‘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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Author And Self-Described Vagrant Sebastian Junger Talks 'Freedom' In Conversation About New Book
The journalist, filmmaker, and "Perfect Storm" author's latest book centers on the concept of freedom, and his time traversing hundreds of miles along Pennsylvania train tracks. -
Brattle Theatre Executive Director: Outpouring Of Community Support Was Like 'It's A Wonderful Life'
Ned Hinkle and Ivy Moylan joined Boston Public Radio to talk about making it through COVID-19 and the programming they have scheduled for the year ahead. -
Arts This Week: Firelei Báez Rises From The Deep At The ICA Watershed
Jared Bowen brings us a large-scale installation at the ICA Watershed and gives us a first look at “Club Sandwich,” the New Hampshire venue entertainer John Davidson is launching.
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How Spain Shaped Albéniz
Manuel Barrueco and Juan Pérez Floristán discuss how Albéniz was influenced by Spain.| 2:57 -
Ballet Flameco de Andalucia Performs Albéniz's "El Puerto"
Watch Ballet Flamenco de Andalucia perform a piece choreographed to Albéniz's "El Puerto."| 2:43 -
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"Walk Until I Ride"
A lively performance by Shemekia Copeland singing her song "Walk Until I Ride."| 4:25
