‘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.
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An All-Star Ensemble Performs Big Yellow Taxi
An all-star ensemble sings "Big Yellow Taxi" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 3:25 -
Joni Mitchell's Gershwin Prize Acceptance Speech
Singer and songwriter Joni Mitchell accepts the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.| 0:51 -
Marcus Mumford Performs Carey
Marcus Mumford performs "Carey" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert honoring Joni Mitchell.| 3:32 -
Graham Nash Performs A Case of You
Graham Nash performs "A Case of You" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert for Joni Mitchell.| 5:01
