Known as the “Divine Miss M,” Bette Midler is the quintessential entertainer: a singer, a dancer, a comedienne, and a dramatic actress.

This time around she plays herself in this rare spoken-word performance. Hear about her passions beyond showbiz, specifically her work as  founder the New York Restoration Project (NYRP,) a nonprofit organization with the goal of revitalizing neglected neighborhood parks in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods of New York City.