‘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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Open Studio: Mayor Wu on all things arts, and a traveling hip-hop theater troupe
Watch "Open Studio With Jared Bowen" as he meets with Mayor Wu to discuss Boston arts and the group Freestyle Love Supreme. -
Arts This Week: Wu’s plan for the arts
Hear Jared Bowen on the Boston mayor’s plan to revitalizes the city's art scene on Arts This Week. -
Stoughton native gains traction online after sharing her experience as a Black woman in pop
When Amber Ais posted a 7-second video on TikTok, she never imagined the reach it would have.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Josef Strauss' "Pearls of Love" Waltz
Performers from the Vienna State Ballet dance to Josef Strauss' "Pearls of Love" waltz.| 1:27 -
Episode 1, Season 2022<br> United In Song 2022: Ringing in the New Year Together
Ring in the New Year with music that celebrates our nation's diversity.| 1:23:24 -
Carolina Gaitán - "Cerquita Del Mar"
Carolina Gaitán performs her original song "Cerquita Del Mar."| 3:37 -
Boise State Meistersingers - "Calling My Children Home"
The Boise State Meistersingers perform "Calling My Children Home."| 3:27
