The Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will open its doors for a free concert on Sunday, May 7 at 2 p.m. Led by BSO Music Director Andris Nelsons and Boston Pops Conductor Keith Lockhart, the program will feature a diverse musical program designed to celebrate the City of Boston while building community through the shared experience of great music.
Birkett will receive a $2,000 annual stipend and will also publish her own collection of poetry. She will also be mentored by Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola.
An 18-year-old high school senior has been named Boston’s Youth Poet Laureate. Mayor Michelle Wu said in a statement this week that Anjalequa Leynneyah Verona.