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Culture in the News
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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Book Club: Erika L. Sanchez's 'Crying in the Bathroom'
Our October pick for "Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club." -
J.B. Smoove is bringing his profane, therapeutic wisdom to the Wilbur Theatre
“I’m gonna soil your outfit. You gonna be soiled with knowledge.” -
Meet Riley the MFA dog, who sniffs out pests to keep art safe
The young Weimaraner has already saved precious artwork, all under a newly developed training regimen. After all, a dog had never taught to protect art before.
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Tree of Life
The Tabernacle Choir, Orchestra at Temple Square, and dancers perform Tree of Life. -
Lea Salonga Sings "Vanilla Ice Cream"
Watch Lea Salonga perform "Vanilla Ice Cream" from the classic musical, "She Loves Me."| 1:24 -
Lea Salonga's "A Whole New World"
Lea Salonga performs one of her classic songs from the Disney musical, "Aladdin."| 2:58 -
Episode 20, Season 9<br> Jagged Little Pill, Moulin Rouge, Indecent, Dear Evan Hansen
We revisit some of our distinguished interviews and award-winning and nominated plays.| 26:46
