Inspiration in Theater, Poetry, and Jazz

Studio 360

Playwright Edward Albee talks about Samuel Beckett, poet Sharon Olds reflects on John Donne, and jazz musician Brandford Marsalis discusses Billie Holiday.

(Originally aired: April 25, 2002)

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