Studs speaks with dance critic Walter Terry about his book, Miss Ruth: The More Living Life of Ruth St. Denis. They also discuss her influence on the world of dance. A few audio clips of Walter Terry interviewing Ruth St. Denis are played.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

A conversation with the dancer and choreographer about the evolution of dance, including the distinctive style for which he was known, made famous in his "Junk Dances."*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations

The principal dancer of the New York City Ballet Company talks about his career and an upcoming performance at the Auditorium Theatre.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The director of The Arve Connection Dance Company talks about how he incorporates modern jazz and rock sounds into his choreography.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Two dancers from different generations share their perspectives on modern dance and how they came together to work on a new project.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Choreographer and dancer Amalia Hernandez discusses her influences, as the ensemble that she founded, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, prepares for an upcoming performance at the Arie Crown Theater.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations

Discussing the book "Loneliness in America" with the author Suzanne Gordon.

Interviewing Katherine Dunham, anthropologist, choreographer, and dancer. Dunham discusses various subjects including Haitian Vodou, an African diasporic religion, and the importance of cultural dance. Content Warning: This conversation has the presence of outdated, biased, offensive language. Rather than remove this content, we present it in the context of twentieth-century social history to acknowledge and learn from its impact and to inspire awareness and discussion.

Actor and author Lois Wheeler Snow discusses her book “China on Stage,” and shares her experiences in China, primarily involving ballet, opera, and plays.