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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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Remembering Chita Rivera, a musical theater icon
Today on "The Culture Show," it's our arts and culture round-up, including remembering Chita Rivera and Mona Lisa's run-in with pumpkin soup and climate activists. -
At local music production spaces, teens find confidence, community and college acceptances
Music production studios are building community and technical skills for teens amid a decline in third spaces. -
Company One Theatre leads the accessible arts charge with pay-what-you-can model
The local group has instated a new policy for its latest season, a move that could set a standard for the local scene. Two of its cofounders join The Culture Show to discuss.
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Bob Ross paints an old dockside pier. -
Episode 4044, Season 40<br> Barn at Sunset
Bob Ross paints a big old barn in a snowy setting of frostbitten foliage. -
Episode 4045, Season 40<br> Galaxy Grandeur
Nicholas Hankins crafts a night scene with silhouettes of happy little Bob Ross trees. -
Episode 4035, Season 40<br> Woodland Peace
Nicholas Hankins shows us how to create an inviting Bob Ross styled woodland scene.