In a new four-part series, multitalented actor, and performer Dulé Hill (The Wonder Years, The West Wing) and director Danny Lee (Who Is Stan Smith?) take audiences on an emotional and celebratory road trip across the nation to explore the transformative power of the arts.
Hill travels to California, the Appalachian region, Texas, and Chicago to connect with local visionaries, activists, changemakers, and pioneers who use their artistic passions to foster connection, deepen empathy, and create meaningful change within their communities.
What would it be like to create art without sight? How does one explore dance through music that cannot be heard? How can creative expression be used to break down barriers, combat hate, and create safe spaces for everyone? As Hill crisscrosses the country, he explores these questions, meeting with various creatives who challenge traditional narratives, reclaiming space for themselves and their communities, and paving a pathway forward for others to follow.
“The power of the human spirit is really an inspiring thing. There are many people in this world who create space out of nothing. They are the ones turning on the light, setting the path, and then guiding others along the journey,” said Hill.
“For me, as a filmmaker of color, art has not only been a way to be seen, but a deeply transformative force in my life,” said Lee. “As a pillar of American culture, PBS has always impressed upon me the importance of the arts.”
Episodes air on Nine PBS Tuesdays at 8 pm (beginnning April 23) and Wednesdays at 2 pm (beginnning April 24). Also, on Nine PBS World beginning Friday, April 26, at 6 pm. The dates below reflect the premiere date of each episode. The schedule is subject to change.
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