‘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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How Smaller, Niche Museums Are Making It Through The Pandemic Wilderness
The pandemic meant some began exploring new hobbies and curiosities, which niche museums could capitalize on. -
Newport Folk Festival Returns To The Stage — With Precautions
The festival's capacity was cut in half, and proof of vaccination or a negative test is required for entry. -
Arts This Week: The Rose Art Museum Reopens At Brandeis University
Jared Bowen takes us through the reopening of the Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University and speaks with the artist behind the new Chinatown mural “Where We Belong.”
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Highlights From International Jazz Day
Jazz stars from around the globe come together to celebrate the unifying power of music.| 2:34 -
"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
