How 'Revolución diamantina' went from a protest to a Grammy-winning ballet
Acclaimed Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz joined All Things Considered to discuss her inspiration for her ballet.
Music & Culture Events
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The Ulysses Quartet at The Boston Public Library (March 2025)
Join GBH Music's quartet in residence, the Ulysses Quartet, for a performance at the Boston Public Library! -
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Megan Marshall talks with Janice Nimura about “After Lives”
The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer of celebrated American women, Megan Marshall has been hailed as a “gifted storyteller” (New Yorker) at “the front rank of American biographers” (New York Times).
Join us to hear about her latest work “After Lives: On Biography and Mysteries of the Human Heart” and gain insight from her discussion with fellow biographer Janice Nimura. Don’t miss their conversation about remarkable women in history and their own lives and work. Special for Women’s History Month.Partner:American Ancestors -
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Beyond the Page with Marie Benedict
Beyond the Page is excited to welcome and celebrate another illustrious author – Marie Benedict!
Marie Benedict is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Known for her engaging mysteries and use of real-life events as inspiration, Marie has written a number of novels including The Milford Affair, The Mystery of Mrs. Christie, The First Ladies, and The Personal Librarian. Her recently released mystery is The Queens of Crime. Her books have been chosen for the Good Morning America Book Club and Target’s Book of the Year, among other distinct honors.
Join us as Marie shares her knowledge, dives deeper into her compelling stories, and answers your burning questions!
This event offers two ticket options:- Attend the event $0
- Attend the event + receive a SIGNED copy of The Queens of Crime + GBH membership $60
Concerts to Watch
GBH Music Holiday Spectacular 2024
Celebrate the season with the GBH Music Holiday Spectacular, a family-friendly concert and an opportunity for music lovers to be part of a live television production at GBH’s headquarters in Brighton.
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Culture in the News
Turning 50? Chelsea Handler calls it ‘mid-century joyfulness’
The comedian’s latest book — releasing on her 50th birthday — is a hilarious and heartfelt reflection on her ever-eventful life.
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A year of 'wins' for Asian American representation in movies and TV
Under the Radar breaks down new Asian American-centered representation in TV and movies in this special hour-long discussion. -
Despite cancelled Prudential expansion, Harvard Book Store sees bright future for independent book sellers
Independent book stores around Boston are seeing increased sales and popular in-person events. -
At 'Music of the Midnight Sun' festival, a celebration of Nordic folk music
Finnish-American musician Sara Pajunen wants her listeners to reflect on history, power and their own identity.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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The War And Treaty Performs "Up Yonder"
The War And Treaty performs "Up Yonder" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise Remember the Fallen
Joe & Gary remember the fallen & their families at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
S. Epatha Merkerson, Dulé Hill Tell the Magee Family Story
S. Epatha Merkerson, Dulé Hill, and Chosen Jacobs tell the story of the Magee family. -
Gary Sinise Honors Vietnam Prisoners of War
Gary Sinise honors Vietnam prisoners of war at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert.