Tuesday:

• The new show "||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||" focuses on one summer at a music school for girls in Berkeley, California. Writer and composer Eisa Davis discusses the play, along with actors Hillary Fisher and Naomi Latta. "||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||" runs at the Vineyard Theater through June 21.
• The new Kip Williams adaptation of the 1947 play "The Maids" follows two sisters, Solange and Claire, as they plot to murder their mistress. Actors Phia Saban and Lydia Williams, who play Solange and Claire, discuss the play, along with "Bridgerton" star Yerin Ha, who plays Madame. "The Maids" is running at St. Ann's Warehouse.
• This summer, from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend, we are challenging YOU, our listeners, to complete our third Summer Reading Challenge. The deadline to register as a participant is July 4th! Click here to register, and for more info and recommendations. Listen to this segment for more information and for book recommendations from producer Jordan Lauf.
• Inspired by the traditions of Loíza, Puerto Rico, and San Basilio de Palenque, Colombia, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist David Sánchez’s latest album, Tambó, evokes rich Afro-Caribbean rhythms. He performs live in our studio, and talks about creating the album ahead of its live presentation at Lincoln Center.

Click here to learn how to participate in this year's All Of It Summer Reading Challenge. This summer, from May 26th to the end of Labor Day weekend, we are challenging YOU, our listeners, to complete our third annual summer reading challenge. Just like in school, but for fun!

Participants select and read at least one book in ALL SIX of the following categories...

1. A book published in 2026
2. A book about United States history or American historical fiction (for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution)
3. A book set in or written by an author from one of the 48 countries participating in the World Cup (click here to see the full list!)
4. A classic
5. A work of genre fiction, in one of the following categories:
   - Fantasy
   - Science Fiction
   - Romance
   - Horror
   - Mystery/Thriller
6. A book about or set in New York

You can share your selections with us, and keep us updated on your summer reading progress, by tagging us in posts on Instagram, and we might repost you! Tag us and use the hashtag #AOISummerReadingChallenge.

Once you’ve completed the challenge, we’ll follow up about your selections to receive a prize!

All summer long, our host Alison Stewart will be completing the challenge along with you, so tune in to the show for some great recommendations. Plus, some special guests will be sharing their selections as well.