‘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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Poetry's growing popularity starts with local youth poets
We’re marking National Poetry Month by hearing about our local poetry scene. -
Open Studio: Mark Wahlberg plays a boxer turned priest in 'Father Stu'; Roxbury artist's legacy on display at ICA
The latest episode of Open Studio features Dorchester's own, Mark Wahlberg. Jared then visits Roxbury artist Napoleon Jones-Henderson. -
Arts This Week: An American classic takes the stage
Every week GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen rounds up a list of arts happening in and around Boston for people to enjoy.
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