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Elizabeth Goitein of the Brennan Center for Justice says presidential emergency powers, which President Trump has used to enact major policies, are the stuff of authoritarian regimes and should be curbed.

The success of I Love Lucy is often credited to Lucille Ball's comedic talent, but biographer Todd Purdum says Arnaz was more than just "second banana" to Lucy. He also helped shape the modern sitcom.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Republican strategist and former U.S. Senate staffer Ron Bonjean about the path in the Senate for President Trump's tax and spending agenda.

Live music starts at 10:30 a.m. with Tony Cummins, Gerry Mcmorrow & Brendan Kennedy Monday, March 17: Opening Hours: 10 a.m. - 2 a.m. Come early! Numbers are limited! Visit: theouldsod.com/ The Ould Sod on Facebook / Instagram

A memorial and jazz funeral honored 19 Black Americans, whose remains were recently repatriated from Germany where they were used for racial research in the late 1800s.

Directed by Todd Salovey This exhilarating new musical, featuring vibrant visuals inspired by the master painter himself, celebrates the life and art of Marc and Bella Chagall, chronicling their journey from their beloved Vitebsk and Gordes to America as refugees. With 15 original klezmer-inspired songs composed by Yale Strom, Chagall weaves a tale of love, creativity, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This production celebrates the transformative power of art and the refugee experience, featuring an all-star cast and a live klezmer band. Don't miss this extraordinary fusion of music, art, and storytelling. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/pdp/arts-engagement/2025/the-360-project/jfest-chagall/#?startDate=2025-04-01&%3FendDate=2025-04-30 The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

Directed by Doug Oliphant In present-day America, when four childhood friends reunite to sit shiva for the toxic father figure who failed to teach them how to mourn or love, they gather in a dank basement filled with unresolved secrets and past failures. Through sharp dialogue and intense emotion, The Treehouse explores the complexities of friendship, family, and the burdens of unaddressed grief. It is a raw, cathartic experience that invites audiences to reflect on their unspoken truths. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/smartseat/?itemNumber=26110#/ The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

Directed by Becks Redman A pandemic-era journey into family history. In this poignant and gripping drama, Rachel delves into her grandparents' World War II survival story while displaced during the pandemic. As she immerses herself in their experiences—escaping the Nazis and traversing the battlefields of Soviet Russia—Rachel confronts her emotional battles, especially with her non-Jewish partner. This play examines the hunger to understand family history, the complexities of survival, and the often-difficult truths that come with it—a timely exploration of intergenerational trauma and identity that resonates long after the final scene. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/pdp/arts-engagement/2025/the-360-project/jfest-variations-of-crossing-the-alps/#?startDate=2025-04-01&%3FendDate=2025-04-30 The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

President Trump nominated Paul Ingrassia to lead the Office of Special Counsel, a government agency that enforces ethics law and protects whistleblowers, despite Ingrassia's links to extremists.

This will be our first AXIS that focuses on the local Indigenous culture and will be a space to celebrate and honor the original people of this land. their language, and traditions. We invite you to join us on Saturday, March 22, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., right out on the Plaza for this inaugural celebration. Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/arts-engagement/axis/ The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram / X