‘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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Comedian Jenny Yang Brings Delicious Stand-Up To The Northeast
Her Leaf Peeper Tour comes to The Sinclair in Cambridge on Oct. 21. -
What We Can All Learn From Wedding Announcements
Author Cate Doty details her experience as a New York Times wedding announcements writer. -
‘Bad Art Friend’ Sparks Debates On Journalism Ethics, Copyright Law And Cyberbullying
A recent New York Times piece has social media wondering how one woman’s story of organ donation could result in allegations of plagiarism and drawn-out legal battles.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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"Walk Until I Ride"
A lively performance by Shemekia Copeland singing her song "Walk Until I Ride."| 4:25 -
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 -
Episode 16, Season 50<br> Now Hear This “Albéniz: Portraits of Spain”
Discover the inspirations Spain provided composer Isaac Albéniz with host Scott Yoo.| 54:25
