GBH offers a wide variety of in-person and virtual events. From live music recordings, lectures and screenings to our virtual Book Club, tasting events and more, stay connected to our community. Whatever you’re interested in—news, history, the arts or music, we’ve got you covered. Fill your calendar with this rich diversity of events and be inspired, informed and entertained.
If you have questions about any of our events please reach out to Audience Member Services by phone 617-300-3300 or email info@wgbh.org
Featured Events
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VirtualBeyond the Page with Emily Franklin
Join Emily Franklin, bestselling author of The Lioness of Boston as she unearths the story behind her newest novel, Love & Others Monsters, in conversation with fellow author and award-winner, Ben Shattuck. -
In Person
JazzNOW: International Jazz Day with Fabiola Méndez
GBH Music and Jazz Boston welcome cuatrista Fabiola Méndez and her quartet to Fraser Performance Studio for a celebration of International Jazz Day.
More GBH Events
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In PersonRemedy or Replication: Al Companions and Relational Trauma
A.I. companions increasingly replace human romantic, erotic, social, educational, therapeutic, and collegial relationships. Whether interpersonally or society-wide, we are ill-equipped to engage in moral discernment about the ethical implications of this shift. The turn to A.I. companions reveals fractured expectations, systemic pressures, and misaligned desires troubling human-to-human relationships misguided by echoes of religiously inflected sexual and gender-based historical trauma embedded in hierarchies of material embodiments and on-going abuses. Our response to this unveiling must reshape relational ethics. What are the possibilities for creative, morally grounded A.I. companion design and use to promote human and agentic flourishing rather than diminishment? What resources might religious communities offer that remedy historical wrongs and promote moral formation? Is theological education be a place for this work? -
In Person
GBH Amplifies - 04/23 Tracy Chang
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
Fourth Thursday of the Month: Tracy Chang Chef & Owner of PAGU
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In Person
The Latino Factor: Brazilian Entrepreneurs in Massachusetts
5:30–6:30 PM Networking Reception
6:30–8 PM Discussion
Why has Massachusetts become one of the most vibrant hubs for Brazilian communities in the United States?
What industries are Brazilian entrepreneurs building—and how are they shaping the state’s economic future?
Massachusetts is home to the second-largest Brazilian population in the country, with thriving communities across Greater Boston and MetroWest. Brazilians are launching businesses, revitalizing neighborhoods, and creating pathways to economic opportunity.
From construction and real estate development to professional services, food, retail, and a growing number of women-led and family-owned enterprises, Brazilian entrepreneurs are helping drive innovation, job creation, and community investment across the Commonwealth.
Join us for a conversation about entrepreneurship, economic mobility, and the growing influence of Brazilians in Massachusetts—and what their success means for the region’s future.
The evening will begin with a networking reception before the formal program begins.
Our panelists include:- Real Estate Development & Construction - Nelson de Oliveira, Founder & CEO at Nelson Group
- Professional Services - Fernando Castro, President of Income Tax Plus
- Food Services - Renato Valentin, Co-founder of Tavern in the Square
- Personal Services - Flavia Leal, Owner of Flavia Leal Beauty School
- Consulting and Investment - Manuel Mendes, Global Executive Director of IXL Center for Innovation, Excellence and Leadership
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In Person
NOVA Science Trivia Night
Join us at the GBH Studios at the Boston Public Library for a night of NOVA science trivia! Get ready for creative categories that test your knowledge of science, from the depths of the universe to the history of science. -
Virtual
Beyond the Page with Emily Franklin
Beyond the Page invites you to a captivating evening with Emily Franklin, the bestselling author of The Lioness of Boston. Join us as she unearths the story behind her newest novel, Love & Others Monsters, in conversation with fellow author and award-winner, Ben Shattuck.
The untold origin story of Frankenstein, a feminist reckoning of sisters, survival, and the creation of monsters…
Love & Other Monsters is the story of Claire Clairmont, the younger stepsister of Frankenstein author, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. It was Claire who, during one stormy and scandalous summer, changed the course of literature —only to be forgotten by history.
Step behind the scenes with Franklin and Shattuck as they delve into a story of love, lust, art, and betrayal.
TICKETS
* Virtual Admission — $0
Attend the live conversation on April 28th.
