Regie Gibson announced as first Poet Laureate of Massachusetts
Governor Maura Healey shared more details about the new role at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem Friday.
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‘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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Arts This Week: Firelei Báez Rises From The Deep At The ICA Watershed
Jared Bowen brings us a large-scale installation at the ICA Watershed and gives us a first look at “Club Sandwich,” the New Hampshire venue entertainer John Davidson is launching. -
Bob Ross And The Death And Life Of Great Virtual Art Galleries
Data visualizer Connor Rothschild spent two months putting together a virtual gallery of Bob Ross paintings that earned internet accolades. But then there was a problem. -
The History And Cycle Of Police Violence In America
Historian and author Elizabeth Hinton speaks about her latest book.
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