‘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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A Christmas Celtic Sojourn welcomes back live audiences
Brian O'Donovan joined GBH's All Things Considered to talk about the return to live shows — plus the virtual option they're keeping from last year. -
A Celtic Sojourn's Brian O'Donovan remembers Mass. folk musicians Scott Alarik and Bill Staines
The two prominent figures "left behind a legacy of a gentle approach to music." -
The beat goes on: local musicians return — in person — to the Boston Music Awards
The 2021 awards show brought artists together from all over New England to celebrate the music community, after last year’s awards were held virtually due to the pandemic.
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More Culture Programs
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Backstage With Neal McDonough
Go backstage with The Tabernacle Choir's guest artist, actor Neal McDonough. -
On This Day, Earth Shall Ring ("Personent hodie")
Watch The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra perform 'On This Day, Earth Shall Ring'. -
Sussex Carol
Watch The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra perform 'Sussex Carol'. -
The Holly and the Ivy
Megan Hilty performs 'The Holly and the Ivy' with The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra.
