The New York Times – Music:
Robert Ainsley, a champion of new American opera, takes the reins from Francesca Zambello. He said the festival would continue to showcase work that tells “everyone’s story.”
Author: Matt Stevens
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Oscars Producer Did Not Want Will Smith Physically Removed After Slap
The New York Times – Film:
Will Packer, the producer of the telecast, said that Smith had been asked to leave after slapping Chris Rock, and then there were discussions of having him physically removed.
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Will Smith Hits Chris Rock at the Oscars. Here’s What We Know.
The New York Times – Film:
The apparently unscripted moment stunned viewers and audiences alike. The telecast was muted and paused in the United States.
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Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes Full Oscars Monologue
The New York Times – Film:
The Oscars opener was a fast-paced avalanche of witty snipes and rapid-fire roasts.
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Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes on Hosting the Oscars
The New York Times – Film:
In an interview, the stars said they plan to keep the show moving and make sure it’s funny. But there will be a segment about the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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Cities and States Are Easing Covid Rules. Should the Arts Follow?
The New York Times – Music:
Cultural institutions face tough decisions: Is it safe to drop mask and vaccine requirements, and would doing so be more likely to lure audiences back or keep them away?
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Can New Yorkers Be Lured Back to the Arts by a Good Deal?
The New York Times – Music:
With two-for-one cocktails at the Met museum and two-for-one Broadway tickets, New York arts institutions are trying to lure back locals after a long, tough winter.
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‘Be Nice to Tourists’: New York’s Arts Scene Needs International Visitors
The New York Times – Music:
The United States now allows vaccinated international travelers into the country. It’s welcome news for arts institutions that lost revenue and cut jobs during the pandemic.