Review: At 93, John Williams Unveils His First Piano Concerto

Williams is best known for his grandly symphonic, Oscar-winning film scores. But his latest concert work is quieter, and more haunting.

‘Chief of War,’ and 7 More Shows to Watch on TV This Week

This new series starring Jason Momoa comes to Apple TV+ along with several documentary features.

The Southwest City That Turned Itself Into an Essential Art Outpost

At Site Santa Fe, 71 artists were inspired by Southwestern figures, from healers and novelists to Navajo code talkers. Here’s a guide to the highlights.

The Timeless Torches Are Dance Warriors. We Need Them.

The dance team of the New York Liberty, in its 20th year, makes space for dancers who are 40 and over. Their message? Dance! Live a full life.

The Unnerving Future of A.I.-Fueled Video Games

Game designers have used artificial intelligence since the 1980s. But digital characters demonstrating self-awareness is a far cry from the ghosts chasing Pac-Man.

The Urban Design of Sesame Street

In the 1960s, the children’s television show Sesame Street was being conceived at the same time that the urban design book “The Death and Life of Great American Cities” by Jane Jacobs was exploding in popularity. Anna Kodé, a reporter for The New York Times, explains how some of the urban design principles outlined in the book show up throughout the show.

Tom Lehrer, Musical Satirist With a Dark Streak, Dies at 97

A mathematician by training, he acquired a devoted following with songs that set sardonic lyrics to music that was often maddeningly cheerful.

5 Podcasts That Illustrate the Ungraspable Nature of Justice

How a stew of racism, law enforcement misconduct and bureaucratic incompetence led to wrongful convictions on both sides of the Atlantic.

Raymond Saunders, Painter Who Rejected Racial Pigeonholes, Dies at 90

Widely admired if long underrecognized for his collage-based art, he died only days after the closing of his first retrospective at a major museum, in his native Pittsburgh.

In Smithsonian Role, John Roberts Encounters History, Pandas and Trump

Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., who serves as the institution’s chancellor, has always emphasized procedure and avoided politics. This moment could make that more difficult.

Big Freedia on the Gospel Music That Lifts Her Up

The New Orleans musician known for party-starting rapping chats about healing through song, and the TV, movies and boots that keep her stomping ahead.

This Classical Pianist Has Reached the Mountaintop. No, Really.

The classical pianist Hunter Noack has embarked on an unusual journey, to take his music to natural landscapes well beyond the concert halls.

‘Billy Joel: And So It Goes’: 5 Takeaways From the Film’s Conclusion

The HBO documentary about the singer and songwriter wrapped with a deep exploration of his tabloid troubles, creative process and decision to return to live performance.

Stream These 10 TV Shows and Movies Before They Leave Netflix in August

A lot of great titles are leaving for U.S. subscribers next month. See them while you can.

Gary Smith, TV Producer Who Put a Spotlight on Stars, Dies at 90

A multiple Emmy winner, he helped create sophisticated shows for the likes of Barbra Streisand, Elvis Presley, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Ben Vereen, Burt Bacharach and Bette Midler.

In London, the National Ballet of Japan Steps Onto the World Stage

Led by the former Royal Ballet principal Miyako Yoshida, the company made its British debut with “Giselle,” showing itself the equal of major international troupes.

Cleo Laine, Grammy-Winning Jazz Singer With a Broadway Turn, Dies at 97

A Briton with a smoky voice, she recorded albums across six decades, toured the world and acted in “Edwin Drood.”

Was This Artifact From King Tut’s Tomb? It’s for Sale Anyway.

A London auction house says there is “no documented evidence” that an intricately carved grasshopper is from the boy king’s tomb. Its estimated price is up to $675,000.

New York Historical Acquires Bill Cunningham Archive

Tens of thousands of photos, negatives and memorabilia from the New York Times photographer (himself designated a living landmark) will go to the museum and have a permanent home.

An Opera Takes A.I., Pronatalism and Hustle Culture to Space

Jennifer Walshe and Mark O’Connell’s ideas-heavy “Mars” premieres at the Irish National Opera.

John Williams Hasn’t Stopped Composing. His Latest? A Piano Concerto.

Williams, best known for his film work, has a parallel career in classical music. His concerto, haunted by the ghosts of jazz past, is premiering at Tanglewood.

Pac-Man’s New Friend: A Sword-Wielding Warrior

Shadow Labyrinth thrusts Puck, a character much like the original video game maze-runner, into a deadly sci-fi world.

For Late Night, Epstein-Trump Is the Comedy Gift That Keeps On Giving

Josh Johnson said that “not since Tupac Shakur has a dead man dropped so many bangers.”

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 9 Recap: Smoke Gets in Your Eyes

In an episode full of callbacks, Carrie and Aidan wonder whether they can move forward.

Hulk Hogan’s Villainous Turn Changed Pro Wrestling

Hulk Hogan cultivated an image as an all-American hero. But one night in 1996, he decided to stick it to his fans, brother.

‘The Hunting Wives’ Is Soapy, Sultry Fun

The new Netflix Texas murder mystery, starring an irresistible Malin Akerman, is deliciously and audaciously not safe for work.

Hulk Hogan: A Life in Pictures

The wrestler, who died on Thursday at 71, was the face of the sport as its popularity grew, propelling him into the wider entertainment world.

The Wrestling Ropes Couldn’t Constrain Hulk Hogan

The muscular entertainer, who died at 71, broke through into pop culture and led the way for Dwayne Johnson and John Cena.

Another Director Leaves MOCA in Los Angeles

After four years leading the Museum of Contemporary Art, Johanna Burton will next head the Institute of Contemporary Art Philadelphia.

Chuck Mangione, a ‘Smooth Jazz’ Hitmaker With a Fluegelhorn, Dies at 84

In his signature fedora, he gained wide popularity and 14 Grammy nominations, winning the award twice, while scaling Billboard’s charts in the 1970s and ’80s.

8 Art Shows to See Before They Close

Radiant Rembrandts, vibrant portraiture of everyday life and uncanny photographs in New York and Boston, to catch before they’re gone, come August and September.

Amy Sherald Cancels Her Smithsonian Show, Citing Censorship

The artist said that she made the decision after she said she learned that her painting of a transgender Statue of Liberty might be removed to avoid provoking President Trump.

A Puppet Theater Gets Weird, With Georg Baselitz as a Guide

At this year’s Salzburg Festival, the German artist has designed marionettes for a troupe that usually performs “The Sound of Music.”

He Put Vivaldi ‘in a Mixmaster’ and Is Serious About Classical Humor

Michael Abels writes scores for Jordan Peele. He won a Pulitzer Prize for the opera “Omar.” Now, the Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center shows off his classical side.

In the Berkshires, Installing Art, Bearing the Consequences

Visitors can grab a map and follow the trail to outdoor sculptures at the Clark Art Institute. But be ready for a surreal encounter.

Joe Farnsworth Drummed for Jazz Greats. Now He’s Becoming the Mentor.

Benny Golson, Pharoah Sanders, McCoy Tyner: Farnsworth spent years playing with his heroes. “The Big Room,” a new album due Friday, features a cast of rising stars.

Late Night Comedians Revel in the Latest Trump-Epstein Development

Stephen Colbert feigned surprise at reports that the president had already been told he was in the Epstein files: “But he said he hardly knew the guy!”

Jim Legxacy Makes Music That Sounds Like Memory

The new album from the London rapper, singer and producer is a homage to the last two decades of Black British music.

Eileen Fulton, Glamorous Villainess of ‘As the World Turns,’ Dies at 91

She was a mainstay of the long-running soap opera for 50 years — so long that she liked to say she led a double life.

Ozzy Osbourne Fans Reflect on His Legacy

Mourners gathered in Ozzy Osbourne’s hometown of Birmingham, England, to pay tribute to the deceased heavy metal singer.

Gilda Cruz-Romo, Soprano Celebrated for Her Power, Dies at 85

Critics praised the natural way she used her voice to inject character into her roles. She had, one wrote, a sound “perfect for Verdi and Puccini.”

Jazz, Fans and 2 Gems: Mark Morris Celebrates His Company’s 45th

The choreographer’s latest works, at the Joyce Theater, explore the music of James P. Johnson and John Luther Adams.

Biting a Bat and 5 Other Wild Moments From Ozzy Osbourne’s Life

Alcohol and drugs were often involved in funny, bizarre and terrible incidents in the heavy metal legend’s long career.

‘Washington Black’ Review: Escape to the Future

A Hulu mini-series adapts Esi Edugyan’s prizewinning novel about a young enslaved worker’s literal and symbolic flight to freedom and peace of mind.

The ‘Home of Heavy Metal’ Mourns Ozzy Osbourne

In Birmingham, England, the singer’s hometown, fans paid tribute by leaving flowers, beer and tequila. The rapper Drake was there to pay his respects, too.

A Deaf Actress Has a Message She Wants You to Hear

Rose Ayling-Ellis, who stars in the TV crime drama “Code of Silence,” wants the world to understand that deaf people live complex and varied lives.

When Ozzy Osbourne Became the Most Unlikely Relatable Reality TV Dad

“The Osbournes” turned the heavy metal innovator into a reality TV star. Here are some moments that defined the show’s run.

Free Shakespeare’s Central Park Home Gets an $85 Million Glow Up

The rickety, beloved Delacorte Theater, built in 1962, leaked and was popular with raccoons. Now it’s a modern facility and still charmingly wild.

Escaping Trouble With a Blowpipe and a Plan

Unlike some other stealth-oriented games, the challenges in Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream come across as discrete puzzles that merit specific solutions.

Nick Drake, Long a Folk Mystery, Is (Partly) Revealed

A 42-track collection built around two found recordings helps illuminate the creative process of the revered but elusive icon, who died in 1974.

Late Night Watches Trump Try to Change the Subject From Epstein

The president’s usual tactic when cornered is to “throw red meat to the carnivorous base — and their favorite cut is filet of Obama,” Stephen Colbert said.

Ozzy Osbourne: A Life in Pictures

He pioneered heavy metal, became an unlikely reality TV star and performed a colossal final concert two weeks before his death.

Ozzy Osbourne, the Lovable Prince of Darkness

The rocker helped define the sound, look and attitude of metal. But his persistence through addiction, his connection to audience and a late-career reality TV show endeared him to generations.

Shia LaBeouf Settles Sexual Battery Lawsuit by FKA twigs

A joint statement by their lawyers said they wished “each other personal happiness, professional success and peace in the future.”

Republicans Look to Rename Kennedy Center Opera House After Melania Trump

Republican members of the Appropriations Committee approved an amendment to a spending bill that would rename the venue after the first lady.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner Drowned in Area Known for Rip Currents

New details emerged about the death of the “Cosby Show” actor, who drowned on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica.

An Opera Company That Operates Like Bel Canto Summer Camp

Teatro Nuovo, which trains musicians in bel canto style, returns with productions of a rare “Macbeth” and “La Sonnambula.”

Ozzy Osbourne: 12 Essential Songs

The frontman, who with Black Sabbath helped pioneer heavy metal in 1970s England, always found new ways to reinvent himself.

Ozzy Osbourne, ‘Prince of Darkness’ Turned Reality TV Star, Dies at 76

As the lead singer of Black Sabbath, he helped invent heavy metal. On “The Osbournes,” he presented a comedic counterpoint to his rock ’n’ roll infamy.

