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PBS News Hour

A Brief But Spectacular take on the pursuit of happiness

Season 2023 Episode 336 | 3m 15s

Jonathan McCrory has served as the artistic director at the National Black Theatre for over ten years. Along the way, he earned three Obie Awards, the highest honor for off-Broadway theater. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on love, joy and the pursuit of happiness.

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