‘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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As war rages in Ukraine, Boston Symphony Orchestra performs powerful anti-war requiem
Britten’s “absolutely brilliant” piece was written in the shadow of WWII and laments the suffering of war. -
Book Club: Brendan Slocumb's 'The Violin Conspiracy'
It's our April selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.” -
Arts This Week: J.M.W. Turner at the MFA, new lessons from the old master
Terri Lyne Carrington, a three-time Grammy award winning jazz musician, is on a mission to find a new musical prodigy and promote gender equity.
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Celebrating 100 Years of the Lincoln Memorial
We celebrate 100 years of the Lincoln Memorial. -
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."
