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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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Cape Cod Theatre Project invites audiences into development process for live theater
The artistic director and playwright Gina Femia explain how the unorthodox way they present their plays makes for a different theatrical experience. -
Mouse houses bring tiny doses of whimsy to Boston
Swedish art collective Anonymouse hits Boston with tiny public art. -
Authors are protesting Amazon's e-book policy that allows users to read and return
Earlier this month, Lisa Kessler, a paranormal romance author, logged into Kindle Direct Publishing to check her earnings from the previous month. On her…
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The Red Shoes: From Film to Stage
Matthew Bourne explains how he integrated dance into "The Red Shoes."| 3:33
