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May 03, 2024

‘The Contestant': Traumatic Isolation Played for Laughs
A new Hulu documentary looks back on a Japanese reality show starring a man, Nasubi, who didn't know he was on TV. In an interview, he discusses why he's sharing his story.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

5 Children's Movies to Stream Now
This month's picks include a nature documentary filmed in the Indian wilderness and an animated family adventure from the studio behind "Despicable Me."

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

A New Wave of Appreciation for Jason Polan, the Man Who Drew New York
Jason Polan chronicled city life in thousands of sketches before he died at 37 in 2020. What happens to his legacy now?

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

Should There Be an Oscar for Stunts? The ‘Fall Guy' Filmmakers Say Yes.
The academy is keeping mum about the prospect, but the movie is part of a renewed push for a new Academy Award first considered more than 30 years ago.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

‘The Contestant' on Hulu Offers a Glimpse of Reality TV Ethics
The documentary tells the strange story of a groundbreaking 1998 Japanese TV show but doesn't go far enough in its examination.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

What to Know about ‘Unfrosted' and the Real History of Pop-Tarts
In his directorial debut, Jerry Seinfeld tackles the history of the fruit-filled pastries … kind of. Here's the real origin story, along with a bonus quiz.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

On Dua Lipa's ‘Radical Optimism,' Romance Is Everything
The English singer and songwriter's third album, featuring production from Danny L Harle and Tame Impala's Kevin Parker, is nonstop ear candy.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

10 New York Destinations for Design Lovers
This month, art and design fairs draw aesthetes to the city. But there's interesting design aplenty outside the fairs. Here's where to find it.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

4 Art Shows Within a 10-Minute Walk From TEFAF New York
These exhibitions are all within a 10-minute walk from the Park Avenue Armory, so you can take your time and enjoy the spring weather.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

The London Design Gallery at the Edge of Art and Design
Carpenters Workshop Gallery has long pushed the limits of design. Now, they've made a bold bet on a new space in North Kensington. Will it pay off?

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

He Appraised Robert Indiana's Art Collection. Was He Off by Half?
An antiques shop owner in Maine was hired by a friend to value the collection of the artist Robert Indiana. His verdict was $85 million. A second appraisal says that's way too much.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

The Independent Art Fair Marks Its 15th Anniversary With a Show
The art fair has a history of helping artists get discovered — and rediscovered. A show at the heart of this year's fair spotlights that power.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

Eurovision Fans Are Hungry for News. These Superfans Are Here to Help.
A cottage industry of blogs and social media accounts, run by Eurovision obsessives in their spare time, satisfies a seemingly endless demand.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

At Venice Biennale, Artists Make a Case for Returning Looted Artifacts
For years, activists and politicians have led discussions about whether disputed museum objects should go back to their countries of origin. At this year's Biennale, artists are entering the fray.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

Jimmy Kimmel Wants to Testify at Donald Trump's Criminal Trial
"I think I can keep Trump awake during the trial," Kimmel said after learning that text messages about his talk show were entered as evidence in the case.

NYTimes Arts
May 03, 2024

An Online Radio Station Where Everything Is Eclectic
Music played by D.J.s like Flo Dill on NTS encompasses obscure ambient tracks and timeworn dad rock. The approach has won it fans far beyond its London home.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Unfrosted: The Pop-Tarts Story' Review: A Sweet Jerry Seinfeld Comedy
Starring Jerry Seinfeld in his feature directing debut, "Unfrosted: The Pop-Tarts Story" is the only corporate saga whose main ingredient is high-fructose sarcasm.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Lempicka' to End Broadway Run a Month After Opening
The first show to fall in the wake of the Tony nominations on Tuesday, this musical about an art world individualist was years in the making.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

What to See in N.Y.C. Galleries in May
Martha Schwendener covers Tamiko Nishimura's arresting black-and-white photographs, Tanya Merrill's playful portraits and Enrique Martínez Celaya's link to a Spanish master.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Court Says Italy Is Rightful Owner of Bronze Held by Getty Museum
The European Court of Human Rights has found that Italy's claims to a contested Greek statue are legitimate. But the museum says its continued possession is appropriate and lawful.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

What to Know About ‘Baby Reindeer,' Netflix's True-ish TV Hit
The mini-series, based on the star's experiences, has viewers wondering how much of it is real. Here's the back story.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Frank Wakefield, Who Expanded the Mandolin's Range, Dies at 89
A bluegrass innovator, he recorded numerous albums as a leader, and his list of collaborators included both Leonard Bernstein and Jerry Garcia.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Standouts at NADA New York, the Fair for Up-and-Comers
The most exciting part of this fair for younger galleries is the chance for viewers to see art from out of town.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Message in a Bottle' Review: Sending Out an S.O.S., Dancing to Sting
With choreography by Kate Prince and 27 songs by Sting, this story of refugees has impressive dance moments, but handles narrative and emotion tritely.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

