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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Culture in the News
‘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: A New Look At Frida Kahlo’s Groundbreaking Work
Jared Bowen explores Frida Kahlo’s legacy, as well as an exhibit that traces the cultural and historical impact of hair. -
In ‘With Dad,’ A Son Documents His Father’s 20-Year Fight With Alzheimer’s
Worcester native Stephen DiRado captured his father’s decline from behind the camera. -
'Revolver' By Evan Schwartz: A Love Letter To Rock And Roll And John Lennon
Evan Schwartz has now entered the world of fiction with his newest book about a couple of high school lovers who end up on a collision course with their hero.
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Episode 5, Season 50<br> NY Phil Reopening of David Geffen Hall
Celebrate with a performance of Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” led by Jaap van Zweden.| 1:22:25 -
Episode 4804, Season 48<br> Parker McCollum / Robert Earl Keen
Texans Parker McCollum and Robert Earl Keen showcase tunes from the Lone Star State.| 53:26 -
Episode 10, Season 11<br> Rose B. Simpson, Punto Urban Art Museum, and more
Rose B. Simpson, Punto Urban Art Museum, and more| 26:46 -
Episode 4805, Season 48<br> Allison Russell / The Weather Station
Allison Russell and The Weather Station offer an hour of intelligent, impassioned music.| 53:26
