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How do today’s masters create their art? "Creative Spark" presents narrative interviews that go in-depth with an iconic artist about the creation of a single work. Each episode offers a unique window into the world of art and the creative process of artists and cultural icons across a wide range of disciplines, from music and comedy to poetry and film.

Actress Natasha Rothwell on her creative process in "The White Lotus."
Actor Daniel Dae Kim on his groundbreaking career and new project, "Butterfly."
TV writer and host Phil Rosenthal talks about finding our shared humanity in food and comedy.
Support for American Masters is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, AARP, Rosalind P. Walter Foundation, Judith and Burton Resnick, Blanche and Hayward Cirker Charitable Lead Annuity Trust, Koo and Patricia Yuen, Lillian Goldman Programming Endowment, Seton J. Melvin, Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation, Anita and Jay Kaufman, The Philip and Janice Levin Foundation, Kate W. Cassidy Foundation, The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, The Ambrose Monell Foundation, Ellen and James S. Marcus, The Charina Endowment Fund, The Marc Haas Foundation and public television viewers.
Episodes
Explores the life, works and beliefs of the late writer and civil rights activist.
A father of bebop, Charlie Parker influenced generations of musicians.
Calder’s aesthetic revolution concerned a somewhat taboo topic in the art world - fun.
Alice Waters has made it her mission in life to make sure that people eat beautifully.
Explore the creative genius of I.M. Pei as he reshapes the future of architecture in China
Watch the full documentary on Lennon's life in New York City during the 1970s.
Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning novelist Philip Roth
The first documentary about the legend behind much of the bold television of the '70s.
Patsy Cline defined modern country music by using her singular talent and emotional depth.
Today’s American food movement can be traced back to one man: James Beard.
Tyrus Wong's pioneering artwork led to iconic works like Bambi and Rebel Without a Cause.
He lived fast, died young and created thousands of drawings and paintings.
Extras
Harvey Fierstein talks to director Michael Kantor backstage during the production of "Hairspray."
Henry Winkler took Marlee Matlin in for two years while she recovered from a turbulent time.
Marlee Matlin refused to allow a hearing actor to play her Deaf husband in the 2021 film “CODA.”
Marlee Matlin visits the house she grew up in Morton Grove, Illinois.
Learn about Marlee Matlin, Oscar-winning actress and champion of the Deaf community.
Follow furniture maker and conceptual artist Norman Teague as he prepares for a solo exhibition.
Follow furniture maker and conceptual artist Norman Teague as he prepares for a solo exhibition.
Explore the creative process and familial narrative behind acclaimed fashion label House of Aama.
Explore the creative process and familial narrative behind acclaimed fashion label House of Aama.
Discover this portrait of the Cuban-American graphic artist and graphic novelist Edel Rodriguez.