As Theo Huxtable, Malcolm-Jamal Warner Grew Up Before Our Eyes

The character’s journey into adulthood was at the center of “The Cosby Show.” Here are five memorable episodes from the show’s run.

As Billionaire Funds an Opera House, Nazi-Era Questions Linger Over His Company

A new home for the Hamburg State Opera is meant to increase the city’s international standing. But some say its choice of funder is out of step with the cultural mood.

Is She Jazz? Is She Pop? She’s Laufey, and She’s a Phenomenon.

The genre-defying musician makes retro earworms infused with the second guessings of a Gen Z diarist. Her third album, “A Matter of Time,” is due in August.

Jon Stewart Supports Friend Stephen Colbert Through CBS Cancellation

Stewart admitted that he was “certainly not the most objective to comment on this matter” before sharing his feelings about the end of “The Late Show.”

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Theo Huxtable on ‘The Cosby Show,’ Dies at 54

Mr. Warner, who played the only son of Bill Cosby’s character on the beloved 1980s sitcom, drowned in Costa Rica.

A ‘Tosca’ Shows the Boston Symphony’s Conductor at His Best

Andris Nelsons led a concert performance of Puccini’s opera at Tanglewood. It was a high point of the season.

Justin Bieber’s Experimental ‘Swag’ Resurgence

Discussing the era-defining pop singer’s most idiosyncratic and musically adventurous release to date.

Italian Festival Cancels Appearance by Russian Conductor With Ties to Putin

Some lawmakers in Italy had argued that Valery Gergiev’s planned appearance sent the wrong message as Europe strives to remain united in its support for Ukraine.

The Ultimate Swan Song: Gillian Murphy’s Thrilling Last Dance

In a tremendous performance, this American Ballet Theater principal danced her final “Swan Lake” to end her glittering 29-year career.

Noah Davis, a Painterly Dynamo Gone Too Soon, Takes a Seat in Posterity

The artist’s first museum tour luxuriates in the spacious and sophisticated folk-modernism he left behind, even as it unevenly canonizes a painter of the millennial era.

Can Indigo De Souza Spin Pop Gold From the Wreckage of Her Past?

The singer and songwriter first emerged as an indie-rock bandleader from Western North Carolina. With a newfound clarity, she is re-emerging as a California pop artist.

‘Washington Black,’ Plus 7 Things to Watch on TV This Week

The screen adaptation of the popular historical novel premieres, and a Billy Joel documentary airs.

Canceling ‘The Late Show’ Is Bad News for Late-Night TV, Not for Stephen Colbert

The art form was already in decline; this may hasten its demise. But don’t fret about the host. His talents are better showcased elsewhere.

Renée Fleming, Star Soprano, Tries Out the Director’s Chair

Fleming is making her directorial debut in Colorado working with young artists on Mozart’s “Così Fan Tutte,” an opera in which she appeared early in her career.

Roger Norrington, Iconoclastic British Conductor, Dies at 91

His work, largely unknown outside Britain until late in his career, was often based on historical treatises. It was seen by many as refreshingly innovative.

Peter Phillips, Who Was at the British Pop Art Frontier, Dies at 86

Known as the tough guy in a scene that produced David Hockney and others, he filled his paintings with gleaming car parts and sex symbols. Some of them landed on album covers.

How TV Trained Us to Be Conspiracy Theorists

Pop culture didn’t create the real-world mythologies roiling our politics, but it helped write the scripts.

This Groundbreaking Artist Vanished. A Decade of Sleuthing Reveals Her Greatness.

Mavis Pusey was a pioneer of Black abstraction before she was nearly forgotten. A new show in Philadelphia begins a journey of rediscovery.

Patty Griffin’s Life Fell Apart. Rebuilding Gave Her Music a Jolt.

During the last 16 years, the singer-songwriter lost her voice, her parents and her relationship. She captures her period of crisis and rebirth on “Crown of Roses.”

Playing Hide-and-Seek With Cézanne in His Hometown

Thousands of tourists are descending on Aix-en-Provence, France, with the aim of knowing the elusive painter better.

A Brief History of CBS’s Late-Night Eras

With the hosts Merv Griffin, Pat Sajak, David Letterman and Stephen Colbert, CBS has taken many runs at late-night TV. Some were more successful than others.

Shannon Sharpe Settles Lawsuit Accusing Him of Rape

A lawyer for the woman, who had sought $50 million in damages, said both sides acknowledged a “consensual and tumultuous relationship.”

Justin Bieber Awakens His Old Soul

“Swag,” a new album of dreamy beats and unexpected collaborations, eschews formulaic pop to lean into the singer’s R&B instincts.

Nine Inch Nails Revisits the ’80s, and 9 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Robert Plant, Amanda Shires, Blood Orange and more.

CBS Says It’s Canceling Colbert Over Money, Not Politics. Is That Truthiness?

Maybe the “Late Show” decision is purely financial. But after Paramount’s cave over “60 Minutes,” it is hard to trust.

Generative A.I. Destroys a Building in Its Netflix Debut

The streaming company said it used the technology onscreen for the first time in an Argentine science fiction show.

Martin Izquierdo, 83, Dies; Costume Designer Who Specialized in Wings

His work was seen in “Angels in America” and Victoria’s Secret runway shows. He also made outlandish ensembles for Heidi Klum and Marc Jacobs.

Alan Bergman, Half of a Prolific Lyric-Writing Team, Dies at 99

With his wife, Marilyn, he wrote the words to memorable TV theme songs and the Oscar-winning “The Way We Were” and “The Windmills of Your Mind.”

A New ‘Billy Budd’ Is a Pressure Cooker of Gay Desire

An adaptation of the Benjamin Britten opera, in turn based on Melville’s classic novella, joins a lineage of beautiful enigmas.

In Just a Few Minutes, This Music Will Change Your Day

Calm and graceful, this cello piece by Bach slowly dances through hopefulness, longing and introspection.

‘Washington Black’ Is a Defiantly Joyful Fable

Adapted from the Esi Edugyan novel, this Hulu series follows a child who escapes slavery and embarks on a life of swashbuckling adventure.

Alt Comedy Is Dead. Long Live Alt Comedy!

The term has fallen out of fashion, but the experimental spirit of the genre lives on in the refreshingly off-kilter Brent Weinbach and Eddie Pepitone.

The Familiar Fingerprints of a Forgotten Art Heist

After a valuable de Kooning was discovered behind a bedroom door, a true crime fan wondered: Is that all the thieves stole?

Novels and Movies Offer Closure. Video Games Should Too.

The industry’s shift toward live service games that are updated for years has studios unwilling to embrace the power of mortality.

Stephen Colbert Laments the Loss of ‘The Late Show’

CBS “will be ending ‘The Late Show’ in May,” Colbert told his audience on Thursday. He kept the announcement brief and light.

Only 5 Fingers Playing Piano, but the Sound of So Many Hands

Nicholas McCarthy overcame rejection to make a professional career playing the surprisingly vast repertoire for left-hand piano.

Fans React to Colbert ‘Late Show’ Cancellation With Puzzlement and Anger

Many questioned the timing of and motivation for the announcement, noting that Mr. Colbert hosted the most-watched show in late night television.

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 8 Recap: Bringing Sexy Back

And just like that, a “Sex and the City” revival seemed to remember the first word in the franchise title.

John Conklin, Who Created Fantastical Opera Sets, Dies at 88

Realizing a childhood dream, he created scenery that was highly conceptual yet playful for the Glimmerglass Festival, New York City Opera and other companies.

What to See in N.Y.C. Galleries in July

This week in Newly Reviewed, Travis Diehl covers a show focused on the human figure, and Julien Ceccaldi’s latter-day pop art.

‘The Porter’ Is a Rich Period Drama About Labor and Dignity

The series is substantive, well crafted and a little melancholy, centered on a group of Black train porters in Canada in the 1920s.

Jane’s Addiction Members Sue One Another After Onstage Fight

The rock band’s singer confronted its guitarist during a show last year, leading to the cancellation of its reunion tour.

Stan Douglas and the Double Life of Images

One of the most intelligent artists in North America finally gets the retrospective he deserves.

An Opera House’s New Era Begins With an Unlikely First: Strauss

Christian Thielemann’s inaugural new production as the general music director of the Berlin State Opera is the rarity “Die Schweigsame Frau.”

Connie Francis, Whose Ballads Dominated ’60s Pop Music, Dies at 87

From 1958 to 1964, she was the most popular female singer in the United States, selling 40 million records with tunes like “Who’s Sorry Now” and “Where the Boys Are.”

McCarthy performing a passage from the Ravel concerto.

After Not Paying for $14.5 Million Pollock, an Art Collector Is Sued

Phillips Auctioneers filed a lawsuit against a third-party guarantor who had agreed to buy the painting at a set price if it did not sell for more at auction.

‘Untamed’ Review: A National Park Procedural From Netflix

Onscreen, at least, there are enough rangers to keep Yosemite running and to investigate a mysterious death at El Capitan.

New York’s Best Summer Art Shows Are Upstate

From high-octane paintings by Dana Schutz to octagonal houses, our critic finds the best of Upstate Art Weekend. Everything you need to plan a great escape in the country.

Why ‘Jaws’ Works

A new documentary explores how Steven Spielberg’s hit reshaped the movie industry 50 years ago and why it resonates today. Hint: It’s not the shark.

Gillian Murphy, a Ballerina With Joy and Aplomb, Steps Down

After 29 years, the American Ballet Theater principal bids farewell with “Swan Lake.” It’s demanding. But she’s got this.

‘Rematch’ Recreates a Cultural Touchstone

A series dramatizes the 1997 chess match between a world champion and an IBM computer, a precursor of modern anxieties about artificial intelligence.

Late Night Fact-Checks Trump on His Uncle and the Unabomber

Jordan Klepper and other hosts poked holes in the president’s claim that his uncle had been the future terrorist’s professor at M.I.T.

There’s a Lot to Dig in Donkey Kong Bananza

A Dante-like descent brims with valuable fossils and gold, but also sharp thorns, burning lava and icy water.

Drake Returns Robustly, With Reinforcements

The Canadian superstar headlined all three nights of London’s Wireless Festival, showing off his range, reach and a glimpse of how he intends to leave his Kendrick Lamar beef in the past.

The Gospel Star Tasha Cobbs Leonard Takes a New Leap: A Studio Album

Inspired in part by a book she published last year, the singer and songwriter reveals more of herself on “Tasha,” an album blending gospel and pop.

Jimmy Fallon Fans the Flames of Burning MAGA Hats

People torched the hats in videos, apparently upset about the Jeffrey Epstein case. “People in China were like, ‘Oh, come on, we worked so hard making them,’” Fallon said.

As Iran Deports a Million Afghans, ‘Where Do We Even Go?’

As Iran Deports a Million Afghans, ‘Where Do We Even Go?’

‘American Idol’ Music Supervisor and Her Husband Are Found Slain

Robin Kaye was found shot to death inside her home in Los Angeles with her husband, Thomas Deluca, the police said. A 22-year-old was arrested in connection with the case.

Andrea Gibson, a Poet of Love, Hope and Gender Identity, Dies at 49

A master of spoken-word performance, Gibson insisted that poetry, especially when read aloud to an audience, was a political act.

Billy Jones, Impresario of New York’s Indie Music Scene, Dies at 45

He opened Baby’s All Right and three other nightclubs, a restaurant and a record store in a dozen years, helping the city maintain its cultural verve.

