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Poetry in America

Distinguished interpreters from all walks of life gather to explore and debate 12 unforgettable American poems. Athletes, poets, musicians, and citizens of all ages join host Elisa New to experience and share the power of poetry.

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Episodes (12)
1Wed, Mar 28, 2018

I Cannot Dance Upon My Toes - Emily Dickinson

The series premiere spotlights Emily Dickinson. Host Elisa New, actor Cynthia Nixon, cellist Yo Yo Ma, dancer-choreographer Jill Johnson, and poet Marie Howe explore the challenges of art and audience across time, space, and artistic medium.

2Wed, Mar 28, 2018

Fast Break - Edward Hirsch

Poet Edward Hirsch, host Elisa New, NBA players Shaquille O'Neal, Pau Gasol and Shane Battier, and a group of pick-up basketball players read Hirsch's "Fast Break" and use basketball to understand poetry—and poetry to understand the game of basketball.

3Wed, Apr 04, 2018

Episode 3

4Wed, Apr 04, 2018

Episode 4

5Wed, Apr 11, 2018

Episode 5

6Wed, Apr 11, 2018

Episode 6

7Wed, Apr 18, 2018

Episode 7

8Wed, Apr 18, 2018

Episode 8

9Wed, Apr 25, 2018

Episode 9

10Wed, Apr 25, 2018

Episode 10

11Wed, May 02, 2018

Episode 11

12Wed, May 02, 2018

Episode 12

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