‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ showcases the joys and struggles of immigrants in America
The SpeakEasy Stage's production of the Tony Award-winning play centers hair braiders and their lives over one day in the salon in which they work.
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Culture in the News
New book spotlights Madam C.J. Walker’s daughter A’Lelia, who forged her own path
The daughter of America's first Black millionaire became the “joy goddess” of Harlem in the 1920s.
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New short film explores Boston's role in long, dark history of scalping Indigenous people
'Bounty' premieres with virtual screenings at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Nov. 10. -
Never-Before Heard, Leonard Bernstein's ‘Music for String Quartet’ To Premiere At Tanglewood
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Two Students Launch An International Film Festival In West Newton
The Open Gate International Film Festival brings dozens of films to the greater Boston area from Nov. 5-7
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Gary Sinise Pays Tribute to Gold Star Families
Gary Sinise pays tribute to Gold Star Families at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Episode 34, Season 11<br> Local Color: A Look at Four Regional Artists
This week we're revisiting conversations with local artists| 26:46 -
Episode 33, Season 11<br> Rob "ProBlak" Gibbs and the power of his positivity
We talk to artist Rob "ProBlak" Gibbs and Pulitzer-Prize winning art critic Sebastian Smee| 26:46 -
Brian d'Arcy James Performs "You'll Be in My Heart"
Brian d'Arcy James performed "You'll Be in My Heart" at the 2021 Concert.
