Regie Gibson announced as first Poet Laureate of Massachusetts
Governor Maura Healey shared more details about the new role at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem Friday.
Music & Culture Events
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In PersonJune 2025 Outspoken Saturdays
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Join us!
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In Person
GBH Music Presents: Christina Day Martinson and Friends
Join Grammy-nominated baroque violinist Christina Day Martinson and her acclaimed collaborators for an intimate recital celebrating her extraordinary career and the forthcoming documentary A Second Movement, which captures her life story and artistry. The evening showcases the full breadth of Christina’s musical expression, featuring selections from her Grammy-nominated album Biber: The Mystery Sonatas alongside new compositions. Hosted by WCRB’s Brian McCreath, this special performance also includes conversations with Christina and features guest performers: theorbo player Michael Leopold, composer and pianist Olivia Pérez-Collellmir, and composer/musician Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol.
Photo credit: Courtesy of A Second Movement.
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Culture in the News
‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ showcases the joys and struggles of immigrants in America
The SpeakEasy Stage's production of the Tony Award-winning play centers hair braiders and their lives over one day in the salon in which they work.
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Andrew Ridker explores a Jewish family’s unraveling in his Brookline-set novel ‘Hope’
Written during the pandemic, Ridker tells a story of a more optimistic time in America. -
Is barbecue growing in popularity in New England?
More and more restaurants are popping up and bringing the traditionally Southern cuisine up North. -
Democrats want South Carolina to lead 2024 primaries. New Hampshire has other plans
The Democratic National Committee proposed changes to the presidential primary calendar next year, but New Hampshire state law says the Granite state must vote first.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Episode 4118, Season 41<br> By the Sea
Come visit the coast with Bob Ross and paint a glorious seascape. -
Episode 4127, Season 41<br> Mirrored Images
Join Bob Ross on a clear windless day, where reflections guide his brushstrokes. -
Episode 4128, Season 41<br> A Trace of Spring
Stroll down to the river with Bob Ross. -
Episode 4122, Season 41<br> River's Peace
Join Bob Ross as he paints a gorgeous river gently flowing alongside a lovely grove,