* BTP Bundle — $60
Attend the live conversation and receive the book, shipped straight to your door. This ticket includes:- Virtual admission to the live program on April 28th
- A SIGNED copy of Love & Other Monsters by Emily Franklin
- GBH Membership (includes access to PBS Passport)
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In Person
Changing Hate to Hope: Conversations from the Front Line
Join this powerful and hopeful conversation at a time when antisemitism is on the rise and fear of the “other” is heightened. We will hear from Arno Michaelis, a former Neo-Nazi and author of "My Life After Hate," and Mubin Shaikh, a former jihadist supporter turned counterterrorism expert, who will share their journeys from radicalization to redemption. They will reflect on their transformations, the beliefs that once fueled their hatred, and the turning points that led them to turn their lives around and be agents of change. Together, they offer an honest and compassionate exploration of how hate develops, how people change, and how meaningful connections can emerge even in painful and traumatic times. The program is moderated by Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern, trauma psychologist and Director of Trauma Training & Services at Parents for Peace. -
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JazzNOW: International Jazz Day with Fabiola Méndez
GBH Music and Jazz Boston welcome cuatrista Fabiola Méndez and her quartet to Fraser Performance Studio for a celebration of International Jazz Day. Méndez is an Emmy-nominated composer and musician known for her unique blend of genres, including folk, jazz, and Afro-Caribbean influences. Notably, Méndez was the first musician to graduate from Berklee with the Puerto Rican cuatro, the island’s national instrument, as her primary instrument. Following her viral GBH Jazz Instagram reel about the cuatro in 2025 and her well-received performance during the 2024 GBH Music Holiday Spectacular, Méndez returns to Fraser in April for the first time as a headliner. Drawing inspiration from the mountains of Puerto Rico to the African rhythms of the Caribbean, Méndez and her quartet will present a collection of original works — taking the listener on a journey of storytelling through Latin folk and jazz. The concert takes place at 8 pm in Fraser Performance Studio with a pre-concert reception at 7:15pm. Paris Alston, of GBH News Rooted, will host the performance, which will be filmed for broadcast on GBH2. This event is made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund.
7:15-7:50pm Pre-event reception
7:50pm Guest are seated in Fraser Performance Studio (general admission)
8:00-9:00pm Live performance in Fraser Performance Studio -
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GBH Amplifies - 05/07 Jimmy Hills
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
GBH Amplifies is also being supported by the Barr Foundation -
In Person
Outspoken Saturdays (May 2026)
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.
If you are interested in performing, feel free to submit your work for review hereJoin us!
Registration is encouraged for this free event. -
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AANHPI Celebration featuring Ann Curry
Join GBH at our Brighton studios for an evening of historical reflection and vibrant celebration as we honor the cultural achievements of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities. This year, we are honored to welcome legendary journalist Ann Curry for a two-part program designed to amplify and redefine AANHPI identity and culture.
The first half of our program features a conversation with Ann Curry and filmmaker Ben Loeterman about the new AMERICAN EXPERIENCE documentary, Bombshell. This powerful film explores how the U.S. government manipulated the narrative about the atomic bombings of the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and sheds light on the efforts of a group of intrepid reporters to let the world know the truth.
Together, Ben and Ann will discuss the enduring societal impact these historic events had on both Japanese and American lives. This conversation serves as a powerful entry point to understand the need for accurate reporting and the roots of AANHPI resilience.
The evening program then transitions into an inspiring roundtable discussion, in a segment that celebrates the present and future by showcasing high-profile AANHPI leaders who are shaping culture, industry, and policy. These accomplished individuals will share their insights, including their personal journeys and the cultural heritage that informs their leadership. By acknowledging their struggles and successes as central American stories, GBH strives to provide a message of hope for future AANHPI generations.
We hope you can join us for this important community conversation.
The formal program will be followed by a reception featuring nonprofit partners.
We encourage everyone to watch AMERICAN EXPERIENCE documentary, Bombshell. -
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GBH Amplifies - 05/14 Ron Mitchell
GBH Amplifies is a community conversation series focused on expanding the reach of local voices from Greater Boston and beyond. The series features community leaders hosting public conversations in the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square, providing a platform for inclusive perspectives on the issues that matter most to New England communities. GBH Amplifies happens weekly on Thursdays from 12:30-1:30pm at the GBH BPL Studio. This event is free and open to the public.
The monthly schedule is:
First Thursday of the Month: James ‘Jimmy’ Hills, Host of Java with Jimmy
Second Thursday of the Month: Ron Mitchell, Publisher and Editor of The Bay State Banner
Third Thursday of the Month: Alberto Vasallo III, President and CEO of El Mundo Boston
GBH Amplifies is also being supported by the Barr Foundation -
In Person
GBH 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.
