‘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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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 reboot: Artists who are exploring how technology touches our everyday lives
The latest episode of Open Studio features artist Tabitha Soren, photographer Steve Koppel and artist Fatimah Tuggar. -
Augmented reality roams the Emerald Necklace
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SpeakEasy Stage, Huntington Theatre and Gloucester Stage share the spotlight at the 39th Elliot Norton Awards
Three went to “The Bluest Eye” based on from Toni Morrison’s enduring debut novel.
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