What to Watch This Weekend: A Supernatural Dramedy
"The Big Door Prize" returns for another season of charming small-town folks grappling with their fates.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Evil Does Not Exist' Review: Nature vs. Nurture
Ryusuke Hamaguchi follows up his sublime drama "Drive My Car" with a parable about a rural Japanese village and the resort developer eyeing its land.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Frieze New York Brings a Rich, Cross-Cultural Mix
The Shed welcomes an international survey of painting, textiles and collage to its galleries. Our critic picks his 23 favorite booths.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

How Doodles Brought Petrit Halilaj to the Met Rooftop
After a childhood marked by war and exile, Petrit Halilaj has become one of his generation's great talents.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

A Challenge for the Royal Shakespeare Company's New Leaders
The Royal Shakespeare Company's co-artistic directors have put together a challenging debut season. But many visitors come to Stratford-upon-Avon seeking something more traditional.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Review: A Conductor Surprises by Embracing the Ordinary
Esa-Pekka Salonen is known for unusual, ambitious projects. But at the New York Philharmonic this week, he succeeded with standard repertory works.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Palestinian Flags Fly at Protests Worldwide. They Won't Be at Eurovision.
The organizers of the glitzy singing contest said that attendees would be allowed to wave only the flags of participating nations — including Israel's.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

The Voice of a Hundred Faces: Dee Bradley Baker's ‘Star Wars' Journey
With "The Bad Batch" ending this week on Disney , the man who has voiced hundreds of "Star Wars" characters over the past two decades looks back on his run.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

11 Spring Art Fairs Kick Off for Buyers and Browsers Alike
With Frieze comes a buffet of art in New York City over two weeks, whether you're looking for blue-chip galleries or emerging talents.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Universal Music Artists Will Return to TikTok
The two companies reached a new licensing deal, ending a three-month stalemate that kept some of pop's biggest stars off the platform.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow to Star in ‘The Roommate' on Broadway
The production is to begin performances Aug. 29 at the Booth Theater.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Slow' Review: We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off
The second feature by the Lithuanian filmmaker Marija Kavtaradze asks what a relationship looks like when you factor out the sex.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Jeanne du Barry' Review: A Versailles Scandal at Its Snooziest
Maïwenn wrote, directed and stars in the film, playing opposite Johnny Depp, who is Louis XV. Though he declares he loves her, their chemistry is weak.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

What Is a Song?
Is it simply the music flowing out of your earphones? According to the law, the answer is a bit more complicated.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

12 Spring Art Fairs Kick Off for Buyers and Browsers Alike
With Frieze comes a buffet of art in New York City over two weeks, whether you're looking for blue-chip galleries or emerging talents.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg' Review
Subtitled "The Story of Anita Pallenberg," this documentary gives the life of the actress and model a thorough downer of a treatment.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Kelli O'Hara's Ties to Opera, From ‘The Gilded Age' to the Met Stage
O'Hara is an unusual kind of triple threat: a star of Broadway and television who is appearing at the Metropolitan Opera in a revival of "The Hours."

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Vanessa Williams Releases ‘Legs' Music Video Featuring Edgy Ensembles
Vanessa Williams's many ensembles in a music video for her new song, "Legs (Keep Dancing)," evoke her knack for portraying a diva with style.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Esther, a New Art Fair With a Northern European Style
At the debut of this alternative fair, dealers from Oslo to Estonia have teamed up, turning a private club into a total work of art.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘The Fall Guy' Review: Ryan Gosling Goes Pow! Splat! Ouch!
The actor charms as a swaggering stunt man, alongside an underused Emily Blunt, in the latest skull-rattling action movie from David Leitch.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Wildcat' Review: Seeing Flannery O'Connor Through Her Stories
Ethan Hawke teams up with his daughter, Maya Hawke, for an unconventional and somewhat muddled portrait of a singular author.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

A Portrait Artist Fit for a King (but Not a President)
Jonathan Yeo, about to unveil a major new painting of King Charles III, also counts Hollywood royalty (Nicole Kidman) and prime ministers (Tony Blair) as past subjects. But George W. Bush eluded him.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘I Saw the TV Glow' Review: How We Used to Escape
An outstanding not-quite-horror film about being a fan just before the internet took over.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘Turtles All the Way Down' Review: 10 Things I Hate About Germs
Hannah Marks's adaptation of John Green's blockbuster young-adult novel builds a dynamic depiction of a teenager with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

‘The Idea of You' Review: Surviving Celebrity
Anne Hathaway headlines a movie that's got a lot to say about the perils of fame.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Katt Williams Wants to Show You the Receipts
After setting the internet aflame earlier this year when he slammed several other comedians in a viral interview, he plans to say more of what's on his mind in a rare live special on Netflix.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

