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Beacon Circle Events

The Beacon Circle is a wonderful way to gain insider access to GBH. Every year, patrons are invited to private parties and concerts, exclusive film screenings and discussions at GBH Studios and more. Meet the notable reporters, filmmakers and musicians you love through a series of unique events and share these experiences with a community of your peers.

To learn more about how to join the Beacon Circle or about the events below, please call the Beacon Circle Concierge Line at 617-300-3900 or email beacon_circle@wgbh.org.

Save the Date

We invite you to save the date for the following events. For more information, keep an eye on your inbox for a formal invitation in the coming weeks. Not receiving Beacon Circle invitations? Please email beacon_circle@wgbh.org to resubscribe to our email list!

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Beacon Circle Celebrates 30 Years of ANTIQUES ROADSHOW

Tuesday, April 28, 7:00 - 9:00pm
GBH Studios

Formal invitation forthcoming for GBH Beacon Circle Benefactors and Innovators

Benefactors and Innovators are invited to join us for an exclusive evening celebrating 30 years of ANTIQUES ROADSHOW. Enjoy a cocktail reception and lively conversation with Executive Producer Marsha Bemko and appraisers Colleene Fesko, John Delaney, and Ken Gloss. Hear behind-the-scenes stories about the series’ most memorable finds, discover the Detours podcast, and put your treasure-spotting instincts to the test with the PriceRange game. After all, every great discovery begins with a closer look.

New Patron Welcome Series

As a thank you to our newest patrons, we are excited to offer a series of gatherings to provide a closer look at the work and voices behind GBH, and create space for conversation and connection within the Beacon Circle.

Studio Tour & Beyond the Page with Marie Benedict

Monday, March 30, 7:30 - 9:00pm
GBH Studios

Come to our Brighton Studios for a behind-the-scenes tour and learn how your favorite programs are made in Boston and shared with our audiences across the world. Then join us in Yawkey Theater for Beyond the Page with Marie Benedict, a conversation with the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author.

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New Patron Welcome with GBH News

Friday, April 10 or 24 (TBD), 12:00 - 1:00pm
Virtual

Join us online to meet members of our team, connect with fellow patrons, and hear from our GBH Newsroom. Grab your lunch and enjoy an inside look at how our journalists are covering the local issues that matter most to our communities. Formal invitation coming soon!

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GBH Jazz Night: Miles Davis Tribute

Thursday, May 28, 5:00pm
Boston Public Library

For our final GBH Jazz Night of the season, jazz fusion trumpeter Tiger Okoshi performs a Miles Davis tribute concert in honor of Davis’s 100th birthday. We invite you to come early for refreshments and mingling before settling in for the performance. Formal invitation coming soon!

Patron Perks

In addition to the event experiences designed exclusively for you, GBH Beacon Circle members receive a 20% discount to select GBH events. A sampling of offerings is below. To see everything that's coming up — from live music to lectures, tastings to author talks — please visit gbh.org/events.

Stories from the Stage: Truth and Consequences

Wednesday, April 15, 6:30 - 9:15pm
GBH Studios

Step into the studio for an evening of storytelling that centers on truth and its consequences. This program brings together voices sharing personal moments when honesty could not be avoided—decisions that revealed hidden realities, reshaped relationships, or altered the course of events. 

JazzNOW: International Jazz Day with Fabiola Méndez

Thursday, April 30, 7:15 - 9:00pm
GBH Studios

Celebrate International Jazz Day with an unforgettable evening at GBH. Cuatrista and Emmy-nominated composer Fabiola Méndez returns to Fraser Performance Studio, this time as a headliner, joined by her quartet for a vibrant performance that blends Latin folk, jazz, and Afro-Caribbean rhythms.

GBH Amplifies: Ron Mitchell

Thursday, May 14, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Boston Public Library

Join us for GBH Amplifies with Ron Mitchell, publisher and editor of The Bay State Banner, for a conversation highlighting issues impacting Boston and beyond. As part of this weekly series, Mitchell brings his perspective as a longtime journalist and community voice.

American Mosaics: Neave Trio

Wednesday, June 17, 7:15pm - 9:00pm
GBH Studios

The two-time Grammy-nominated Neave Trio brings GBH Music’s 2025–2026 season to a close with American Mosaics, a program that highlights the many influences shaping American musical identity. As part of GBH’s America 250 initiative, the performance reflects on the nation’s cultural landscape ahead of the semiquincentennial in 2026.

