About this season
A new half-hour program showcases some of the nation’s leading cultural creators -- musicians, playwrights, comedians, costume designers, among many others -- who show us how they turn their visions of the world into art.
Episodes (4)
1. Making the Music
Aired 23 July 2020
Making it as a musician takes talent, ambition, grit and a good bit of luck. In the first episode of Beyond the CANVAS, we sit down with icons Bruce Springsteen, Reba McEntire, and others to talk about some of their most vulnerable moments.
2. Taking the Stage
Aired 30 July 2020 • 26 min
Ultimate creative bravery is putting your work on the theater stage in front of a live audience. It takes courage and an acceptance of artistic vulnerability. In this episode of Beyond the CANVAS, we speak to some of theater’s brightest stars. Multi-talented Lin-Manuel Miranda, acclaimed actor Bryan Cranston and others share their passion for the theater.
3. Finding Joy
Aired 6 August 2020 • 26 min
What does it take to be truly happy? For many artists taking the stage, or singing their heart out, is what brings them ultimate joy. In our third episode of Beyond the CANVAS, we look at the emotional motivation that pushes some artists to chase their dream and leads others to decide to give it up.
4. Making Movie Magic
Aired 13 August 2020 • 26 min
On the Oscar Awards edition of Beyond the CANVAS, we sit down with winners and nominees to talk about their craft and commitment to storytelling. What does it take to execute a unique artistic vision? Creators behind films like Black Panther and Free Solo share secrets to their success, and we also hear from comedy duo Steve Martin and Martin Short.