‘Adolescence’ Earns 13 Emmy Nominations, Including Nod for Owen Cooper

The show, about a teenager suspected of killing a schoolmate, won three Gotham Television Awards last month and was a hot topic in the weeks after it was released.

‘Severance’ and ‘The White Lotus’ Dominate the Emmy Acting Nominations

The buzzy series are the early favorites in the drama category.

‘The Pitt’ Receives 13 Emmy Nominations

The breakout medical hit received nods for outstanding drama series, lead actor, supporting actress, writing and directing for its first season.

‘The Studio’ Ties Emmys Record for Most Comedy Nods in a Season

Past winners like “Hacks” and “The Bear” lost some ground this year, making Apple TV+’s Hollywood satire starring Seth Rogen the one to beat.

Songs for the Heat of Peak Summer: Welcome to Lizard Season

Hear 10 songs from yeule, Momma, Four Tet and more.

Emmy Nomination Snubs and Surprises: ‘Squid Game,’ ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ and John Mulaney (Again)

Some big names (Alfonso Cuarón, Elisabeth Moss) were left off the Emmy nomination list while some underdogs (Jeff Hiller, “Common Side Effects”) sneaked on.

At Salzburg, a Modern Opera About Timeless Dreams and Realities

Peter Eotvos’s “Three Sisters,” based on the 1900 play by Anton Chekhov, is at the festival this year for the first time.

A Soprano Who’s Ready for Tragedy and Comedy at the Salzburg Festival

Asmik Grigorian will return to the role of Lady Macbeth in Verdi’s “Macbeth” and present her pop-infused comic recital “A Diva Is Born.”

He’s Bringing Rossini to Philadelphia and ‘West Side Story’ to Rome

The Italian director Damiano Michieletto has engaged, and sometimes enraged, European audiences. Now he’s preparing for his debut at a major U.S. opera company.

Emmy Nominees 2025: The Complete List

The 77th Emmy Awards ceremony is planned for Sept. 14. See all the nominees below.

2025 Emmy Nominations: ‘Severance’ and ‘The Penguin’ Lead the Pack

The nominees were announced Tuesday morning at the Television Academy’s Los Angeles headquarters.

Found: A Lost George Washington Battlefield

As a young officer in the French and Indian War, Washington was involved in a devastating friendly fire incident. Military veterans are helping archaeologists excavate the location.

The Further Adventures of Mark Morris’s Capacious Musical Imagination

For his company’s 45th anniversary season, Morris has made two new dances to composers he hasn’t used before: James P. Johnson and John Luther Adams.

This Math Tutor Keeps Popping Up in Wes Anderson Films

Michael Maggart, a high school friend of Anderson’s, has no training or aspirations to be an actor. The director keeps casting him anyway.

Seth Meyers Is Amused by MAGA’s Epstein Infighting

President Trump’s most conspiracy-minded supporters can’t believe he wants them to forget about the Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories.

More Woody Guthrie Songs? Yes, From a Trove of Homemade Recordings.

A new, intimate album will include 13 previously unheard songs and a rewrite of “This Land Is Your Land.”

Ashton’s ‘Sylvia’ Is a Test of a Ballerina’s Versatility

In American Ballet Theater’s production, four principal dancers made their debuts in the role, which carries the ballet.

When Americans Could Agree on History, At Least for 60 Seconds

In the 1970s, “Bicentennial Minutes” modeled a kind of mass-culture unity we’re unlikely to match for the country’s next big birthday.

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,’ Plus 6 Things to Watch on TV This Week

The Prime Video show returns with its third and final season — and maybe an answer for Belly’s love triangle.

‘Love Island USA’ Ends With a Franchise First. Here’s How It Got There.

After the finale, here are the big moments and takeaways for the seventh season of the show.

Charles Reinhart, 94, Dies; Steered Modern Dance Into the Mainstream

As the director of the American Dance Festival, he oversaw the growth of diverse dance traditions, both in the United States and abroad.

40 Years After Live Aid, It’s Still Personal for Bob Geldof

The rock star-turned-activist reflects on the 1985 benefit concert and why it could not happen now.

Move Over, Mario. This Cow Is Nintendo’s New Star.

Charmed by the introduction of a cow racer for the new Mario Kart World game, fans have made her the focus of videos that are surfacing in people’s Instagram and TikTok feeds.

Bill Dilworth, Caretaker of ‘The New York Earth Room,’ Is Dead at 70

For decades, he tended a SoHo loft filled with dirt, made by the conceptual artist Walter De Maria. People made pilgrimages to see it — and Mr. Dilworth, its magnetic steward.

How ‘Gay’ Became an Identity in Art

Two groundbreaking exhibitions in Chicago explore the shift in portrayals of same-sex attraction. They are being staged at a fraught moment.

The Best Mafia Show, According to Morgan Spector of ‘The Gilded Age’

The actor, who plays a railroad magnate on HBO’s period drama, is into Russian war novels, “lefty” podcasts and his home gym.

Mark Snow, Who Conjured the ‘X-Files’ Theme, Is Dead at 78

It took a misplaced elbow, a quirk of Los Angeles geography and some whistling from his wife to produce one of television’s most memorable melodies.

Brian Clarke, Stained-Glass Innovator, Is Dead at 71

Believing that the art form had to move from religious to secular settings, he designed installations in airports, corporate buildings, a country club and a marketplace.

Rebekah Del Rio, Mournful Singer of ‘Mulholland Drive’ Fame, Dies at 57

Her pivotal role performing a Spanish-language cover of Roy Orbison’s “Crying” in the 2001 David Lynch movie raised her profile, but her career was marked by misfortune.

Justin Bieber Surprises With ‘Swag,’ and 10 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Tyla, Kassa Overall, Syd, Jay Som and others.

From the Land of K-Pop Come the Joys of K-Swing

Swing and Lindy Hop, dance forms created by Black Americans in the 1920s and ’30s, are flowering in Korea. New York will get a taste in a mini festival.

Was Murderbot Smiling in the Finale? Only the Creators Know for Sure.

Chris and Paul Weitz talked about Season 1 of the acclaimed Apple TV+ series and the challenges of being a responsible human being — or cyborg.

Celebrating Humanity, Stubbornly, at Europe’s Photography Mecca

Since the 1970s, the Rencontres d’Arles has been the place to debut the art form’s latest developments. This year’s edition had a more retro feel.

‘Rage’ Is a Wild Spanish Dramedy About Women Who Are Pushed Too Far

The behaviors are extreme and exciting, but the show itself isn’t bleak. It is bright and funny, colorful and surprising.

Pierre Audi’s Last Act: A Dreamer’s Ambition on the Opera Stage

This year’s edition of the Aix-en-Provence Festival was planned by Audi but opened without him, following his death in May.

Meet the French Game Show Contestant Who Won 646 Times in a Row (and 23 Cars)

He also won TVs, musical instruments, a parachuting session, makeup, household appliances and much, much more. “It’s a lot,” he acknowledged.

In a New Opera, Violence Against Women Is Not Just the Stuff of Fables

Artists from different cultural traditions adapted an ancient tale to explore how to respond to betrayal and exploitation.

Superman’s Other Secret Weakness? Journalism Ethics.

Writing for The Daily Planet about his heroic alter ego raises thorny issues for Clark Kent. Lois Lane has her conflicts, too.

Ronny Chieng Ponders Iran’s Threat to Kill a Sunbathing Trump

The “Daily Show” host called the threat “an attack on all of America, because now we all have to picture him with his bare belly glistening in the sun.”

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 7 Recap: Double Standards

Guiseppe’s mother has opinions about her son’s new relationship with Anthony. Carrie gets defensive about seeming to flirt with her neighbor.

James Carter Cathcart, a Voice of ‘Pokémon’ Characters, Dies at 71

He was known for playing Professor Oak and Meowth in the long-running franchise. He also made appearances in other popular animated series such as “Yu-Gi-Oh!” and “One Piece.”

Thornton Willis, 89, Who Brought Emotion to Geometric Painting, Dies

He spent a lifetime patiently excavating the problems and possibilities of the painted surface — in terms of color, texture, process and space.

Dave ‘Baby’ Cortez, Hitmaker Who Seemed to Vanish, Is Dead at 83

His “The Happy Organ” reached No. 1 in 1959, but his pop stardom was short-lived, and his death in 2022, with an anonymous burial, remains a source of mystery.

Bronx Museum Picks New Leader

Shamim M. Momin, who started her curatorial career at the Whitney Museum of American Art, returns to New York to take the helm of the Bronx Museum of the Arts.

Video Game Actors End Contract Dispute Over A.I.

The actors went on an 11-month strike against the studios behind Call of Duty and other games because of concerns that visual and voice replicas would reduce their work.

A Tiny Chef Inspires an Outsize Outpouring

When Nickelodeon canceled “The Tiny Chef Show,” fans rallied around the wee gourmand. But his TV future remains uncertain.

Review: ‘Too Much’ Is Not Nervy Enough

This new Netflix comedy by Lena Dunham is the surprisingly mild tale of a young woman fleeing New York after a catastrophic breakup.

La Scala Warns Opera Patrons: No Flip-Flops or Tank Tops Allowed

Milan’s famed opera house is cracking down on the underdressed, even as it and other European opera companies try to attract a wider audience.

Does Lorde Still Want to Be a Star?

The beloved pop singer’s fourth album, “Virgin,” once again ponders whether being famous and obsessed over is all it’s cracked up to be.

In Des Moines, Big Operas and Big Ambitions Fill a Tiny Theater

Des Moines Metro Opera has become one of the country’s most successful smaller companies doing adventurous repertory in a 467-seat space.

Clifford Owens: Performance Art at the Edge of Transgression

In his new show, the artist, known for pushing the limits of acceptable behavior in his performance art, carefully, even timidly explores what it means to make transgressive art today.

In Beauford Delaney’s Luminous Watercolors, Color Flirts With Line

A rich exhibition of works on paper at the Drawing Center in SoHo showcases the paradox at the heart of Delaney’s work.

Jonathan Adler at MAD: A Potter’s Way With Puns and Commerce

The Museum of Arts and Design’s ceramics collection inspires a self-described pottery nerd.

Late Night Is All Over Grok’s Antisemitic Posts

“Do you know how racist and antisemitic you have to be for Elon Musk to step in?” Anthony Anderson, sitting in for Jimmy Kimmel, asked rhetorically.

On Colorado’s Wild Prairies, the Rest of the World Disappears

On Colorado’s Wild Prairies, the Rest of the World Disappears

‘The Gilded Age’ Enriches Its Portrait of Black High Society

Phylicia Rashad has joined the cast as an aristocratic matriarch. In an interview, she, Audra McDonald and Denée Benton discuss the show’s depiction of Black families.

Why Is L.A.’s Top Gallery Closing? Let the Owner Tell You.

Over 30 years, Blum Gallery was a powerhouse for Los Angeles and Japanese artists. But rising costs and lower sales in the art market forced a reckoning.

How the Women of ‘Too Much’ Made the Rom-Com Just Right

Lena Dunham wanted to open up the world of romantic comedies with her new Netflix series. In interviews, she and the stars Megan Stalter, Janicza Bravo and Emily Ratajkowski discuss how they did it.

Gilberto Gil Steps Away From the Stage, Vowing ‘My Music Will Continue’

At 83, the lauded Brazilian singer and songwriter whose career in music and politics has encompassed six decades is on a farewell tour.

