‘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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Culture in the News
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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Prison system 'is somehow even worse than I thought,' formerly incarcerated journalist says
Keri Blakinger highlights dehumanization in America's prison system through her new memoir. -
People behind The Embrace want the sculpture to spur action, keep alive Kings' legacy in Boston
King Boston's Embrace Ideas festival featured Hank Wills Thomas, the man behind The Embrace monument. -
The 24th Roxbury Film Festival celebrates films by, for and about people of color
RoxFilm's schedule is packed with 80 films this year, ranging from documentaries to animation.
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Pia Toscano Sings the National Anthem
Pia Toscano sings "The National Anthem." -
A Gold Star Family's Story of Resilience
The story of Gold Star family, the Grahams. -
The Story of Francis Whitebird, Vietnam Medic
The story of Vietnam medic, Francis Whitebird. -
Celebrating 100 Years of the Lincoln Memorial
We celebrate 100 years of the Lincoln Memorial.
