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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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ICA's longtime director Jill Medvedow is stepping down
In a quarter century at its helm, she transformed it from a small museum with 10,000 annual visitors to around 310,000 today. -
Paranormal romance gives readers an escape beyond Halloween
Romance books featuring spooky characters are on the rise and filling the shelves of bookstores year round, not just during Halloween season. -
Watertown's New Repertory Theatre closing after 40 seasons
The New Repertory Theatre said it could no longer sustain itself, citing pandemic challenges and declining donations.
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Jamey Johnson Performs "21 Guns"
US Marine Corps veteran Jamey Johnson performs "21 Guns" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Reach Out Conversation with Mary McCormack & U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Kirstie Ennis
Mary McCormack and Kirstie Ennis reach out to veterans on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Full Cast Performs "God Bless America"
The full cast of the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert performs "God Bless America." -
Preparing Lutiebelle to Become Cousin Bee
Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) prepares Lutiebelle by quizzing her about her "past."| 2:45