Ronny Chieng on Trump’s Nobel Nomination: Consider the Source

An endorsement from Benjamin Netanyahu for the Nobel Peace Prize is like “a Husband of the Year nomination from O.J. Simpson,” the “Daily Show” host said.

Sean Combs Will Be Sentenced in October

The music mogul was convicted last week on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, each carrying a maximum of 10 years in prison.

Listening Back to When Janet Jackson Was for Lovers

Hear six sensual songs by the pop great.

‘Such Brave Girls’ Is an Audacious and Hilarious British Comedy

For fans of “Peep Show” and Sharon Horgan, this warped series about a dysfunctional family is in some ways a satire of the trauma comedy.

At Jacob’s Pillow, a High-Tech Theater Rises From the Ashes

The Doris Duke Theater, which burned down in 2020, has been rebuilt as a hub for dance and technology.

How to Experience Opera’s Most Interesting Festival From Afar

Many of the offerings at the Aix-en-Provence Festival in France are broadcast, or they travel to other theaters. Here are some highlights.

‘Diddy Parties’ Became a Meme. The Combs Case Was About Something Else.

The sweep of graphic lawsuits accusing Sean Combs of sex abuse led to a sense that his criminal case might examine celebrity debauchery in the music industry. It did not.

Peter Sellars Is Still Living His Life Through Art

The director, one of the most influential in opera, is staging new productions in New York, France and Austria this summer.

Jon Stewart Thinks Congress Is Basically Pro Wrestling Without the Fun

The “Daily Show” host said the drama around President Trump’s big policy bill was about as authentic as a World Wrestling Entertainment match.

The Curious Animals of Amsterdam’s Art Zoo

A new museum in a 17th-century canal house brings together fantastical taxidermy and natural history objects in an eclectic and eccentric mix.

Russian Maestro, Shunned in West Over Putin Support, Will Conduct in Italy

Valery Gergiev, an ally of Vladimir V. Putin, is set to conduct in Western Europe for the first time since institutions there cut ties over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

As Avignon Festival Turns to Dance, It Trips Up Some Onlookers

The festival opener “Nôt,” from Marlene Monteiro Freitas, drew both boos and applause. Elsewhere, for Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker, the spectacle was kept to the stage.

The ‘First Celebrity Athlete,’ a Century Before Social Media

A new project by the History Channel explores the triumphs and injustices of Jim Thorpe’s career. “He’s one of the greatest Americans,” the director Chris Eyre said.

She Turns Cultures and Commodities Upside Down

A breakout moment for Stephanie Comilang, a Filipino-Canadian filmmaker, who finds a poetry beneath the surface of migration and A.I. that transcends borders.

‘Too Much,’ Plus 7 Things on TV this Week

Lena Dunham’s new rom-com comes to Netflix, and two reality shows air.

Carla Maxwell, Keeper of the José Limón Flame, Dies at 79

Her stewardship of the troupe that bears his name became a model for other dance companies, like Martha Graham’s, after their founders died.

The Pilgrimage to Ozzy Osbourne’s Last Gig

Heavy metal fans crossed continents to converge on Birmingham, England, and throw devil horns in honor of the Prince of Darkness and Black Sabbath.

Jim Parkinson, Logo Artist in Print’s Glory Days, Dies at 83

His work blended classic design with a loose ’60s-style energy, giving publications like Rolling Stone an identity that radiated with gravitas and personality.

The Hunt for a 316-Year-Old Stradivarius Stolen in the Fog of War

The violin by the famed Italian luthier was plundered at the end of World War II and presumed lost or destroyed. Now experts say they believe it has resurfaced.

Ozzy Osbourne Plays His ‘Final Song’ With Black Sabbath

The metal luminary, 76, took the stage with his original bandmates at a farewell festival in his Birmingham, England, hometown on Saturday night.

Julian McMahon, ‘Nip/Tuck’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Star, Dies at 56

He played a half-human, half-demon in the WB supernatural series “Charmed” and a playboy plastic surgeon in the FX series “Nip/Tuck.”

Stuart Burrows, Welsh Lyric Tenor Who Straddled the Atlantic, Dies at 92

He was a mainstay at both the Metropolitan Opera and the Royal Opera House, winning acclaim for his full tenor range and a rich, unforced tone, notably singing Mozart.

Oasis Reunites, Its Songs Still Stomping and Wounds Still Healing

The British band, a showcase for the intoxicating but toxic chemistry of the brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, performed for the first time in 16 years.

Tony Hawk Loves an Early-Morning Skate

“We call that the ‘Adult Swim’ hour. That’s usually when the older skaters are there.”

Stranded Again, but Unable to Escape an Auteur’s Themes

Hideo Kojima’s message about the pitfalls of connection remains heavy-handed in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.

Sandra Neels, Eminent in Modern Dance for 60 Years, Dies at 85

She was a leading dancer for Merce Cunningham, a prolific choreographer and an admired teacher.

Oasis Returns to the Stage After 16 Years With Hugs and Hits

Liam and Noel Gallagher put aside their brotherly rivalry to play the first date of their band’s long-awaited comeback tour in Cardiff, Wales.

Kesha Seeks a Chaotic Love, and 9 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Foo Fighters, Ethel Cain, Tyler Childers and others.

Sean Combs Faces Not Just a Sentencing, but a Host of Civil Cases

The music mogul, convicted on lesser charges at his federal trial, has been accused of sexually assaulting people in dozens of suits. He has denied the allegations.

‘A Single Man,’ a Classic Gay Novel, Becomes a Ballet

Artists including the musician John Grant have collaborated to find feelings beyond the words of Christopher Isherwood’s 1964 book. Occasionally, they succeed.

A Musician on a Mission to Make Us Pay Attention to the Viola

Lawrence Power’s instrument has been overlooked throughout its history. He has made a career of changing that.

The Best Games for the Nintendo Switch 2

Although there aren’t a lot of truly new games for the hand-held console, some acclaimed Legend of Zelda titles have received exhilarating visual upgrades.

‘Dexter’ Has Been Resurrected Again. He Has Company.

Networks are releasing fewer scripted series than they did several years ago, but brand extension mania has only intensified in franchises like “Dexter,” “Yellowstone” and “Power.”

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 6 Recap: The Dams Break

Charlotte decides she can no longer keep a secret. Tensions between Aidan and his ex erupt, just not the way Carrie would have wanted.

Carney’s ‘Build, Baby, Build’ Faces Pushback From Indigenous Groups

Carney’s ‘Build, Baby, Build’ Faces Pushback From Indigenous Groups

Jim Shooter, Editor Who ‘Saved the Comics Industry,’ Dies at 73

He brought order and profits to Marvel in the 1980s and helped establish the genre as a popular-culture tent pole for decades to come.

Alternate Juror at the Sean Combs Trial: ‘I Understand’ the Verdict

A Manhattan man who did not deliberate but heard all 28 days of testimony said in an interview that he was not persuaded by the prosecution’s case.

‘Bet Your Life’ Is a Perky, Ghostly Dramedy

This Turkish Netflix series puts a metaphysical spin on the small-town murder mystery formula.

Reacting to the Sean Combs Verdict

A conversation about how and why the music mogul was acquitted of the most serious charges at his sex-trafficking trial.

What’s Next for Sean Combs?

The music mogul remains in custody after he was convicted on two counts of transporting prostitutes. A judge will determine his prison sentence at an unspecified date.

Sean Combs’s Winning Defense: He’s Abusive, but He’s Not a Racketeer

In defusing much of the government’s case, lawyers for the music mogul did not dispute that he did bad things. They disputed that they matched the crimes he was charged with.

What to Do in New York City in July

Looking for something to do in New York? Let Josh Sharp take you on a PowerPoint journey, celebrate Chinese culture at Lincoln Center, or watch dancers trace the history of hip-hop.

The Classical Music Our Critics Can’t Stop Thinking About

Watch and listen to recent highlights, including “The Comet/Poppea,” a Dave Malloy song cycle and a soprano’s surprise turn at the Metropolitan Opera.

Will Politics Derail America’s 250th Birthday Bash?

This week, President Trump started the countdown to next summer’s Semiquincentennial with an event at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Not everyone wants to wave the flag his way.

Secret Love Letters Remain Sealed in Vermeer Show

The Frick’s first post-renovation show unites three Vermeer masterpieces that explore letter-writing and (maybe) love affairs.

5 Musicians on Why Ozzy Osbourne Is Genuine Metal Royalty

As the Prince of Darkness prepares for his final concert with Black Sabbath, admirers including Lars Ulrich, Lita Ford and Billy Corgan extol his virtues.

The Death and Life of the Straight White Man’s Novel

The seeming decline of a certain type of novelist is much discussed and debated in the literary world. But the bigger question is whether it matters.

In ‘A Natural History of the Studio,’ Many William Kentridges Add Up to One

For his latest exhibition, the artist used doppelgängers to investigate how art, and people, are made.

Meet the judge who oversaw the Combs trial: Arun Subramanian.

Dave Scott, Hip-Hop Choreographer, Is Dead at 52

A former basketball standout with no formal dance training, he came to provide moves for rappers like Bow Wow and dance-battle films like “You Got Served.”

After Sean Combs Verdict, the Testimony of Cassie and ‘Jane’ Lingers

Two of Mr. Combs’s former girlfriends gave days of harrowing testimony of abuse, but jurors weren’t convinced those experiences with escorts were sex trafficking.

Sean Combs’s Nine Lives

For decades, he occupied a special stripe of the celebrity stratosphere. Now the man who helped turn rap into a global concern has escaped a sex-trafficking conviction.

Combs Acquitted of Sex Trafficking but Found Guilty on Lesser Charges

The music mogul was convicted of arranging for the travel of male escorts across state lines but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.

Experts Say Judge Has Wide Latitude in Sentencing Sean Combs

Judge Arun Subramanian can consider federal guidelines and aspects of the music mogul’s character and history when determining Mr. Combs’s sentence.

Combs Was Convicted Under the Mann Act, a Law With a Long History

The law, passed in 1910, prohibits the interstate or foreign transportation of an individual for sex. It has at times been used as a tool for political persecution.

Cassie’s Lawyer and Women’s Groups React to Sean Combs Verdict

Douglas Wigdor, a lawyer for Ms. Ventura, said, “He’s finally been held responsible for two federal crimes, something that he’s never faced in his life.”

Review: Jealousy Sets a Dance in Motion at American Ballet Theater

Christopher Wheeldon’s lengthy “The Winter’s Tale,” a ballet based on the Shakespeare play, is filled with bad behavior but also love and forgiveness.

Sean Combs was supported in court by his family (and Ye).

The anonymous jury was a diverse group of New Yorkers.

What we know about the jury’s deliberations.

Here’s the latest.

Sean Combs, convicted of arranging for the travel of escorts across state lines but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, will remain in jail until sentencing.

5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Art Blakey

Dig into 13 tracks from this influential drummer and bandleader, chosen by writers and musicians including several former members of his band, the Jazz Messengers.

How Oasis Stayed on People’s Minds (by Fighting Online)

The band hasn’t played a show since 2009, but the quarreling Gallaghers kept their names in the news by mastering the art of the troll, on social media and beyond.

Will Sharpe Is a Kind Renaissance Man

The 38-year-old plays the enigmatic love interest in Lena Dunham’s new show, “Too Much.” But he also has the kind of career as a writer and director that Jesse Eisenberg wants.

