‘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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Arts This Week: Reviewing Boston schools through theater
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Open Studio: Exploring light and space with art pioneers
Open Studio with Jared Bowen marvels at the art of light and discusses ongoing effects of the pandemic on the arts. -
Arts This Week: Exploring light art and the MFA's new ancient world
GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen discusses new exhibits featuring generational artists.
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Judd Hirsch Accepts Best Supporting Actor Award
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Episode 21, Season 11<br> In Living Color: The Obama portraits come to Boston
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‘Tough on Crime’ Bill Translates into Mass Incarceration
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The First Feminist Hip Hop Anthem
Queen Latifah emerges as a Hip Hop pioneer with her release of 'Ladies First.'