Go Behind the Scenes

Joining the Beacon Circle unlocks fabulous experiences tailored to you. Discover a new side of GBH with two unique experiences, guided by our team.

Customized GBH Studio Tour in Brighton
Step inside our headquarters for a personalized tour of our innovative studios. Learn how your favorite programs come to life, meet the people behind the mic, and explore the heart of our operations. From friends who stay glued to our world-class newsroom reporting to CRB enthusiasts to budding Arthur fans, there’s something for everyone — so bring the whole family!

Watch Boston Public Radio Live at the Boston Public Library
Take a front-row seat for a live broadcast of Boston Public Radio at the BPL’s Newsfeed Café. Jim Braude and Margery Eagan tackle smart local conversation with leaders and thinkers shaping Boston and New England.

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Past Events

We’re delighted to offer this library of some of our favorite past patron events, recorded for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy them for the first time or relive the magic of a past Beacon Circle experience!

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Boston Speaker Series Dinner with Marie Yovanovitch, January 16, 2024: Peter Banks and Karen Levy in conversation with Marie Yovanovitch before enjoying dinner at The Lenox and attending Yovanovitch’s Boston Speaker Series lecture.
Lisa Abitbol / Courtesy of GBH
NOVA’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, April 3, 2024: Beacon Circle patron and Board of Trustees Chair Ann Fudge, and President and CEO Susan Goldberg, share a moment with NOVA’s eclipse glasses.
Elizabeth Friar / Courtesy of GBH
An Evening with The Culture Show, May 21, 2024: Beacon Circle Committee Chair, Holly Muson, and patrons enjoy hors d’oeuvres during a reception with the arts and culture community celebrating six months of 'The Culture Show.'
Meredith Nierman/Meredith Nierman / Courtesy of GBH
NOVA’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, April 3, 2024: GBH Advisor Elizabeth Bennett Carroll and Board of Advisors Chair Renee Inomata pose with Co-Executive Producer Julia Cort at NOVA’s 50th Anniversary.
Elizabeth Friar / Courtesy of GBH
An Evening with The Culture Show, May 21, 2024: Patrons and guests enjoying a performance from GBH musicians in residence The Ulysses Quartet.
Meredith Nierman/Meredith Nierman / Courtesy of GBH
An Evening with The Culture Show, May 21, 2024: Beacon Circle Committee Members David Weisner, Liz Rogers, and Oscar Malcolm enjoy refreshments after attending four interviews with the co-hosts of 'The Culture Show' and creatives across the Commonwealth.
Meredith Nierman/Meredith Nierman / Courtesy of GBH
NOVA’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, April 3, 2024: NOVA Science Trust donors Eleanor Morgan and Howard Morgan experiencing a virtual reality provided by NOVA for the 50th Anniversary event.
Elizabeth Friar / Courtesy of GBH
Boston Speaker Series Dinner with Marie Yovanovitch, January 16, 2024: Beacon Circle patrons Yvette Cendes, Martin Pierce, Mary Jo Haggerty, and Sunny Yando pose with former diplomat and retired senior member of the United States Foreign Service, Marie Yovanovitch.
Lisa Abitbol / Courtesy of GBH
Benefactors and Innovators Producers Briefing, June 5, 2024: Beacon Circle patrons Richard Fudge and Gloria Rose with Executive Producer Cameo George before hearing remarks from FRONTLINE, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE, and National Programming Executive Producers.
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Up Close and Personal with GBH News, April 10, 2024: Beacon Circle patrons enjoy remarks from GBH News and The World during an intimate reception held at Ralph Sheridan and Anne Steer’s home.
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Boston Speaker Series Dinner with Marie Yovanovitch, January 16, 2024: Jennifer Stone, Jonathan Green, and other patrons enjoy a conversation with Marie Yovanovitch over dinner.
Lisa Abitbol / Courtesy of GBH
NOVA’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, April 3, 2024: Co-Executive Producer Christ Schmidt smiling with donors Tedd and Ella Saunders after receiving his new NOVA50 lab coat.
Elizabeth Friar / Courtesy of GBH
An Evening with The Culture Show, May 21, 2024: Patron Jonathan Gbur shares his artistic skills during our interactive arts reception in celebration of 'The Culture Show.'
Meredith Nierman/Meredith Nierman / Courtesy of GBH
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