He’s Ringo. And Nobody Else Is.

As he turns 85, one of the last surviving Beatles is still musically curious, dispensing his signature wisdom, and preaching the gospel of peace and love.

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Disney+, Amazon, Max, AMC+ and More in July

A “Jaws” documentary, “Sinners,” “Washington Black” and the low-budget “Monster Island” arrive, and “Foundation” and “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” return.

Jurors in Sean Combs Trial Reach Verdict on All but One Count

The jury will keep deliberating on a racketeering conspiracy charge in the morning after saying there were “unpersuadable opinions on both sides.”

Judge Dismisses Jay-Z’s Suit Against Lawyer He Said Extorted Him

Lawyers for the rapper had accused Tony Buzbee of making false assault claims. Another federal suit Jay-Z has filed against Mr. Buzbee and his client continues.

Dana Carvey Calls His Biden Impression a ‘Delicate Thing’

For his portrayal of the former president on “Saturday Night Live,” Carvey admitted that he had to toe a careful line.

Günther Uecker, Who Punctuated His Art With Nails, Dies at 95

A member of the German collective Zero Group, he hammered thousands of nails — into columns, chairs, canvases — expressing the power of repetition to bring about complexity.

Excerpt: ‘The Comet/Poppea’

From the work’s New York premiere at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center.

10 Songs of Rebellion and Defiance for the Fourth

Tracy Chapman, Björk, Public Enemy and more songs for rabble-rousing and celebrating revolution.

Anatomy of a Comedy Cliché

How did comedians “getting real” become such a common trope in TV and movies?

What to Know About Bob Vylan, the Band at the Center of a Scandal

The police in Britain are investigating, and the band lost its U.S. visas after a member called for “death” to Israel’s army at a festival.

Quilting Gathering Brings a New Tradition to a Classic Form

A Juneteenth weekend conference in Durham, N.C., looks to establish itself as a place that carries on a cultural legacy.

‘Love Island USA’ Has a New Villain This Season: The Viewers

Audiences have bullied past contestants, but after an islander has become particularly divisive, the series is taking more steps to keep fans from harassing stars and their families.

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in July

This month brings an “Old Guard” sequel and Lena Dunham’s return to TV.

Neil Sedaka Executed One of Pop’s Great Comebacks. Now, He Just Plays.

At 86, the singer and songwriter is seeing his albums reissued as he occasionally takes the stage to celebrate his decades-old resurrection.

Satie’s Music Will Always Be Popular. But Will We Ever Understand It?

A century after the composer’s death, he is ubiquitous on relaxation playlists. Those just scratch the surface of a stranger, more complicated career.

The Beauty of Her Animal Heads Is in the Eye of the Beholder

A sought-after textile artist applies a can-do spirit from her artsy childhood in a Swedish commune to creating animal costume heads for performers. They cost from $2,500 to $3,500.

Finding the Key to Cézanne, the First Painter I Ever Loved

In the artist's breathtaking quarry pictures, his singular vision runs into the hard facts of deep time.

Rediscovering the First Painter I Ever Loved

Rediscovering the First Painter I Ever Loved

Is Lorde Finally Done With the Spotlight?

Her fourth album, “Virgin,” is her most erratic and least convincing. But the pop skeptic has a new target: herself.

8 Key Text Exchanges at the Sean Combs Trial

The words sent between the mogul and his girlfriends have been cited as crucial evidence by both sides in a case that turns on whether sex marathons he directed were coercive.

‘Squid Game’ Season 3 Recap: More Misery and a Surprise Cameo

The final season of the Netflix hit brought the story to a largely predictable conclusion, with one last twist at the end.

Combs Jury Ends First Day of Deliberations Without a Verdict

The jury deciding the sex-trafficking case was interrupted for an hour when the foreperson told the court that a juror was having trouble following the judge’s instructions.

‘The Bear’ Is Back, but Where’s the Beef?

The restaurant’s business challenge in Season 4 — balancing comfort food and haute cuisine — is also a metaphor for the show’s creative issues.

In Ashton’s ‘Sylvia,’ Ballerinas Get to Be Like Wonder Woman

Hunting bows in hand, a new generation of dancers takes on the multifaceted role at American Ballet Theater.

Date Everything! From the Comfort of Your Anthropomorphic Home

FBC: Firebreak, a co-op shooter by the studio behind Control, underwhelms in every way. Rooftops & Alleys celebrates parkour with fluid animations and intricate combos.

‘Tour de France: Unchained,’ Plus 9 Things to Watch on TV this Week

Netflix airs the documentary series on the bike race and various networks release shark stories.

‘Pastoral’ Review: Sampling Beethoven at Bard

The latest work by the choreographer Pam Tanowitz combines music and design in fresh and delightfully unpredictable ways.

Beyoncé Pauses Concert After Car Prop Mishap Left Her Dangling Over Crowds

She was singing “16 Carriages,” as she sat in the back of a red convertible prop high above the crowds on Saturday, when it suddenly slanted in the air.

She Thought Lady Gaga Bought Her Art. Then Things Got Strange.

The artist Emma Webster was excited when it appeared the pop star wanted to buy one of her artworks. But it was an impostor and she has asked the F.B.I. for help.

Kneecap Brings Pro-Palestinian Politics Back Onstage at Glastonbury

The band landed in trouble over anti-Israel statements, and a member faces a terrorism charge. But at Britain’s biggest music festival, tens of thousands cheered it.

‘Rust’ Crew Members Settle Civil Suit With Producers, Court Papers Show

The lawsuit accused the producers of negligence in the fatal shooting of the cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the movie’s set in 2021.

Lalo Schifrin, 93, Dies; Composer of ‘Mission: Impossible’ and Much More

He was best known for one enduring TV theme, but he had a startlingly diverse career as a composer, arranger and conductor in a wide range of genres.

Stream These 7 Movies and TV Shows Before They Leave in July

A ton of great titles are leaving next month for U.S. subscribers, many of them very soon. Catch them while you can.

LACMA Opens the Doors to Its New Building

The museum invited the public for a preview of its new David Geffen Galleries spanning Wilshire Boulevard — before the art moves in next year.

What Happened in the Closing Arguments of the Sean Combs Trial

The jurors will begin deliberating on Monday. The music mogul has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.

‘The Bear’ Season 4: Here Are the Cameos

“The Bear” returned for its fourth season this week with high-stakes restaurant drama and high-wattage cameos.

‘I’m Not That Into Classical Music. But I’m Into Dudamel.’

A few hundred New Yorkers took in an evening of the New York Philharmonic and fireworks at Cunningham Park in Queens.

Captain Nemo Is Indian? ‘Nautilus’ Helps Correct the Record.

Depictions of the submarine captain from “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” have almost always been white. An AMC series hews closer to Jules Verne’s intentions.

Henry Taylor’s Mentor Was the Art World’s Bruce Lee

The encouraging kicks of a star teacher (James Jarvaise) and his star pupil (Henry Taylor) are on view at Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles.

6 Podcasts to Boost Your Productivity and Focus

Shows from Cal Newport, David Allen and more offer advice on how to make the most of your time at work and beyond.

Oasis Ends a 16-Year Pause With a Familiar Goal: Conquering America

The British band is huge at home, where it’ll play its first reunion show on Friday. Despite success in the U.S., the Gallaghers remain unconvinced they’ve made it there.

How 5 States Are Trying to Lure Hollywood Productions

States have spent at least $25 billion to attract movie and TV filming. Texas and New York are increasing their subsidies, while Georgia and Louisiana are broadening their programs.

Democrats Cheer Hollywood Tax Breaks They Once Called ‘Corporate Welfare’

California politicians once derided a $50 million proposal by Arnold Schwarzenegger. With the support of unions, they’re now strongly backing a $750 million subsidy.

4 Takeaways From the Defense’s Closing Argument at Sean Combs’s Trial

Mr. Combs’s lead lawyer made a final appeal to the jury, arguing in often sarcastic tones that the government’s evidence contradicted its case against the hip-hop mogul.

Jack Kleinsinger, Impresario Behind a Marathon Jazz Series, Dies at 88

A lawyer by day, he created Highlights in Jazz, bringing together artists both famous and unknown in more than 300 concerts over 50 years.

Prestige Podcast Company Pineapple Street Studios Shuts Down

The studio was a model podcast startup of the 2010s. But Audacy, its owner, has struggled to turn a profit.

Rosalind Fox Solomon, Whose Photos Captured Emotional Nuance, Dies at 95

Critics compared her unnerving images to those of Diane Arbus, but praised her ability to infuse her subjects with warmth and humanity.

The defense offers an alternative view of the video of the 2016 hotel assault.

Sean Combs’s Son Christian Releases a Song With Ye: ‘Diddy Free’

The track, which also features North West, includes a chorus where the rapper known as King Combs promises not to sleep “’til we see Diddy free.”

Jonathan Mayers, a Founder of the Bonnaroo Music Festival, Dies at 51

He helped bring crowds of music fans to a remote Tennessee cow farm with Bonnaroo, and to San Francisco with the Outside Lands festival.

In court, Combs has adopted an easygoing, subdued demeanor.

France Opens Competition to Expand Overcrowded Louvre

Architects are being asked to submit proposals for a new entrance for the world’s most visited museum — and to create a new exhibition space for the Mona Lisa.

Sean Combs’s defense pokes at witness testimony about kidnappings and arson.

An Unearthed Joni Mitchell Jazz Demo, and 11 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Sarah McLachlan, Camilo, Us3 and others.

Sean Combs’s lawyer, in an animated closing argument, calls it ‘a tale of two trials.’

Tech C.E.O. Pays $400,000 to Conduct the Toronto Symphony

Mandle Cheung, a 78-year-old amateur conductor, led a performance of Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony over the objections of some musicians.

In its closing argument, the prosecution said Combs’s ‘crimes have been exposed.’

Who’s who on Sean Combs’s defense team.

Who is Cassie, and what did she say on the stand?

Here’s the latest.

Did ‘The Bear’ Bounce Back? Sort of, Chef

After a divisive previous season, the fine-dining dramedy regained some momentum. But other aspects of Season 4 might leave fans cold. Here, we recap it all.

This Operatic Comedy Was Once a Delight. Why Is It Ignored Today?

Georg Philipp Telemann’s overlooked intermezzo “Pimpinone” is being presented by the Boston Early Music Festival this weekend.

Matthew Goode’s Surprising and Subversive ‘Dept. Q’ Performance

The British actor is the engine that drives the popular new Netflix series.

‘Squid Game’ Review: Game Over

It’s time for Netflix’s global phenomenon to give up its final answers, if there are any.

The Brazilian Artist Who Listens to Minerals

At SculptureCenter in Queens, Luana Vitra’s show “Amulets” draws you in with its beauty. Then it drives home the tragic underpinnings of mining.

Scorched Stumps and Spotless Art at the Reopened Getty Villa

Although the museum’s artwork was unscathed, roughly 1,400 trees on the property burned during the Palisades fire. Visible traces of the devastation are intentional.

Diego Luna Gives Jimmy Kimmel the Gift of Fox News Coverage

While filling in for Kimmel this week, the actor-director got the attention of Laura Ingraham, who said she’d never seen the show before.

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 5 Recap: Heels

The Goldenblatts and the Wexleys go glamping on Governors Island, but all is not well. Carrie meets her moody new neighbor.

