Episode Information

O Freedom! The Musical Saga of Mary Pleasant -

A moving documentary musical that unfolds the life of civil-rights icon Mary Ellen Pleasant. Susheel Bibbs' live, one-woman performance in word & song, uses Pleasant's own words, landmark research, music of the times, an intermission interview, and archival visuals to reveal a woman of mystery & power. Jacqueline Hairston (piano), Pope Flyne (drums), MET opera star Raehann Bryce-Davis (host).

Series Website: http://www.marypleasant1.com/

Recent and Upcoming Airings

11.35/9 12:30 am