‘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.
Sign up for GBH newsletters
GBH offers several newsletters focused on the topics that matter to you.
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.
-
‘Teenage Dick’ is a model for disability representation on stage and on screen
In the Huntington's modern adaptation of "Richard III," two disabled actors step into a setting with life and death stakes: high school. -
Handel's "Messiah," with Boston Baroque
Ring in the holidays with Boston Baroque’s celebrated annual holiday tradition, Handel’s Messiah.Martin Pearlman’s GRAMMY®-nominated interpretation… -
Basic Black: Holiday films and representation
This time of year, new movies are a way to bond with family and friends.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
-
Episode 2, Season 1<br> Under Siege
Explore the 1980s and the birth of Hip Hop as social commentary. -
How Jesse Jackson’s ‘84 Run Empowered the Black Community
The 1980s was a time of urban decay, but also saw an expansion of the Black middle class. -
The Police and Gangs Of Southern California
Police violence influences the Hip Hop sounds coming out of Southern California. -
How Public Enemy's 'Fight The Power' Became an Anthem
Spike Lee finds the anthem for his new film with Public Enemy in 'Fight the Power.'
