American Masters.

American Masters

Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes

Bebop pioneer and virtuoso composer Max Roach's far-reaching ambitions were inspired and challenged by the inequities of the society around him. (90 minutes)

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Mon, 5/20 at 6:30 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

Tyrus Wong

The art, life and impact of Chinese-American painter Tyrus Wong as seen through new and never-before-seen interviews, movie clips and art. (90 minutes)

Mon, 5/20 at 11:30 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

Tyrus Wong

The art, life and impact of Chinese-American painter Tyrus Wong as seen through new and never-before-seen interviews, movie clips and art. (90 minutes)

Tue, 5/21 at 7:30 am on Austin PBS WORLD

Tyrus Wong

The art, life and impact of Chinese-American painter Tyrus Wong as seen through new and never-before-seen interviews, movie clips and art. (90 minutes)

Sat, 5/25 at 7:00 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir

The life and career of author Amy Tan, with archival imagery, home movies, photographs, animation and original interviews. (120 minutes)

Sat, 5/25 at 11:00 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir

The life and career of author Amy Tan, with archival imagery, home movies, photographs, animation and original interviews. (120 minutes)

Sun, 5/26 at 3:00 am on Austin PBS WORLD

Tyrus Wong

The art, life and impact of Chinese-American painter Tyrus Wong as seen through new and never-before-seen interviews, movie clips and art. (90 minutes)

Mon, 5/27 at 6:30 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

Waterman -- Duke: Ambassador of Aloha

The journey and legacy of five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku, who broke swimming records and popularized modern-day surfing while overcoming racism. (90 minutes)

Mon, 5/27 at 11:30 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

Waterman -- Duke: Ambassador of Aloha

The journey and legacy of five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku, who broke swimming records and popularized modern-day surfing while overcoming racism. (90 minutes)

Tue, 5/28 at 7:30 am on Austin PBS WORLD

Waterman -- Duke: Ambassador of Aloha

The journey and legacy of five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku, who broke swimming records and popularized modern-day surfing while overcoming racism. (90 minutes)