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Trouble in Mind

It’s 1955, and after enduring indignities and lost opportunities, Wiletta Mayer, a seasoned Black actress, is finally making her Broadway debut. Written by a white playwright, her star vehicle is the allegedly progressive “Chaos in Belleville,” which turns out to be anything but. Leading a cast of both younger and experienced actors, Wiletta challenges not […]

Our Story! Celebrating the African American Experience through Music, Dance & Spoken Word

Our Story, directed and produced by OrigiNation’s Artistic Director Shaumba-Yandje Dibinga, is a compilation of poetry, dance, music and scenes from historical and current events significant to African and African-American history. These performances will feature students from local colleges, high schools, and middle schools and OrigiNation’s professional youth dance companies. In addition to attending rehearsals […]

Jazz Night @ Long Live Roxbury – Brewery and Taproom

Long Live Roxbury a Brewery and Taproom will be having live Jazz on Thursday nights from 6pm-8:30pm. Some of Boston’s best musicians including faculty from Berklee and NEC will play Jazz, Brazilian/Bossa Nova, Latin, Reggae and World Jazz Music. Free admission to all and Free onsite parking.  Please come and help us create a great […]

Ice Sculptures @Roxbury Library

Check out the ice sculptures on the plaza at the Roxbury Branch Boston Public Library! Take photos! Enjoy warm drinks and snacks! Ride the trolley from the library to the Aquarium to explore the Downtown New Year’s Eve Ice Sculpture Stroll. All activities are free with no advance registration required. Learn more at tamcc.org/nye.

The Other Face

Join us at Urbanica Gallery for an incredible art exhibition featuring the works of Iranian artist Susan Jafari. “The Other Face” promises to be an extraordinary showcase of artistic talent, offering a captivating glimpse into Iranian society through the eyes and brush of Jafari. Her creations are a symphony of color, and movement, inviting attendees […]

Tafuta! A Young Child’s Search for the True Meaning of Kwanzaa

Conceived, Written & Director by Shaumba-Yandje Dibinga, Tafuta! blends music, dance and poetry to tell the story of a young child who is bullied in school because of his family’s tradition of celebrating Kwanzaa. The child ultimately embraces his heritage, discovers his own voice and self-empowerment and draws on the strength found in this African American […]

Ceto Award

Submissions are open for the 2023 Ceto Award! The 2023 Ceto Award is co-presented by Orbis and Snake Hair. One writer or artist will be published and distributed by Orbis and Snake Hair with resources valued at $4,000, including an honorarium of $1000. This award is open to artists and writers based in the greater […]

Sun-Music.net & The Record Co Present Lezlie Harrison – Holiday Joy

Sun Music & The Record Co present Lezlie Harrison – Holiday Joy at Scullers Jazz Club performing songs from her Jazzweek, Top 20 album release, Let Them Talk. Lezlie Harrison is her own personal renaissance. Her constant state of evolution and growth brings with it, gifts for those paying attention. As a vocalist both bold […]

Hope & Healing with Longwood Symphony

Join Longwood Symphony, the orchestra of Boston’s healthcare community, for a concert of Hope & Healing to benefit Shelter Music Boston. Saturday, Dec. 2 at 8pm New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall Jotaro Nakano, Music Director Program: AUGUSTA READ THOMAS Fanfare of Hope and Solidarity PETER ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat major Chelsea […]

Fèt Lakaï

Fèt Lakaï launched in New York City in 2022. Now we are bringing the party home to Boston for a full weekend of events. We’re partnering with some of Boston’s best to bring you a full weekend of the best vibes. Fèt Weekend brings the ultimate house party vibe. Featuring performances by Lakaï Dance Theatre, ToriTori, […]

METCO SHOWCASE!

  METCO SHOWCASE in Roxbury on Nov. 18! PARENTS EXPLORE FREE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR BOSTON CHILDREN, YOUTH, AT EXCEPTIONAL SUBURBAN SCHOOLS Sign up NOW with METCO’s streamlined enrollment process!  Meet METCO school district reps, enjoy refreshments, music by DJ, RAFFLE, Wally the Green Monster!  WHAT: “METCO SHOWCASE” highlights METCO program’s streamlined application process and provides […]