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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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'Hallyu! The Korean Wave' makes a big splash at the Museum of Fine Arts
A new exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts is a high amp historical remix of Korean culture and pop culture. It’s a celebration of everything South Korea has to offer, from K-Pop to K-dramas, from fine art to fashion. -
'Rent' star Anthony Rapp brings his life story to the stage in 'Without You'
Anthony Rapp, the actor and singer, went from being a Starbucks Barista to a Broadway star by way of the hit musical “Rent.” But a series of seminal events are the making of Rapp’s one-man-show, “Without You.” -
Gender-reversed revival of 'Company' comes to Boston
Director Marianne Elliott won a Tony Award for the revival.
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