GBH is proud to present master of suspense Dean Koontz for January’s Beyond the Page virtual event! Dean Koontz is a New York Times bestselling author of many novels - including Star Quest (1968), Phantoms (1983), Watchers (1987), Odd Thomas (2003), The Silent Corner (2010), The House at the End of the World (2023) and many more!

Koontz will share his insights, tips and tricks for the writing and editing process. He’ll also share more information about his newest book The House at the End of the World, releasing on January 24. This novel follows Katie as she seeks solace in her art, only to be drawn into a web of danger by the arrival of enigmatic government agents. As she confronts this peril, a courageous young girl becomes her unexpected ally in a battle against an otherworldly terror that threatens to unravel the very fabric of existence. Explore a thrilling journey through a dark and foreboding landscape in this epic tale of survival.

Bring any questions you have about writing, editing and publishing, or any of the books in Koontz’s library.

At Beyond the Page, we believe in the power of knowledge, the magic of stories and the beauty of shared experiences. This event series features interactive sessions with renowned authors discussing their latest work and their writing process. Whether you're seeking profound discussions or heartfelt emotions, these events offer something truly special for everyone.

Photo Credit: Rick Loomis/ LA Times

This event will be hosted by GBH's Emmy award-winning Executive Arts Editor and Host of the Culture Show, Jared Bowen.

How it works:
This virtual event will take place via Zoom Webinar. Zoom is free to the public but requires a computer download. You can download Zoomhere.

By RSVPing for this event, you agree to receive timely news and updates on events, films, and special offers from GBH.

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Captions will be provided for this event using the Zoom Automated Speech Recognition (ASR) Transcription feature. Zoom’s Live Transcription service allows participants to see automatically generated captions and transcriptions of spoken audio in real time during a meeting or webinar. If you would like to request an accommodation or have questions about digital access for this event, please email info@wgbh.org.

If you have questions or can no longer attend, please contact Audience and Member Services Department. Audience and Member Services can be reached during regular business hours M-F, 9am-5pm at 617-300-3300 or via email: info@wgbh.org.

Hanley talks about the alternative rock band's Boston roots and legacy 30 years after the release of their first album, Aurora Gory Alice.

Celebrating one of America’s greatest female novelists, this biography brings to life Willa Cather -- her artistry and endurance, her immigrant family and the prairies on they lived, and her trailblazing success as a journalist and writer.

In the early 20^th century, Willa Cather leapt into the forefront of American letters with the publication of her novels O Pioneers! (1913), The Song of the Lark (1915), and My Antonia (1918). At the time, she was well into middle age. Her success followed years of working in journalism in Nebraska, brief spells of teaching, and editorial work on magazines. Chasing Bright Medusas is her story told by of another mature and highly accomplished writer, the award-winning biographer Benjamin Taylor, a lifelong lover of Willa Cather’s work. Taylor’s elegant exploration of her artistic endurance and of her early years and family, bring us back in time to portray vividly the challenges of being an immigrant family, a woman, and a literary trailblazer -- one the greatest authors of the twentieth century.

On Thursday, for the first time in more than six months, neither Hollywood's actors nor its writers will be on strike.

Experience the magic of this season with GBH Music's Holiday Spectacular, an enchanting evening featuring some of the best musical acts in Massachusetts. The event offers families a front-row seat to an unparalleled lineup of performers, including The Renaissance Men, a Boston-based ensemble of eight male voices known for their close-knit a cappella harmonies; Blue Heron, a Renaissance and medieval vocal choir led by Scott Metcalfe which will bring audiences back to the sounds of the earliest holiday celebrations; pianist John Paul McGee, who will perform holiday favorites in his signature "Gospejazzical" genre; the angelic singers of the Handel and Haydn Youth Chorus Chamber Choir led by conductor Alyson Greer Espinosa; and members of the triumphant and jubilant New England Brass Band led by Music Director Mark Olson.

One of the most accessible events for families this season, GBH Music's Holiday Spectacular, invites music lovers to be part of a live studio production inside GBH's Calderwood Studio, which will glow with festive cheer, including a dramatic snowscape of light designed to herald the start of winter. Musical selections will transport listeners into an unforgettable journey into the holiday spirit with everything from traditional carols to new compositions, each capturing the harmony and passion of this special time of year. WCRB Classical 99.5's charismatic morning drive host, Laura Carlo, and afternoon drive host, Greg Ferrisi, will team up for the first time as the live presenters of this one-of-a-kind holiday experience.

