‘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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The unlikely story of how ‘Dirty Water’ became a Fenway anthem
Fans will hopefully hear the victory song at the Red Sox home opener tomorrow. -
Arts This Week: Mark Wahlberg as Father Stu and Boston's newest exhibits
GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen rounds up arts this week in and around Boston for people to enjoy. -
Boston Children's Museum to close Boston Black, open new exhibit focused on identity and community
"We're really building off of what made Boston Black special," says Malene Welch on the new exhibit You, Me, We.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Episode 5, Season 6<br> Darrell Scott
Singer-songwriter Darrell Scott's music is intensely personal but also universal.| 24:41 -
Darrell Scott at the Piano
Darrell Scott plays an excerpt from his song “You’ll Never Leave Harlan Alive.”| 3:09 -
Sondheim and The Character of Bobby
Stephen Sondheim, Cynthia Nixon and Hilton Als discuss the character of Bobby.| 2:20 -
Behind the Scenes of Broadway's "Company" with Patti LuPone
Get a behind-the-scenes look into the rehearsal room of "Company."| 9:39
