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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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Encore: Dishing with the author of 'The Official Wakanda Cookbook'
In honor of the release of the "Black Panther" sequel, we're revisiting a discussion chock-full of fictional-turned-real recipes. -
Encore: Creating a career out of fantasy food through pop culture cookbooks
Chelsea Monroe-Cassel has turned her fantasy fandom into a full-time career. -
On Broadway, the American dream and the American pastime are under scrutiny
Jared Bowen takes a detour to NYC, with a look at the latest plays.
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Episode 14, Season 9<br> Boston Lyric Opera's Mobile Truck and Artist Adam Pendleton
Boston Lyric Opera's Mobile Truck, Artist Adam Pendleton at the Gardner Museum, and more| 26:46 -
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"Where Is The Love"
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Episode 13, Season 9<br> Mayflower II, Aspen Golann, "Otherworld," and Amy Sherald
The restoration of the Mayflower II, Artist and furniture maker Aspen Golann, and more| 26:46