This event is offered for both in-person and virtual guests. You have two ticket options:

The in-studio experience is taking place from 7:30 to 9pm ET. $40 in-studio ticket includes general admission seating.

Join the virtual event, from 7:30-9pm ET. This event is free, but registration is required.

 
Photo credit: A scene from the GBH’s 2018 Holiday Concert in Calderwood Studio (Meredith Nierman)


The event is sponsored by the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund and The Boston Foundation.

The author, best known for "The Hours," returns to his single-day structure in "Day," a novel following a family before and during the pandemic

Celebrate love with GBH! Bring a date, friend or a group of friends to this evening of craft cocktails, local treats and, of course, stories inspired by love and on the theme of smitten.

Arrive at 6:15pm for a complimentary reception featuring artisan cocktails and New England treats and sweets. Then, come on set to enjoy both heartfelt and hilarious stories of love. From massive crushes and platonic love to the nearly perfect — and the perfectly disastrous- these storytellers cover it all.

We guarantee you will have a festive Valentine’s Day to remember!

At Stories from the Stage, produced by GBH WORLD, ordinary people share extraordinary experiences that you will not soon forget. You’ll hear stories of love and loss, amazing adventures, incredible surprises and unexpected triumphs. In each taping, we get up-close and personal with storytellers about what inspires them and the craft of storytelling. Join us!


6:15pm Doors open to GBH's Atrium for a complimentary reception
7:00pm Doors open to GBH's Calderwood Studio for seating

 
Each ticket includes:
· A seat on the set of Stories from the Stage: Smitten
· Artisan cocktails
· Sweet and savory treats from local New England vendors
· Complimentary parking

Event registration is required. Seating is general admission.
The maximum capacity of this event is 160.

All guests must age 21 or older and have a valid ID.

By RSVPing for this event, you agree to receive timely news and updates on events, films, and special offers from GBH.

Stellar Story Company identifies and coaches storytellers for Stories from the Stage.

Special thanks to our amazing vendors: The Cocktail Guru, Butternut Bakehouse, Gordon's, Baker's Best Catering and GRIA Food Co.





Photo credit: Stories From the Stage

You are invited to attend an exclusive event with legendary French chef, Jacques Pépin--author, television personality and educator. Jacques will be here live in the GBH Studios for this very special event. The wide-ranging conversation, led by award-winning BostonChef Jeremy Sewall, partner of Row 34 Restaurants, will touch upon Jacques’s career and culinary experiences cooking in some of the finest French restaurants in Paris and New York City. Guests will learn more about Jacques’s friendship with chef and GBH television personality Julia Child, his involvement in a dozen PBS television programs and much more!

Jacques Pépin will also share more about his newest book, Cooking My Way, published in September 2023. He will be signing copies of this book during the post-reception in our Atrium that follows the formal program.

Guests will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to Jacques during the discussion. The event will be moderated by Stephanie Leydon, Executive Producer of Digital Video at GBH News.


12-1pm Formal program featuring Jacques Pépin (for both in-person and remote guests )
1-1:30pm Jacques Pépin book signing and meet & greet in the Atrium (in-person only)


This is a hybrid event. You have four ticket options: 

The In-Studio Experience (in-person) is SOLD OUT

*Join the virtual event from 12 to 1 pm. This event is free, but registration is required.
*Order an autographed hardcover Cooking My Way book for $75which includes shipping and handling fees.

Photo credit: Tom Hopkins

Bob Dylan performed three nights in Boston – with fans turning out to the Orpheum Theatre to see the music legend.

Join GBH Music in welcoming the Ulysses Quartet as its first-ever quartet in residence with a free performance at the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library on Wednesday, November 8, at noon.

The ensemble will perform works by Joan Tower, traditional folk songs, and Beethoven's String Quartet No. 9, which they began recording in Fraser Performance Studio last month. The Ulysses Quartet's season-long partnership as quartet in residence furthers GBH Music's ongoing effort to connect with listeners of all backgrounds and ages. The partnership will span over fifty performances and events throughout the year, including with the Boston Public and Massachusetts schools.



Photo credit: Lara St. John