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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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Sunday's Oscars Make History With Diverse Nominations
The 93rd Academy Awards sets a record for representation from people of color. -
Arts This Week: Mel Kendrick And Frontline Songs
Jared Bowen takes us through a retrospective of the work of Mel Kendrick and shares a new track from Frontline Songs. -
Boston Public Library To Eliminate Late Fees For All Patrons
Late fees discourage patrons from visiting the library, even if the amount owed is small, says BPL Director of Library Services Michael Colford
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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 2, Season 50<br> Intimate Apparel
Experience this powerful opera with a libretto by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage.| 2:11:32
