Lois Reitzes speaks with singer Perla Batalla. Her virtual concert, "In the House of Cohen", highlights music written by her friend and mentor, Leonard Cohen.

Plus, Atlanta-based artist Steve Allen shares details on his foundation’s sizable gift initiative to HBCUs.  

Lois Reitzes speaks with singer Perla Batalla. Her virtual concert, "In the House of Cohen", highlights music written by her friend and mentor, Leonard Cohen.Plus, Atlanta-based artist Steve Allen shares details on his foundation’s sizable gift initiative to HBCUs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Discover the best of Atlanta's arts and culture on The City Lights Collective from WABE. Short stories, rich voices, and innovative ideas, presented by a team of local contributors. From music and theater to spoken word, food, film, and festivals, this is the pulse of Atlanta’s creative world.

Discover the best of Atlanta's arts and culture on The City Lights Collective from WABE. Short stories, rich voices, and innovative ideas, presented by a team of local contributors. From music and theater to spoken word, food, film, and festivals, this is the pulse of Atlanta&rsquo;s creative world.

The City Lights Collective

Discover the best of Atlanta's arts and culture on The City Lights Collective from WABE. Short stories, rich voices, and innovative ideas, presented by a team of local contributors. From music and theater to spoken word, food, film, and festivals, this is the pulse of Atlanta&rsquo;s creative world.