Ruthie Ann Miles in 'Here Lies Love' at The Public Theater at Astor Place.

"Pippin"; "Here Lies Love"; "Frances Ha"; and Please Explain: Neuroaesthetics

The Leonard Lopate Show | May 30, 2013

Three stars from “Pippin,” Andrea Martin, Patina Miller, and Terrence Mann, talk about their Tony-nominated roles in the Broadway revival of this beloved musical. David Byrne talks about bringing his disco musical “Here Lies Love,” to the Public Theater, and its star, Ruthie Ann Miles, talks about playing Imelda Marcos. Director Noah Baumbach and star Greta Gerwig discuss their new film, “Frances Ha.” And this week’s Please Explain is about neuroaesthetics and the science of how we perceive beauty.

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