4 Takeaways From the Prosecution’s Closing Argument at Sean Combs’s Trial

After seven weeks of testimony, the government detailed to jurors why it says the mogul is guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering.

‘Art Detectives’ Is Good Nerdy Fun

Murder? Of course. But this British series also gets excited about things like Viking gold, Chinese artifacts and Dutch master paintings.

A prosecutor argues Combs’s use of coercion to compel freak-offs proves sex trafficking.

What are the ‘freak-offs’ and ‘hotel nights’ at the core of the Sean Combs case?

A prosecutor lays out the racketeering evidence against Combs.

At the Cloisters, Percussion and Dance Move Through Medieval Spaces

Michael Gordon’s site-specific “The Forest of Metal Objects” surrounds precious art and architecture with the music of chains and flower pots.

Combs’s criminal conspiracy included Kristina Khorram, his top aide, the prosecution says.

What Are RICO Charges, and How Can They Be Proven?

Prosecutors aimed to show jurors that Sean Combs ran a criminal enterprise responsible for years of sex-trafficking, drug distribution and other crimes.

Benson Boone, a Showy Male Pop Star for This American Moment

Pop in the 21st century has largely been a woman’s game, but Boone has flipped his way into the upper echelon by satisfying at least four different internet niches.

The prosecution begins by emphasizing two violent assaults at the heart of the case.

Key testimony for the defense: a disputed timeline and lots of texts.

Key testimony for the prosecution: Cassie and ‘Jane,’ violence and the role of employees.

Six prosecutors presented the case against Sean Combs.

Here’s the latest.

Here are the charges against Sean Combs and the potential sentence for each one.

Who is Sean Combs?

‘Squid Game’ Is Back for Its Final Season. Here’s What to Remember

Only six months have passed since the Season 2 premiere, but there was plenty to keep track of. Here’s a quick look at where things left off.

Pam Tanowitz’s ‘Pastoral’ Weaves Beethoven, Art and City Traffic

Tanowitz’s new dance, made with the painter Sarah Crowner and the composer Caroline Shaw, premieres at the Fisher Center at Bard College.

The Best Video Games of 2025, So Far

Compelling games this year include fantasy epics, a fast-paced cooperative adventure and a mysterious manor oozing with puzzles.

Wet Leg Became Indie Superheroes Overnight. Now They’re Acting Like It.

The British act blew up with witty, sharp-edged songs. Now Rhian Teasdale is its mouthpiece, Hester Chambers retreated from the spotlight and the duo is “definitely a band.”

The Artist Risham Syed Takes a Bird’s-Eye View of Colonialism

In the face of several high-stakes challenges, Syed’s debut U.S. show opened at the Newark Museum and showed how beauty can deceive across two continents.

The Artist Who Bends Photography Into Many Shapes

Kunié Sugiura’s first American retrospective, at SFMOMA, follows a long career full of experimentation.

Late Night Ponders the Possibility of a Millennial Mayor of New York

Jimmy Fallon imagined Zohran Mamdani’s reaction to his surprising success in the primary: “My seven roommates are never going to believe this.”

Léon Krier, Architect Whose Classical Work Won a Royal Ally, Dies at 79

Although many of his designs remain unbuilt — with a few exceptions, including King Charles’s Poundbury — he was a driving force in the New Urbanism movement.

Valery Panov, Ballet Star Who Fought to Leave the U.S.S.R., Dies at 87

Trying to move to Israel with his ballerina wife, he was harassed and jailed while becoming an international cause célèbre and a Cold War symbol of the plight of Soviet Jews.

The Edge, U2’s Guitarist, Becomes Irish Citizen After 62 Years There

The musician born David Evans was one of more than 7,500 people who became citizens in a series of ceremonies in southwest Ireland this week.

Finding Yourselves in a Gloriously Stressful Sci-Fi Adventure

The Alters is an extraordinary survival game that explores miscommunication, human fallibility and conflicting motivations.

Gailard Sartain, Character Actor and ‘Hee Haw’ Regular, Dies at 81

Though best known for comedy, he also played serious roles, including a sinister sheriff in “Mississippi Burning.” The director Alan Rudolph cast him in nine films.

Global Arts Festival Taking Shape Inside Gowanus Power Station

The first Powerhouse: International will feature works from South Africa’s William Kentridge, Brazil’s Carolina Bianchi — and 10,000, $30 tickets.

An Astounding Debut, and Other Highlights From American Ballet Theater

The Russian ballerina Olga Smirnova lit up the start of the company’s six-week summer season. She wasn’t alone.

Late Night Is Taken Aback by Trump’s Potty Mouth

Seth Meyers said that even with “zero standards of expectations for Trump,” he was shocked to see the president use profanity on the White House lawn.

‘Ironheart’ Review: Marvel Follows Suit

Our biggest cinematic universe ends its current phase with a Disney+ series about a young engineering genius with Ironman dreams.

Mick Ralphs, of Mott the Hoople and Bad Company, Dies at 81

A guitarist and songwriter, he ditched glam rock at its peak and scored with meatier stadium-rock anthems like “Can’t Get Enough” and “Feel Like Making Love.”

Marcia Resnick, Whose Camera Captured New York’s ‘Bad Boys’, Dies at 74

A conceptual artist, she used photography to make surrealistic images and then went on to document Manhattan’s downtown scene and its mostly male provocateurs.

Lynn Hamilton, a Steady Presence on ‘Sanford and Son,’ Dies at 95

A former Broadway actress, she was a no-nonsense foil for the unruly Fred Sanford. She also warmed hearts with a recurring role on the “The Waltons.”

‘Baby Farm’ Is a Harrowing Nigerian Drama

Inspired by the bleak, real-life phenomenon of Nigerian “baby factories,” the Netflix series nonetheless manages not to be a didactic, punishing slog.

Bobby Sherman, Easygoing Teen Idol of the 1960s and ’70s, Dies at 81

First on TV and then on the pop charts, he became so popular so young, he once said, that he “didn’t really have time to have an ego.”

Sean Combs Thanks the Judge at His Federal Trial as His Defense Rests

After 28 days of testimony in the federal sex-trafficking and racketeering trial, both sides rested. The music mogul did not take the stand.

8 Rising Pop Girls You Should Hear Now

Reneé Rapp, Ethel Cain, Suzy Clue and more from prospects experimenting with undeniably modern modes while recognizing their place in the Pop Girl lineage.

Get Ready for a New Season of ‘The Bear’

The kitchen dramedy returns Wednesday, a year after its divisive third season ended on a cliffhanger. Here’s what to remember for the new episodes.

Pusha T and Malice Reunite as Clipse, With Vengeance on Their Minds

The duo of brothers known for rapping with single-minded focus is returning with “Let God Sort Em Out,” its first studio album since 2009.

On Smaller Opera Stages, Daring Art Has More Room to Breathe

Unlike most countries, Germany has a network of minor but generously subsidized theaters whose vitality is remarkable, and unmatched.

The Curious Proposal to Fund a State Arts Council With $1

New Hampshire residents pushed back, but lawmakers still plan to decimate the group, which gives grants to theaters and museums.

Jimmy Fallon Wonders What Trump Will Launch Next

The “Tonight Show” host said it was crazy that the president had “launched an attack on Iran, his own parade and a cellphone in the same week.”

As Sean Combs Took a Victory Lap, He Planned Sex Nights, Prosecutors Say

Questioning its final witness, the government laid out flight plans, escort prices, hotel reservations and a web of payments for sexual encounters in 2023.

6,000 Pounds of Sculpture Are Stolen, Somehow

Two massive works were heisted from a warehouse, then found a week later in a trailer, the authorities said.

Arnaldo Pomodoro, 98, Sculptor of Monumental Fractured Spheres, Dies

His bronze works — smooth-skinned orbs slashed to reveal complex cores — are in public places around the world, including outside the U.N. headquarters and in Vatican City.

For Haim, a Breakup Is an Inspiration

“I Quit,” the band’s fourth album, leans into heartache and moving on.

With Broadway Tunes, Democrats Protest Trump’s Takeover of Kennedy Center

The small concert hosted by five senators during Pride Month was directed by the lead producer of “Hamilton.” An altered set of “Les Misérables” lyrics poked at the president.

The ‘Accidental Archivist’ of the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival

For 50 years, Norton Owen has connected the past and present at the influential summer festival in the Berkshires.

The Best Art Shows of 2025, So Far

Our critics pick 11 outstanding exhibitions — many still on view this summer —and tour the renewed Frick Collection and the Met’s Michael C. Rockefeller Wing.

The Real Winner of ‘Squid Game’ Is Hwang Dong-hyuk

The South Korean writer-director won an Emmy and the attention of the world with his dystopian action drama. As Netflix releases the third and final season, he is happy it’s over.

‘The Bear,’ Plus 3 Things to Watch on TV This Week

The Hulu original series returns for its fourth season, and a new crime drama from Dennis Lehane airs.

Aide Who Was Sean Combs’s ‘Right Hand’ Draws Scrutiny at His Trial

Kristina Khorram, the mogul’s former chief of staff, was not charged in his indictment, but the government has identified her and other staff as co-conspirators.

What Does Shane Gillis Want (to Get Away With)?

Gillis built a bro-comedy fan base and endured a quasi cancellation. With his Netflix sitcom “Tires,” he’s trying to map the leap from edgelord to the mainstream.

Dr. Demento, Song Satirist and D.J. Who Promoted Weird Al, Is Retiring

Barry Hansen, mostly known by his D.J. name, said he’d end his show’s run after 55 years of playing parody songs. His syndicated show was once heard on more than 150 radio stations.

Gunilla Knutson, Star of ‘Take It Off’ Shaving Cream Ads, Dies at 84

A model who was crowned Miss Sweden in 1961, she became best known for commercials that one observer said “replaced the ‘hard sell’ with the ‘sex sell.’”

Lou Christie, ‘Lightnin’ Strikes’ Pop Crooner, Is Dead at 82

A late-1960s throwback to the days of clean-cut teen idols — he called himself “the missing link” — he rode his gymnastic vocal range to a string of hits.

Terry Louise Fisher, a Creator of ‘L.A. Law,’ Dies at 79

She channeled her experiences — and frustrations — as a Los Angeles prosecutor into an award-winning career as a television writer and producer.

Searching for Meaning Amid the Jumble, at the Venice Architecture Biennale

Navigating the show has always been challenging, especially for visitors who aren’t experts. This year’s curator wants to give them a helping hand.

Can Art Basel and Treasure House Lure Collectors to Buy as They Once Did?

The fairs this week and next hope to drum up enthusiasm with blue-chip artists, antiques and more — including a drawing King Charles III made when he was 9.

Mozart Played Here, Retired Soldiers Live Here. It’s Also the Site of an Art Fair.

Built in London centuries ago to house soldiers “broken by age and war,” the Royal Hospital Chelsea has lived many lives, including as home to the Treasure House Fair.

A Lebanese Gallerist Marks 40 Years in the Industry With Three Shows

At first, Andrée Sfeir-Semler focused on European artists. Then she pivoted to representing mostly Arab artists, leading a seismic art world shift.

A Science-Minded Artist Shrinks the Universe to Human Scale

Katie Paterson, a Scottish artist known for deeply research-based works, continues her universal explorations with two shows in England.

Erykah Badu’s Woozy Flirtation, and 9 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Kehlani, Benson Boone, Witch and others.

