‘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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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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