Regie Gibson announced as first Poet Laureate of Massachusetts
Governor Maura Healey shared more details about the new role at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem Friday.
Music & Culture Events
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In PersonJune 2025 Outspoken Saturdays
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Join us!
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In Person
GBH Music Presents: Christina Day Martinson and Friends
Join Grammy-nominated baroque violinist Christina Day Martinson and her acclaimed collaborators for an intimate recital celebrating her extraordinary career and the forthcoming documentary A Second Movement, which captures her life story and artistry. The evening showcases the full breadth of Christina’s musical expression, featuring selections from her Grammy-nominated album Biber: The Mystery Sonatas alongside new compositions. Hosted by WCRB’s Brian McCreath, this special performance also includes conversations with Christina and features guest performers: theorbo player Michael Leopold, composer and pianist Olivia Pérez-Collellmir, and composer/musician Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol.
Photo credit: Courtesy of A Second Movement.
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Culture in the News
‘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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Book Club: Stacy Schiff's 'The Revolutionary'
Our November selection for "Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club." -
Open Studio: In conversation with Ukrainian Artist Igor Golyak about art and war
Each week, Jared Bowen brings you into the world of arts and culture within Boston and beyond. -
A planetarium in Springfield gives new meaning to dancing with the stars
Many stars populate the night sky — and many cultures brighten the town of Springfield.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Episode 37, Season 9<br> Artist Sonya Clark, Graphic artist Karl Stevens, and more
Artist Sonya Clark at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Graphic artist Karl Stevens| 26:46 -
"I Put A Spell On You"
Watch a powerful performance of Jay Hawkins and Herb Slotkin's "I Put A Spell On You."| 3:45 -
"La Belle Vie"
Dee Dee Bridgewater delivers a stunning performance of the classic "La Belle Vie."| 5:40 -
"Bring Him Back Home (Nelson Mandela)"
Enjoy a moving performance of "Bring Him Back Home (Nelson Mandela)."| 5:14
