# Event Details - **Event Name**: Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: The live game show experience based on the NAACP Image Award-winning book is returning to Boston.About this EventThe live game show experience based on the NAACP Image Award-winning book, “Historically Black Phrases: From ‘I Ain’t One Of Your Lil’ Friends’ to ‘Who All Gon’ Be There?,” is returning to Boston. Hosted by co-authors jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson, Historically Black Phrases Live! features notable contestants from the Boston area competing in rounds of gameplay rooted in trivia about Black culture and language — all things Boo Boo The Fool and other Historically Black Phrases. One lucky audience members will also get the chance to test their knowledge against the contestants for prizes.Copies of “Historically Black Phrases” will be available for purchase from our bookstore partner Frugal Bookstore and the authors will sign after the show.About “Historically Black Phrases”Black vernacular doesn’t often get its due — despite its enormous influence on mainstream culture — but "Historically Black Phrases" is here to give Black language its flowers. A celebration of more than two hundred staples of Black conversation—from church sayings and units of measure to compliments and reprimands—this sharp and witty guide explores the unique importance of Black expression and communication. "Historically Black Phrases" offers definitions and notable pop culture moments, as well as tips on pronunciation and usage of phrases like “feelin’ yourself,” “don’t get it twisted” and “pop off.” In addition to the phrases, short essays offer insight on different facets of Black language from scholars, entertainers, and pop culture commentators (i.e. everybody and they mama).Authors, journalists and hosts of the award-winning podcast “FANTI,” jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson examine each phrase with humor and cultural precision, making Historically Black Phrases a vital ode to how Black language influences the world.Ways To SaveWBUR’s Legacy Circle, Murrow Society, Sustainers and Members save $5.00 on tickets to this event. To apply the discount to your ticket purchase online, you’ll need to enter a promo code. You can get your code by emailing membership@wbur.org.Registrants may be contacted by CitySpace about this or future events. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/boston/historically-black-phrases-live-starring-jarrett-hill-and-tre’vell-anderson/100001758922668049 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: under_18_with_guardian - door_time: 2026-06-18T22:00:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: WBUR CitySpace - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Boston - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: WBUR CitySpace - **lat**: 42.3508575 - **long**: -71.11565709999999 - **full address**: WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c9aa6a90472b4205ea2db56ca895e41767aba5c95464751c1f2f71ef56a949f5-rimg-w1080-h720-dc171313-gmir.jpg?v=1763660507 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson being held? - **A:** Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson takes place on Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 pm at WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson? - **A:** Tickets for Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson are priced at USD 29 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneralUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableStudentUSD 13 + USD 3 feeAvailableSupport WBURFreeLimited - **Q**: Who is organizing Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson? - **A:** Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson is organized by WBUR CitySpace. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Boston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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