At TEFAF New York, the Park Avenue Armory Rooms Come With a View
The period rooms in the Park Avenue Armory offer benefits, and challenges, to the exhibitors setting up their booths for the art fair.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

In New York, Artists Fill South Street Seaport Building With Textiles
An exhibition in South Street Seaport fills a former warehouse with fiber art and makes its old machinery, including a 12-foot wheel, part of the show.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

TEFAF New York: Inside the Precise World of Art Fair Booth Design
For gallery directors, including those at TEFAF New York, no detail is too trivial, and every millimeter matters.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Navigating the Fine Line Between Art and Luxury
The boundaries between art, fashion and luxury seem to be melting away. That's great for brands, but what about artists — and the art?

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Where Are Young Art Collectors and Museum Donors?
The art world is concerned about where the next generation of buyers and supporters is going to come from.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

One Year After Scandoval, What's Next for ‘Vanderpump Rules'?
The biggest reality television story of 2023 launched spinoffs, a Broadway run and side projects that may cause a halt in production.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

A ‘Skate Migration' Is Changing How Atlanta Rolls
As Black roller skaters from around the country bring their styles to the city, some locals look for space to preserve the moves Atlanta is known for.

NYTimes Arts
May 02, 2024

Seth Meyers Mocks Donald Trump for Falling Asleep in Court Again
"Does he even wear suits to court or just footie pajamas and a nightcap?" Meyers joked on Wednesday.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Richard Tandy, Keyboardist for Electric Light Orchestra, Dies at 76
He helped shape the band's futuristic sound, which blended Beatles-esque pop with orchestral arrangements.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

2 Players Sue N.Y. Philharmonic, Saying They Were Wrongfully Suspended
Matthew Muckey and Liang Wang said they were sidelined without cause by the New York Philharmonic after a recent magazine article detailed allegations of misconduct against them.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

2 Players Sue Philharmonic, Saying They Were Wrongfully Suspended
Matthew Muckey and Liang Wang said they were sidelined without cause by the New York Philharmonic after a recent magazine article detailed allegations of misconduct against them.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Schneider Sues ‘Quiet on Set' Producers for Defamation
In the suit, lawyers for the former Nickelodeon producer called the documentary a "hit job" that had falsely painted him as a "child sexual abuser."

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Dan Schneider Sues ‘Quiet on Set' Creators, Saying Series Defamed Him
In the suit, lawyers for the former Nickelodeon producer called the documentary a "hit job" that had falsely painted him as a "child sexual abuser."

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Duane Eddy, Whose Twang Changed Rock 'n' Roll, Dies at 86
A self-taught electric guitar virtuoso, he influenced a generation of musicians. One of them, John Fogerty, called him rock's first guitar god.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Kim Noltemy, Orchestra Veteran, Is Tapped to Lead L.A. Philharmonic
Noltemy, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra's chief executive, will take the helm of the Philharmonic as it searches for its next music director.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Popcast (Deluxe): Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan Editing Taylor Swift
Picking the best songs from "The Tortured Poets Department" one week later. Plus: the rise of a pair of pop's middle-class stars.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Spring Art Fairs Kick Off for Buyers and Browsers Alike
With Frieze comes a buffet of art in New York City, whether you're looking for blue-chip galleries or emerging artists.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Met Museum Reaches Fund-Raising Goal for New Modern Wing
The museum achieves a milestone, but still faces a complex public approval process for its Tang Wing, which is on city land.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in May
Highlights this month include an adaptation of Tom Wolfe's "A Man in Full" and Jerry Seinfeld's directorial debut.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Why Is ‘Baby Reindeer' Such a Hit? It's All in the Ending.
The Netflix stalker series combines the appeal of a twisty thriller with a deep sense of empathy. The conclusion illustrates why it's become one of the most-discussed shows of the year.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Zwirner Anchors Los Angeles Art Neighborhood With New Gallery
Its flagship will open with a 30th-anniversary exhibition featuring works by all of the gallery's 80 artists.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

The NYCxDesign Festival: What to Do and Where to Go
These are the highlights of what to do and where to go in May if you're interested in design topics.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

His Book Was Repeatedly Banned. Fighting For It Shaped His Life.
"The Chocolate War," published 50 years ago, became one of the country's most challenged books. Its author, Robert Cormier, spent years fighting attempts to ban it — like many authors today.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

The Best Movies and TV Shows Streaming in May
"The Idea of You," "Scrublands," "The Big Cigar" and "Hacks" are streaming.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Amazon, Disney , Hulu, Apple TV and More in May
"The Idea of You," "Scrublands," "The Big Cigar" and "Hacks" are streaming.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Paul Auster's Best Books: A Guide
The novelist played with reality and chance in tales of solitary narrators and mutable identities. Here's an overview of his work.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

