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Born during the waning years of the Weimar Republic, Gerhard L. Weinberg escaped Hitler Germany to England in 1938. In the 1950s, he embarked on a remarkable academic career in the U.S. In his meticulous archival work, he discovered Hitler's unpublished second book that dealt extensively with the later dictator's foreign policy designs. The talk details Hitler's views of and plans for the U.S. and the role of the "Jewish Question."

Herbie Hancock has defied tradition over the years creating music that expands the possibilities of musical thought. Embracing elements of rock, soul, funk and electronica, Hancock is often described by many as a visionary, an architect in the post-bop sound. With a career spanning more than 50 years, his passion for innovation and creativity remains unparalleled.

Founded in 1969 by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook, Dance Theatre of Harlem is a globally-acclaimed dance institution that has occupied a distinguished place in the New York City’s cultural landscape and brings innovative and bold new forms of artistic expression to audiences across the country and around the world. The 16-member professional dance ensemble has performed in 41 countries on six continents, in 44 states and more than 250 cities across North America.