAug 24, 1987

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

6Maurice Sendak: Mon Cher Papa

90 minAug 31, 1987

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

7The Negro Ensemble Company

90 minSep 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.

8Unanswered Prayers: The Life and Times of Truman Capote

90 minSep 21, 1987

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

9The Ten-Year Lunch: The Wit and Legend of the Algonquin Round Table

90 minSep 28, 1987

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

10Buster Keaton: Hard Act to Follow

90 minNov 18, 1987

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