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4 Episodes 1994 - 1994
Episode 1
Wed, Nov 30, 1994 60 mins
Edwin Newman narrates this profile of humorist Will Rogers (1879-1935), once considered "the most popular man in America." Included are comments from historians and Rogers' son, Jim; archival photographs and footage; film clips.
Episode 2
Mon, Dec 19, 1994 90 mins
Playwright Tennessee Williams (1911-83) is profiled via TV interviews, home movies and colleagues' recollections. Included: scenes from "The Glass Menagerie," "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." Frank Langella narrates.
Episode 3
Wed, Feb 15, 1995 80 mins
"Placido Domingo: A Musical Life" chronicles the tenor's career via interviews with Domingo, his family and colleagues; and clips from performances, rehearsals and recording sessions. Included: excerpts from Domingo's stage appearances.
Episode 4
Wed, Mar 22, 1995 60 mins
"Edgar Allan Poe: Terror of the Soul" presents a multi-faceted look at the author (1809-49). Included are dramatizations of two Poe short stories, "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Cask of Amontillado."