TED Talks
Lisa Bu: How books can open your mind
What happens when a dream you've held since childhood ... doesn't come true? As Lisa Bu adjusted to a new life in the United States, she turned to books to expand her mind and create a new path for herself. She shares her unique approach...
Great Big Story
Opera underground, Alexis Cregger brings classics to NYC subways
Discover how Alexis Cregger and The Opera Collective transform NYC subways with opera, touching lives.
Great Big Story
Jenny Bridges: Breaking Barriers in Opera
Meet Jenny Bridges, a mezzo-soprano opera singer, who is challenging stereotypes and making opera more accessible. Breaking into an art form often seen as elitist, Jenny shares her journey from singing in church choirs to gracing world...
Great Big Story
From NFL to Opera Singer
Experience the incredible journey of Tor Papua, an operatic tenor whose life story harmonizes the worlds of opera and football. In this collaboration with Great Big Story, actress and singer Minnie Driver guides us through the...
Great Big Story
Opera underground, Alexis Cregger brings classics to NYC subways
Discover how Alexis Cregger and The Opera Collective transform NYC subways with opera, touching lives.
Great Big Story
Beyond the Broom, Keanon Kyles' Operatic Triumph
Explore the inspiring journey of Keanon Kyles, a janitor by day and an internationally touring opera singer by night, as he challenges stereotypes and follows his dreams.
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1939 MONTAGE LA WS Marian Anderson singing on steps of Lincoln Memorial during open-air concert on Easter Sunday, April 9, 1939 / WS PAN Crowd listening to concert with Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument in background / Washington, DC, USA
1939 MONTAGE LA WS Marian Anderson singing on steps of Lincoln Memorial during open-air concert on Easter Sunday, April 9, 1939 / WS PAN Crowd listening to concert with Reflecting Pool and Washington Monument in background / Washington,...
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
Pres. Franklin Roosevelt introduced after national anthem at Chicago Stadium campaign event
MS male opera singer at podium leading audience in "The Star Spangled Banner," President Franklin Roosevelt and others behind him; applause at the finish / various shots man at podium speaking, including reading a message from Chicago's...
Hearst Metrotone News
Opera singer Grace Moore sings Home Sweet Home in front of an orchestra.
Opera singer Grace Moore sings Home Sweet Home in front of an orchestra.
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1951 B/W WS Opera singer Nadine Connor performing on stage/ USA
1951 B/W WS Opera singer Nadine Connor performing on stage/ USA
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1951 B/W WS Opera singer Nadine Connor performing on stage/ USA
1951 B/W WS Opera singer Nadine Connor performing on stage/ USA
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1951 Medium shot Marian Anderson singing onstage next to grand piano during performance/ USA
1951 Medium shot Marian Anderson singing onstage next to grand piano during performance/ USA
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1951 Medium shot Marian Anderson singing Ave Maria onstage next to grand piano during performance/ USA
1951 Medium shot Marian Anderson singing Ave Maria onstage next to grand piano during performance/ USA
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1951 B/W WS Opera singer Jan Peerce performing on stage/ USA
1951 B/W WS Opera singer Jan Peerce performing on stage/ USA
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1951 B/W WS Opera singer Nadine Connor performing on stage/ USA
1951 B/W WS Opera singer Nadine Connor performing on stage/ USA
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1951 Close-up Contralto singer Marian Anderson rehearsing in her home studio/ Danbury, Connecticut, USA
1951 Close-up Contralto singer Marian Anderson rehearsing in her home studio/ Danbury, Connecticut, USA
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1951 Medium shot Contralto singer Marian Anderson and her pianist recording in her home studio/ Danbury, Connecticut, USA
1951 Medium shot Contralto singer Marian Anderson and her pianist recording in her home studio/ Danbury, Connecticut, USA
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1951 Wide shot Marian Anderson singing Ave Maria onstage next to pianist during performance/ USA
1951 Wide shot Marian Anderson singing Ave Maria onstage next to pianist during performance/ USA
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
French Boy Scouts sing for Mayor Jimmy Walker and opera singers at New York City Hall
Title card: "Singing French boy scouts do a good turn for mayor - Visiting troop renders stirring anthem, 'Marseillaise' at the city hall for His Honor and opera stars" / The scouts of various ages sing in the choir, wearing scout...
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
Montgomery, Swarthout, Smith, Atwell sign pledges to NRA; Kiely and others present
Title card: "Screen, Radio and Stage Rally to NRA" / group of performers around Postmaster Kiely behind desk, stripes of flag on wall / CU Robert Montgomery at desk signing pledge card supporting the National Recovery Administration; SOT...
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
Premiere in NY City of movie "Cease Fire" about US soldiers fighting in Korean War
Title "Gala military premiere on Time Square" superimposed over Times Square at night / Times Square at night / Times Square, pan across to Criterion Theatre marquee featuring "Cease Fire", crowd in front of theater / closer shot of...
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
A fish store clerk's second job as an opera singer
Title: "Fish scales and opera, meet Joseph Mordino..." superimposed on a shot of Joseph Mordino singing holding a fish / On a sidewalk he looks up at posters with numerous operas listed; the largest one is "Otello" with a closeup of...
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
1931 starlets introduced by WAMPAS
WS group of budding actresses wearing evening gowns stands on outdoor steps with an emcee as the Western Association of Motion Picture Advertisers presents its 1931 "baby stars," beauties whom it thinks will have promising film careers;...
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
Ernestine Schumann-Heink introduces new starlets chosen by the Western Association of Motion Picture Advertisers
WS group of budding actresses wearing evening gowns stands on outdoor steps with famed operatic contralto Madame Ernestine Schumann-Heink as the Western Association of Motion Picture Advertisers presents its 1931 "baby stars," beauties...