‘Modern Love Podcast': Emily Ratajkowski Can Take Care of Herself, But a Little Help Would Be Nice
Why the model and writer wants to blow up gender roles in dating, without chivalry having to die.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Jazz Bass
Writers, scholars, radio hosts and musicians, including the bassist Ron Carter, share songs that shine a light on an instrument that lays the foundation of jazz.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Rare Editions of Pushkin Are Vanishing From Libraries Around Europe
Dozens of books have disappeared from Warsaw to Paris. Police are looking into who is taking them, and why — a tale of money, geopolitics, crafty forgers and lackluster library security.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

The Artist Who Burned the U.S. Flag Raises a New One in Venice
Dread Scott's unabashedly activist art once led to a Supreme Court ruling on free speech. Now during the Biennale, he tackles racist immigration policies.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Late Night Weighs In on Donald Trump's $9,000 Fine
"I know $9,000 might not seem like a lot to a successful businessman, but what about to Trump?" Colbert said of the court-imposed penalty for violating a gag order.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Paul Auster, the Patron Saint of Literary Brooklyn, Dies at 77
With critically lauded works like "The New York Trilogy," the charismatic author drew inspiration from his adopted borough and won worldwide acclaim.

NYTimes Arts
May 01, 2024

Paul Auster, Prolific Author and Brooklyn Literary Star, Dies at 77
With critically lauded works like "The New York Trilogy," the charismatic author and patron saint of his adopted borough drew worldwide acclaim.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Barbra Streisand's Ozempic Comment to Melissa McCarthy Prompts a Conversation
When Barbra Streisand posted a comment on social media about the actress Melissa McCarthy, it prompted a public conversation.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Abe Koogler's Ominous ‘Staff Meal' Has Something for Everyone.
Restaurant patrons and staff members are oblivious to the impending apocalypse in Abe Koogler's new show at Playwrights Horizons.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

‘Fearless Girl' Lawsuit Is Over but the Statue's Fate Is Unsettled
The artist of the defiant bronze statue near Wall Street reached an agreement with the financial firm that commissioned it.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Highlights From the 2024 Tony Nominations: ‘Hell's Kitchen' and ‘Stereophonic' Earn Most Nods
Daniel Radcliffe, Leslie Odom Jr., Sarah Paulson, Jessica Lange, Jeremy Strong and Alicia Keys all opened up about being recognized for their work on and for the stage.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Jessica Pratt's Timeless Folk Music Is Evolving. Slowly.
The singer and songwriter has a delicate, vintage aesthetic that matches her cautious approach to her work. Her fourth album, "Here in the Pitch," is out Friday.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Tony Nominations: ‘Hell's Kitchen' and ‘Stereophonic' Tie for Most
The semi-autobiographical Alicia Keys musical and the play about a group recording an album each earned 13 Tony nods in a busy Broadway season.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Alicia Keys on Nabbing 13 Tony Nominations for ‘Hell's Kitchen'
She had been working on the semi-autobiographical musical for 13 years, and it earned 13 nominations.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Sarah Paulson on Her First Tony Nomination for ‘Appropriate'
The actress, who has portrayed famous public figures and even a pair of conjoined twins, says her current role on Broadway has been the most challenging.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Daniel Radcliffe on Breaking the Spell in 'Merrily We Roll Along'
He was nominated for featured actor in a musical for his role in "Merrily We Roll Along," his fifth show on Broadway since 2008.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

A Brief Tour of Pop Music's Caffeine Addiction
Hear songs by Sabrina Carpenter, Squeeze, SZA and more.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

In the Battle of Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar, AI Is Playing Spoiler
A rap beef between hip-hop's two dominant stars has left fans wondering whether new tracks are real or fakes.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

In the Battle of Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar, A.I. Is Playing Spoiler
A rap beef between hip-hop's two dominant stars has left fans wondering whether new tracks are real or fakes.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Live Updates: ‘Hell's Kitchen' and ‘Stereophonic' Earn Most Tony Nominations in Busy Broadway Season
Daniel Radcliffe got his first Tony nod for "Merrily We Roll Along," as others went to Leslie Odom Jr. for "Purlie Victorious," Sarah Paulson for "Appropriate," Jessica Lange for "Mother Play" and Eddie Redmayne for "Cabaret."

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Tony Nominations 2024: Biggest Snubs and Surprises
It was a strong year for female directors, a play featuring music and American productions.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Tony Awards Nominations 2024: The Complete List
Nominations for the 77th Tony Awards were announced on Tuesday. Here's who made the list.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

Princeton University Art Museum Gets Six Site-Specific New Works
As the museum's new building nears completion, shadowed by controversy, artists respond with new commissions.

NYTimes Arts
Apr 30, 2024

New Works for Princeton University Art Museum
As the museum's new building nears completion, shadowed by controversy, artists respond with new commissions.

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