Former Combs Assistant Says Mogul Told Staff to ‘Move Like SEAL Team 6’

Brendan Paul testified that his duties for Sean Combs involved getting drugs, setting up hotel rooms for sexual encounters and handling routine tasks.

Chris Brown Free to Play World Tour After Not Guilty Plea

The R&B star will not stand trial on assault charges until October 2026 and can continue touring, including playing U.S. dates.

Politics Looms Over the World’s Biggest Contemporary Art Fair

At this year’s edition of Art Basel, European arts leaders worried about tariffs, whether to loan their art and if they needed to re-evaluate their relationships with American institutions.

Why ‘Jaws’ Would Never Be Made Today

Would “Jaws,” the first blockbuster, be greenlit today? Probably not. Alissa Wilkinson, a New York Times film critic, breaks down why.

Barbra Streisand on the Duets That Define Her: ‘I Like Drama’

With a new album due next week that pairs her with Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Laufey, Sam Smith and more, the singer looks back at her prized collaborations.

How ‘Boots on the Ground’ Two-Stepped Onto Everyone’s Summer Playlist

Black Southern line dance culture, and a co-sign from Beyoncé, has helped to popularize the song and its fan-snapping moves.

In Just a Few Minutes, This Music Will Change Your Day

In this short piano piece, an intimate song without words, Brahms holds back the tears, which makes it heartbreaking.

In ‘Ironheart,’ Dominique Thorne Suits Up for the Spotlight

In Marvel’s new series, she reprises her role from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” a young genius who is building a super suit to rival Tony Stark’s.

Jimmy Kimmel Isn’t Shocked by Trump’s Silence on Juneteenth

Kimmel imagined the Trump base’s reaction had the president acknowledged the holiday: “We’re the ones who stopped enslaving — they should have a holiday for us!”

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 4 Recap: Guilty

Aidan says he invited Carrie to stay with him longer in Virginia because he felt guilty. But is that really true?

Kim Woodburn, British TV’s No-Nonsense ‘Queen of Clean,’ Dies at 83

She was a blunt and bossy domestic dominatrix on the series “How Clean Is Your House?” honing a persona as the rudest woman on reality television.

‘America’s Sweethearts’ Is a Compelling Sports Series

Season 2 of this docuseries about the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders is an intense look at found families and all the healing and trouble that come with them.

‘Churchyard’ and ‘Tablet’ Review: Irreverence and Resurrection

At the Joyce Theater through Sunday, the Paul Taylor Dance Company revives two half-lost works from the 1960s, traversing matters both sacred and profane.

Review: ‘The Comet/Poppea’ Merges Opera’s Past and Present

A Monteverdi masterpiece and a new work by George Lewis are played simultaneously in an American Modern Opera Company production at Lincoln Center.

‘The Waterfront’ Brings More Murder to Netflix

Created by Kevin Williamson, this new drama set in North Carolina is a pulpy family saga of violence and secrets, land and legacy.

Julia Margaret Cameron, Portraitist Who Broke the Rules

Starting her career at 48, she bent a new art form to challenge the conventions of studio photography.

When van Gogh Fled South, This Family Gave Him Purpose

An exhibition in Boston celebrates the little known Roulins of Arles, a family that tempered the artist’s depressions and sat for indelible portraits.

Kung Fu’s Kinetic Action Meets the Beautiful Game

With martial arts trickery and action sensibilities, Rematch reinvents soccer video games as an exhilarating bulletless shooter.

Seth Meyers Wishes Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz Could Both Lose

The clash of conservative titans had Meyers feeling like a Roman emperor: “I just want someone to feed me grapes while I say, ‘Let them fight.’”

In a Passionate Composer’s First Opera, Sex Flirts With Death

Rebecca Saunders has collaborated with the artist Ed Atkins to create “Lash,” a work that hovers around themes of illness and intimacy.

Vicki Goldberg Dies at 88; Saw Photography Through a Literary Lens

An influential photography critic, she wrote essays, newspaper columns and books, including a notable biography of the photojournalist Margaret Bourke-White.

Dan Storper, Evangelist of World Music, Dies at 74

His record label, Putumayo, gathered sounds from around the globe and pushed them into the mainstream, selling 35 million compilation CDs worldwide.

David Lynch’s Director’s Chair Sells for $70,000 at Los Angeles Auction

The sale of more than 400 items, including unfinished screenplays for “Ronnie Rocket” and a 35-millimeter print of “Eraserhead,” brought in an estimated $4.25 million.

Is Contemporary Art’s Most Important Fair Losing Its Luster?

The Swiss edition of Art Basel was once a must-attend art world event. Now it faces formidable challenges — including from its own Paris offshoot.

5 Highlights From the Pianist Alfred Brendel’s Sprawling Career

Brendel, who died on Tuesday at 94, concentrated on a small number of canonical composers, mainly Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert.

Lawsuit Accuses Tyler Perry of Sexual Assault

Derek Dixon, an actor who worked with Mr. Perry, is suing him for $260 million for sexual harassment, assault and battery. A lawyer for Mr. Perry called the allegations a “scam.”

The Best Classical Music of 2025, So Far

Our critics picked nine performances that included star turns, new opera productions and the unveiling of a concert hall at the Frick Collection.

Bruce Springsteen Reveals His Paths Not Taken

An album “is a record of who you are and where you were at that moment in your life,” he said. With “Tracks II,” he adds seven full ones to his catalog.

Studio Ghibli’s Majestic Sensibility Is Drawing Imitators

Forty years after the Japanese animation studio was founded, game creators are embracing its legacy of moral integrity.

The Color Black Dazzles in Raymond Saunders Retrospective

In his largest ever American institutional show, at the Carnegie Museum of Art, the nonagenarian painter is an unparalleled master of black.

Jordan Klepper Calls Trump Out for His ‘Irish Exit’ at G7

The president left the Group of 7 summit in Canada a day ahead of schedule, and Tuesday’s “Daily Show” host thinks he knows why.

David Hekili Kenui Bell, an Actor in ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ Dies at 46

Mr. Bell’s first role in a feature film was providing comic relief in the Disney hit.

‘Chaos’ Is a Morning Show Dramedy With Verve

This Danish series, about a morning show in crisis, is light but not dumb, credible but still arch. It is also very different from “The Morning Show.”

A Trip Through Trip-Hop’s Past and Future

Listen to songs from Portishead and Cibo Matto, plus inheritors like Fcukers and a.s.o.

The Sean Combs Trial: A Timeline of the Testimony

The music mogul was found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution, but acquitted on more serious sex-trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges.

Alfred Brendel, Bravura Pianist Who Forged a Singular Path, Dies at 94

With little formal training but full of ideas, he focused on the core classical composers, winning over audiences (though not every critic) around the world.

Jurors at Sean Combs Trial See ‘Freak-Off’ Videos Chosen by the Defense

Jurors were also shown how expenses related to the sexual encounters were paid for by the mogul’s companies, as well as text and phone records surrounding a 2016 assault.

Paul Simon at the Beacon Theater: Quiet, Intricate, Masterly

Subtlety reigned as the musician played his post-farewell tour in New York, which included a full performance of his 33-minute LP, “Seven Psalms.”

The Best TV Shows of 2025, So Far

Returning hits like “Severance” and “The White Lotus” inspired plenty of chatter, but did they make our top TV list?

The Fantasy of Breaching the Tech Bro’s Retreat

We cannot escape the influence of the technological elite — and now, in tales like ‘Mountainhead” and “Careless People,” we imagine that they cannot escape us.

Generation Alpha’s FarmVille Is Growing Like Crazy in Roblox

On Saturday, more than 16 million people were planting seeds and collecting exotic pets within Grow a Garden at the same time. Many were not yet teenagers.

Does It Matter How a Cello Is Held? It’s a Centuries-Old Debate.

Historical response to the cello endpin, which anchors the instrument to the floor, has alternated between acceptance and pushback.

Late Night Thinks Trump’s Military Parade Was Kind of Dull

It was “basically a $50 million version of when a 5-year-old shows you every car in his Hot Wheels collection,” Jimmy Kimmel said on Monday.

Louvre Staff’s Work Stoppage Shutters Museum for Hours

Visitors were left stranded outside in Paris on Monday after a monthly union meeting led to a wildcat strike over workplace conditions and crowding.

Beuford Smith, Photographer Who Chronicled Black Life, Dies at 89

He was a prominent member of the Kamoinge Workshop, a collective that nurtured Black photographers at a time when they were marginalized by the mainstream.

An Experimental Music Collective Arrives at Lincoln Center

The American Modern Opera Company is taking over Lincoln Center for a five-week residency. It is both a milestone and a homecoming for these artists.

Gonzalo Garcia Appointed Artistic Director of Miami City Ballet

Garcia, a former principal at New York City Ballet and San Francisco Ballet, takes over as Miami City celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Jurors at Sean Combs Trial See Video of ‘Freak-Off’ Sexual Encounters

Earlier on Monday, the judge dismissed a juror over a “lack of candor” and prosecutors strove to show that the mogul’s “right hand” aide helped organize sex nights.

Crowning New York’s Top ‘Pigeon’

Thousands of people gathered on the High Line on Saturday for Pigeon Fest, inspired by an artist’s sculpture and an appreciation for the city’s most resilient birds.

‘Floating Ballerina Vibes’: The Hypnotic Allure of Indoor Skydiving

Athletes who fly in wind tunnels are capitalizing on the creative possibilities of this young sport.

‘We Were Liars,’ Plus 7 Things to Watch on TV This Week

The adaptation of E. Lockhart’s Y.A. horror novel comes to Prime Video, and “The Gilded Age” returns for a third season.

‘Tacos de Lengua’ Review: Finding the Rhythm of the Night

At the Chocolate Factory Theater in Queens on Friday, Martita Abril’s performance expressed life on the border from multiple angles.

One of Opera’s Most In-Demand Provocateurs Puts Down Roots

Stefan Herheim, the artistic leader of Theater an der Wien in Vienna, is wrapping up his first season inside the newly renovated theater.

Trump’s Parade Drafted the Army Into a War of Images

After a week of stunning and sobering TV-news scenes, the brassy Trumpy production was a surreal viewing experience.

Joel Shapiro,Celebrated Stick-Figure Sculptor, Dies at 83

His work conveyed a surprising depth of emotion, hinting at the threat of imbalance. He also produced more than 30 large-scale commissions.

The Question for the Sean Combs Jurors: What Qualifies as Coercion?

The jury will be asked to determine if two women who engaged in marathon sex sessions with escorts did so willingly or because they were under threat.

The Best Dance of 2025, So Far

Our critics picked 10 performances that have offered a robust alternative to the here and now with a tonic of beauty, rage and wisdom.

150 Years of Scribbles at the Art Students League

Long a center of artistic development for New Yorkers big and small, the League celebrates its sesquicentenary this year with a dream-themed ball.

At National History Day, Students Get Competitive About the Past

Americans are fighting about history. This past week, thousands of students from across the country came together to celebrate it.

Arnold Schwarzenegger Is Busy Caring for a Pony, Pig, Donkey and Malamute

The longtime actor, now starring in “FUBAR,” on his many animals, good cigars and wanting his kids to outshine him.

A Decade of Bruising Labor. A 6-Mile Work of Land Art.

Andy Goldsworthy, the British land artist, said he may never make a work like “Hanging Stones” again.

