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A look at the life and work of writer/filmmaker Nora Ephron.

Bringing together performers, directors, playwrights, designers, choreographers, producers and behind-the-scenes personnel from the American and international theatre, the program offers a rare opportunity for students and audiences to see the people who create theatre engaged in thoughtful conversation with one another. With more than 600 past guests, "Working in the Theatre" has become an unequaled archive of theatrical talk, a chance to hear from the people behind the characters, stories and productions that draw us to the theatre.

An intimate portrait of a trailblazing entertainer who navigates the highs and lows of his lengthy showbiz career, and a complex relationship with his superstar brother, tap dance legend Gregory Hines.

Amidst some of the most tumultuous times in our nation's history, Rev. Theodore Hesburgh finds himself in the eye of the storm as he works to advance the causes of peace and equal rights.

Eric Bentley is one of the most respected theater critics, playwrights, editors and translators of our time. For his 100th birthday, a galaxy of stars honored Bentley at Broadway's legendary Town Hall. The historic evening featured Tony Kushner, Austin Pendleton, Harold Bloom, James Shapiro, Edward Mendelson, Phillip Lopate, Louise Kerz-Hirschfeld, Michael Paller, and Roger Copeland, and was emceed by Michael Riedel. The participants offered readings from Eric Bentley's classic works and shared their thoughts about Bentley's influence on them personally and on American theater, music, and culture. Bentley's work with Brecht, his classic books on the theater, and his own great artistry were all highlighted. The evening was punctuated by theater music of Hanns Eisler and Darius Milhaud, whose songs for Mother Courage were performed by Soprano Karyn Levitt in the composer's original, unpublished version for chamber orchestra, conducted by the late multi-Emmy Award winner Glen Roven. Selections from Eric Bentley's Brecht-Eisler Song Book were also performed by Ms. Levitt and the Hanns Eisler Trio. The film captures all the highlights from this one-of-a-kind live event honoring Eric Bentley and his legacy.

In the documentary series 'I Am A Dreamer', we see the experience of DREAMers and undocumented immigrants, we go into their lives, their dreams and their struggles in this city.

Looks at the people and the issues that move and shake communities across New York City - stories that often fly under the radar - and gives them air on CUNY TV.

New documentary by Mexican filmmaker Sonia Fritz about a forgotten town in Puerto Rico.

Straight Off The Canvas is an award-winning audio described documentary about visually impaired artists in New York City. Art is not just a visual medium. Blind people can enjoy, create and teach art as a creative expression. The film profiles Elizabeth Castallano, a visually impaired art teacher and artist. It also tells the story of blind art teacher Jessica Jones and her students at Lavelle School for the Blind in Bronx, NY.

A biographical look at the life and times of American opera legend, Regina Resnik with a 1994 interview; archive footage of her personal life; and interviews by her peers and colleagues.

A monthly film review talk show for CUNY TV hosted by NYC film critic Niel Rosen where he and his fellow film critics review new theatrical and on-demand film releases. The show is a spiritual sequel to his previous Talking Pictures show.

Brian Lehrer, the popular host of WNYC, New York Public Radio's "The Brian Lehrer Show," hosts a live, hour-long weekly television program on CUNY TV. "Just like my WNYC show, we'll be trying to get at the truth about life and politics in New York City, and give regular New Yorkers a voice through live call-ins and e-mail," said Lehrer. "We'll be providing direct access to mayoral hopefuls and other major news-makers, and doing New York television's only `open phones' call-ins. We'll also invite people to send in photos and original videos that say something meaningful about life in New York today. And, as on the radio, we'll find our ways to sneak in some fun!" The program is cablecast in New York City on Wednesdays from 7: 30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and is simulcast live and archived on-line at www.cuny.tv. To interact with guests and offer your opinion about topics discussed on the show, call (212) 251-0801 or email brian@cuny.tv. "I listen to Brian Lehrer... Wow, I love that guy. I love the show." - Jon Stewart (in a speech at a New Yorker Magazine forum) "Usually a pretty fair and smart guy" - Bill O'Reilly (on his show) "You are it. You are the man." - Thomas Friedman (on "The Brian Lehrer Show")

Tinabeth Piña hosts this CUNY TV documentary which profiles five of CUNY's 25 architectural treasures, two of which are National Historic Landmarks - The Graduate Center, Roosevelt House, and the North Campus of The City College of New York (Manhattan); Gould Memorial Library and Hall of Fame at Bronx Community College (The Bronx); and Louis Armstrong House (Corona, Queens). The film features commentary from architects Lisa Easton, Hugh Hardy, George Ranalli, Robert A. M. Stern, and Samuel White - a great-grandson of architect Stanford White; historian Blanche Wiesen Cook; preservation pioneer Otis Pratt Pearsall, Esq.; David Reese, Curator, Louis Armstrong House Museum; and jazz great Wycliffe Gordon, among others.