Episode

American Masters: The Negro Ensemble Company

Name: American Masters: The Negro Ensemble Company
Released: 1987-09-14
Duration: 90 min
Cast: Hillary Clinton, Mike Nichols, Gloria Steinem, Steve Martin, Scarlett Johansson

American MastersSeason 21987-09-14

Overview

An ode to the work of the African American theater group founded in the late 60s and its impact on the performing arts.

Details

Series: American Masters
Season: Season 2
Episode: Episode 7
Air date: 1987-09-14
Runtime: 90 min

Episode context

The Negro Ensemble Company is Episode 7 in Season 2 of American Masters. It aired on 1987-09-14. The runtime is 90 min.

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