The New York Times – Film:
The director found himself alone on the promotional tour because his stars couldn’t take part. Still, as a writer, he’s made connections on the picket line.
Author: Melena Ryzik
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Secret No More: Louis Armstrong Center Amplifies Satchmo’s Vision
The New York Times – Music:
New jazz and exhibition spaces, and an inaugural show curated by Jason Moran, feature the trumpeter’s ‘wonderful world’ in full, collaged onto the walls.
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For Filipino Audiences, ‘Here Lies Love’ Offers Emotional Rip Currents
The New York Times – Music:
For viewers as well as the all-Filipino cast, the musical about the Marcoses’ rise to power is a rare chance to commune, and revisit, together, a not-too-distant past.
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‘Every Body,’ a Documentary on Intersex Lives, Champions the Power of Activism
The New York Times – Film:
With “Every Body,” Julie Cohen looks at both what her subjects have been through and how they are translating those experiences into action.
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Wes Anderson’s Secret Weapon: The Camera Moves of Sanjay Sami
The New York Times – Film:
Sami brings ingenious design, a D.I.Y. spirit and pure athletic ability to the job of key grip — pushing and pulling heavy camera rigs with exacting precision.
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Jenny Lewis Keeps Finding the Magic
The New York Times – Music:
In her new album, “Joy’All,” Lewis grapples with aging and life cycles. “Having survived this moment, I felt like it was important to project something joyful,” she said.
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A Queer Punk Vaudevillian’s Surreal Take on ‘Titanic’
The New York Times – Music:
Jibz Cameron, who performs as Dynasty Handbag, is bringing a new multimedia performance to Brooklyn. It might be more epic than the blockbuster movie.
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‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’: Beloved, Banned and Finally Adapted
The New York Times – Film:
Judy Blume’s 1970 novel hits the big screen at a difficult political moment for a story with themes of bodily autonomy and religious choice.
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Ruston Kelly Survived Addiction and Heartbreak. It’s in His ‘Dirt Emo.’
The New York Times – Music:
The singer-songwriter has been making his way in Nashville and reckoning with his past. On his third album, “The Weakness,” he leans into his love of Americana and pop-punk, and rebuilds.