‘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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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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Rhiannon Giddens Performs "Count on Me"
Rhiannon Giddens performs "Count on Me" -
Lea Salonga Performs "The Prayer"
Lea Salonga performs "The Prayer." -
Alfie Boe Performs "The Impossible Dream"
Alfie Boe performs "The Impossible Dream." -
Episode 5, Season 6<br> Darrell Scott
Singer-songwriter Darrell Scott's music is intensely personal but also universal.| 24:41
