Preparing Lutiebelle to Become Cousin Bee

Season 51 Episode 21

About the Episode

Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) prepares Lutiebelle (Kara Young) to become Cousin Bee by quizzing her about her "past" in this satirical play by Ossie Davis.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 2m 45s

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In Memoriam: Jac Venza

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Audra McDonald Performs "Climb Ev'ry Mountain"

Audra McDonald Performs "Climb Ev'ry Mountain" in this anniversary concert.

1:05
Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary

Features an all-star cast at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

1:28:14
Purlie's Plan

Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) tells Missy about his plan to get his church back.

2:47
Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary Preview

Features an all-star cast at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

0:30
Purlie Victorious Preview

The comedic play tells the story of a Black preacher’s scheme to reclaim his inheritance.

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Broadway Stars' Earliest Memory of Rodgers & Hammerstein

Audra McDonald, Michael Ball, Daniel Dae Kim discuss their earliest memory of R&H.

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