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Culture in the News
Omar Thomas on making “Griot Songs” at GBH
Omar Thomas is a large ensemble composer who’s had work commissioned by Eastman New Jazz Ensemble, the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus, and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. His newest album, “Griot Songs,” was recorded entirely in the GBH Fraser Performance Studio. He spoke to Al Davis and Va Lynda Robinson about the process.
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Book Club: Eric Nguyen's 'Things We Lost To The Water'
Nguyen's debut novel follows an immigrant family as they create a life in New Orleans, each member struggling to carve out their own identity along the way. -
Will Consumers Cut The Cord On Streaming Services?
At the tail end of a pandemic that boosted demand for subscription-based entertainment, rising rates for too little content risks driving viewers away. -
Arts This Week: Sonya Clark, 'TJ Loves Sally 4 Ever' and 'Crip Camp'
GBH Arts Editor Jared Bowen takes us through two exhibitions of artist Sonya Clark’s work at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum. Plus, reviews of “TJ Loves Sally 4 Ever” and the Oscar-nominated film “Crip Camp.”
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Behind the Scenes of "Intimate Apparel"
Lynn Nottage speaks with cast members Kearstin Piper Brown and Chabrelle Williams.| 3:07 -
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Episode 5, Season 11<br> Patrick Kelly, Alpha 60, and more
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Episode 2, Season 50<br> Intimate Apparel
Experience this powerful opera with a libretto by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage.| 2:11:32