Dara Birnbaum, 78, Dies; Video Was Her Medium and Her Message

As early as the 1970s, she demonstrated that mass media was fair game as artistic material, and that its power could be turned against itself.

Foday Musa Suso, 75, Dies; Ambitious Ambassador for West African Music

A master of the kora who worked with Herbie Hancock and Philip Glass, his career was powered as much by experimentation as by reverence for tradition.

Harris Yulin, Actor Who Perpetually Played the Bad Guy, Dies at 87

An award-winning actor and director, he appeared in scores of stage plays, movies and TV shows over six decades, most often as unsavory characters.

Arthur Hamilton, Who Wrote the Enduring ‘Cry Me a River,’ Dies at 98

A hit for Julie London in 1955, it was later recorded by — among many others — Ella Fitzgerald, Barbra Streisand and Michael Bublé, who praised it for its “darkness.”

Smithsonian Museum Director Trump Said He Fired Decides to Step Down

The Smithsonian has said it retains power over personnel decisions, but Kim Sajet, the longtime director of the National Portrait Gallery, has decided to leave anyway.

At Sean Combs’s Trial, Talk of Baby Oil, Guns and a Guest: Ye

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West, one of the few celebrities to publicly defend Mr. Combs, was denied access to the courtroom and briefly watched on closed-circuit video.

The Musical Mysteries Brian Wilson Left Behind

The Beach Boys mastermind has been the subject of pop scholarship and major boxed sets, but some corners of his oeuvre remain unreleased.

Graham Gund, Playful Architect Who Mixed Past and Present, Dies at 84

A noted art collector as well as a designer, he brought a personal, history-minded approach to his work around Boston and on college campuses.

Wayne Lewis, Singer With the R&B Mainstay Atlantic Starr, Dies at 68

The group reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1987 with the ballad “Always” and went on to leave a lasting impression on modern-day artists.

Remembering Sly Stone and Brian Wilson

A conversation about two pop visionaries whose lives, careers and legacies only grew more complex over time.

Can Video Art Bring Young Audiences to Galleries? A New Venue Hopes So.

A museum veteran and a financier are planning Canyon, an organization on the Lower East Side that will focus on video, audio and performance art when it opens next year.

Heels, Flesh and Fashion: A Dancer, Wild and Free, Finds Her Way

Lexee Smith, who works closely with Addison Rae, is an outlier: a commercial dance artist with an experimental bent.

Stolen From Buddhist Monks, Sacred Painting Is Returned by Chicago Museum

Korean officials discovered the painting in the Smart Museum’s collection at the University of Chicago. It was stolen from a temple nearly 35 years ago.

Late Night Reviews Trump’s Night at the Theater

Jimmy Kimmel said that Trump “going to see ‘Les Misérables’ right now is like Kanye going to ‘Fiddler on the Roof.’”

Review: Macheath, Polly and the Gang Wash Up in Five Points

At Little Island, “The Counterfeit Opera” falls short of its wildly successful historical models.

‘And Just Like That …’ Season 3, Episode 3 Recap: An Expensive Date

Carrie flies to Virginia for a lunch with her “boyfriend,” Aidan. Seema tags along. It is unclear why either is really going.

Rigmor Newman, Behind-the-Scenes Fixture of the Jazz World, Dies at 86

She was a concert promoter, a nightclub impresario and the producer of an award-winning 1992 film about the Nicholas Brothers dance duo.

‘The Survivors’ Is a Polished and Potent Murder Mystery

Based on the book by Jane Harper, this six-part Australian drama takes place in a coastal Tasmanian town, where the bodies keep surfacing.

Trump’s New ‘Apprentice’ Boardroom: The Oval Office

The stately room has long been a site of diplomacy. But the reality-star president often does not come there to make friends.

James Lowe, Rock Outsider With the Electric Prunes, Dies at 82

His band’s output ranged from the 1966 psychedelic hit “I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night)” to what he called a “Catholic Mass done in rock veneer.”

Brian Wilson Wrote the California Dream, but He Didn’t Live It

An artist nearly synonymous with Los Angeles made his name crafting songs playing up his home state’s beachy vibes. His inner life, however, was anything but sunny.

Ananda Lewis, an MTV Star in the 1990s, Dies at 52

She rose to fame on “Hot Zone” and other shows before being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019. She said last year that her cancer had progressed to Stage 4.

Paul McCartney, Carole King and Others Pay Tribute to Brian Wilson

Wilson, whose death was announced on Wednesday, leaves behind an immense musical legacy that spans several decades.

The Met Opera’s ‘Diva Whisperer’ Takes Her Last Bow

Suzi Gomez-Pizzo, who is retiring as a wardrobe supervisor at the opera house after 18 years, has been a confidante and cheerleader to the stars.

Sean Combs’s Ex ‘Jane’ Ends Grueling Testimony With Hugs for Both Sides

The woman who dated the mogul until his arrest concluded more than 24 hours on the stand in which she spoke about unwanted sex and an at-times loving relationship.

Brian Wilson and Sly Stone: Pop World Builders Dogged by Darkness

Two of music’s powerful visionaries died this week. The songs they meticulously constructed offered an escape their makers struggled to realize in their own lives.

A Mecca for Black History Turns 100

The New York Public Library’s Schomburg Center celebrates its beginnings, at a moment when Black history is under attack.

Lovable Misfits Make an Unfinished Game So Satisfying

The first chapter of Deltarune was released in 2018, and there are still more to come. But speeding to a quick ending is not the point.

Diane Arbus, Everything Everywhere All at Once

How do you show 450 Arbus photos? In a maze of an exhibit at the Park Avenue Armory. Our critic suggests taking them on one at a time.

Turning VHS Tapes of Gay Men’s Choruses Into a Powerful Celebration

Matthew Leifheit’s “No Time at All,” culled from recordings made at the height of the AIDS crisis, plays through speakers nestled in the New York City AIDS Memorial.

Mario Kart World’s Journeys Are Smooth and Unremarkable

There’s an exciting new endurance race that combines several tracks and eliminates drivers after each checkpoint. But it’s a racing world without any oil drips or skid marks.

Documenting Life on Both Sides of the South African Color Line

David Goldblatt photographed the societal warping that apartheid inflicted, drawn to “the quiet and commonplace where nothing ‘happened’ and yet all was contained.”

Late Night Pokes Fun at Trump’s Mangled Idiom

Hosts ripped into his comment during a speech to troops about former President Joe Biden never having been “the sharpest bulb.”

How the Beach Boys’ ‘Pet Sounds’ Entered the Pop Music Pantheon. (Eventually.)

Brian Wilson’s 1966 masterpiece is now considered a crowning achievement of music. The album’s reputation grew over time.

Brian Wilson: A Life in Pictures

The Beach Boys leader was one of pop music’s most acclaimed visionaries, whose creative success was tempered by personal battles.

Did Bob Dylan Help Announce an Album From MGK?

The pop-punk star’s trailer for “Lost Americana” features a familiar voice narrating about a “quest to reclaim the authentic essence of American freedom.”

Brian Wilson: 12 Essential Songs

The Beach Boys leader, whose death was announced on Wednesday, was a brilliant writer, arranger and producer whose ambitions propelled his band — and contemporaries like the Beatles — into the future.

Paul Marantz, Lighting Designer of 9/11 Memorial and Studio 54, Dies at 87

Using neon, searchlights — or even shadows — he dramatically shaped the look of prominent spaces in almost every corner of the world.

Brian Wilson, Pop Auteur and Leader of the Beach Boys, Dies at 82

A hitmaker elevated and burdened by the label of genius, he transcended the breezy surf genre to create complex harmonies and intricate soundscapes in the studio.

‘Families Like Ours’ Review: Emptying Denmark

In Thomas Vinterberg’s series on Netflix, climate change forces a country to close, and everyone has to leave.

To Stoke Soccer Fans, Men in Blazers Will Host Shows at World Cup Sites

Borrowing a page from ESPN’s “College GameDay,” the podcast company will have live pregame coverage from eight U.S. host cities during the 2026 World Cup.

Latest Trial Takeaways: Combs’s Lawyers Challenge Ex on Escort Sex

The music mogul’s lawyers walked his former girlfriend through a voluminous history of text and audio messages in an effort to suggest she willingly engaged in sex sessions he organized.

The Thrilling Evidence of Jane Austen’s Imagination

Spirited (and gossipy) letters and manuscripts at the Morgan Library and Museum puncture myths about the writer’s rise to literary fame.

A Gem of Himalayan Art Gleams in a New Setting

The Rubin Museum Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room is reopening at the Brooklyn Museum, where it features both familiar treasures and some not seen in 10 years.

The Pint-Size Singers Hoping to Be Opera Stars

The Metropolitan Opera Children’s Chorus has long been an elite training ground for young singers. Getting in requires grit, personality and a soaring voice.

Brandee Younger Has a New Secret Weapon: Alice Coltrane’s Harp

The harpist, composer and bandleader plays it on her latest album, “Gadabout Season,” a persuasive argument for the vast potential of her instrument.

Jimmy Kimmel Calls Trump an ‘Arsonist With a Hose’

The L.A.-based host said the city’s problem was the president, not the protests: “We have more so-called ‘unrest’ here when one of our teams wins a championship.”

After Dancer Complaints, Hamburg Ballet’s Artistic Director Leaves

Dancers had accused Demis Volpi of creating a “toxic working environment” in his 10 months at the company, and five principal dancers had resigned.

BTS Members RM and V Are Discharged From the Military

RM and V of BTS emerged from a base in Chuncheon, South Korea, and gave fans a brief saxophone performance.

‘Taskmaster’ Is a Mischievous, Unpredictable British Panel Show

The American comedian Jason Mantzoukas is a contestant this season, and his gleeful maniac persona fits perfectly.

K-Pop Fans’ Wait Is Almost Over as BTS Members Leave the Army

RM and V emerged from a base in South Korea on Wednesday in fatigues. Three other members of the hugely popular boy band will finish their national service this month.

Touch Grass With an Unexpected 10-Song Nature-Bathing Playlist

Explore the outdoors however you see fit with a soundtrack of Doechii, Remi Wolf, Erykah Badu and more.

The Most Open-Eared Festival in America Is Ojai

Birds joined in for the blissed-out sounds of concerts organized by the adventurous flutist Claire Chase at the Ojai Music Festival in California.

Doechii Criticizes Trump While Accepting BET Award

The rapper drew attention to the president deploying the military against protesters in Los Angeles and said it was her responsibility as an artist to speak up for all oppressed people.

How the Bay Area Shaped Sly Stone

One of the key figures in American music in the late ’60s got his professional start in the Bay Area. These are some of the spots that were crucial to his career.

Combs’s Defense Depicts Ex-Girlfriend as Willing Sex Partner: Trial Takeaways

In her fourth day on the stand, the woman who dated Sean Combs until his arrest recalled fond times in their relationship, as well as jealousy and unwanted escorts.

Sly Stone and the Sound of an America That Couldn’t Last

The influential musician, who died on Monday at 82, forged harmony — musical and otherwise — that he wasn’t able to hold together on his own.

Pierre Huyghe’s Bracing Dark Mirror of A.I. Has Its U.S. Debut

The lauded French artist’s A.I.-generated videos, on view at the Marian Goodman Gallery, portray a human-machine connection through otherworldly imagery.

The Best Songs of 2025, So Far

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