The Hyers Sisters' Dream & Legacy

In the perilous 1870's and 80's, The Hyers Sisters (popular African-American, touring-opera prodigies) left their dream of opera stardom and stood up for the dignity of their people to become Voices for Freedom -- changing minds and hearts, introducing the first black leading players to operatic audiences, and creating the first American musicals.

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Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
33 mins
Status
Finished
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Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
33 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Sep 17, 2020
Season
2020
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0
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Documentary

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In the perilous 1870's and 80's, The Hyers Sisters (popular African-American, touring-opera prodigies) left their dream of opera stardom and stood up for the dignity of their people to become Voices for Freedom -- changing minds and hearts, introducing the first black leading players to operatic audiences, and creating the first American musicals.

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Japanese

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