Pop culture: Jazz Appreciation Month, new Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and ‘Michael’ biopic
"Under the Radar" discusses the latest pop culture headlines including Karol G headlining Coachella, the death of Afrika Bambaataa and BTS' new album.
Music & Culture Events
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In PersonGBH Jazz Night with Sam Spear (Boston Public Library)
Presented by GBH Music and JazzBoston, this GBH Jazz Night features woodwind player and composer Sam Spear performing a collection of songs inspired by her formative years emerging in Boston’s music scene.
GBH Jazz Nights showcase the incredible range of jazz talent in the Greater Boston area. The series is co-hosted by JazzBoston and GBH Music, taking place on the second Thursday of every month from September through May. Tickets are free, but registration is encouraged. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early! By registering, you agree to receive email communications from GBH Music.
GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund. -
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Bookmarked LIVE! At Molly’s Bookstore featuring Tara Menon
Join Callie Crossley at the NEW Molly's Bookstore in Allston as she interviews Tara Menon, assistant professor of English at Harvard, about her buzzy debut novel, "Under Water." Get a behind-the-scenes look at the creation and inspiration behind the book, and hear excerpts from the novel read by the author. There will also be time for questions from the audience. Join us for this FREE special event! -
Virtual
Beyond the Page with R.L. Stine
400 million books in print. 32 languages. One worldwide phenomenon.
He’s been a Jeopardy! clue, a crossword puzzle answer, Buster Bunny’s “Scary Uncle Bob” on Arthur, and the reason millions of children stayed up past their bedtimes. Now, New York Times bestselling author and master storyteller R.L. Stine joins Beyond the Page for an unforgettable conversation.
From the 30-year legacy of Goosebumps to the chart-topping Fear Street films on Netflix, Stine has defined the horror genre for generations of readers. Whether you grew up devouring his paperbacks under the covers with a flashlight or you’ve discovered his new Disney+ series today, don’t miss this rare opportunity to spend an evening with a literary legend and one of the bestselling children’s authors in history.How to Attend
BTP Bundle
Attend the live conversation AND receive a signed book, shipped straight to your door.
This bundle includes:- Virtual admission to the live program on May 14
- A SIGNED copy of Goosebumps House of Shivers #6: One Night at Camp Bigfoot by R.L. Stine
- GBH Membership (includes access to Passport)
Signed books can be added at the point of registration. All books will be shipped following the event.
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Culture in the News
An immersive Indian classical music experience takes root in Lexington
Shadaj's concerts and annual festival center on the connection between artists and audiences. Founder Rajesh Godbole joins GBH's All Things Considered to share more about the shared experience.
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Reading Road Trip American Stories: Iowa
Buckle up and join PBS Books and the Library of Congress as we visit Iowa on our next stop ! -
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