The New York Times – Music:
In the face of financial challenges, the arts institution is making adjustments: Alex Poots, its founding artistic director and chief executive, will now just focus on being artistic director.
Category: Appointments and Executive Changes
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BAM Artistic Director David Binder to Step Down in July
The New York Times – Music:
Binder, who was a Broadway producer before joining the nonprofit in 2019, plans to return to theater’s commercial sector.
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Film Forum Director Karen Cooper to Step Down After 50 Years
The New York Times – Film:
Karen Cooper, who took over the nonprofit cinema in 1972 and transformed it into a $6 million-a-year operation, will step down in July after five decades.
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A Music Historian Takes a Top Job at the New York Public Library
The New York Times – Music:
Brent Reidy, the new director of Research Libraries, said he hoped to help democratize the 127-year-old library by reaching a younger generation.
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Nets Cut the Drama and Rekindle Championship Hopes
The New York Times – Sports:
Kevin Durant’s trade request, a coaching change and Kyrie Irving’s suspension made the Nets look destined for another season of disappointment. Now, they’re the hottest team in the Eastern Conference.
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With Suns Deal, Mat Ishbia Is Close to His Basketball Dream
The New York Times – Sports:
Mat Ishbia was a walk on at Michigan State 20 years ago before he became a wealthy businessman. His $4 billion deal to buy the Phoenix Suns could help him live his sports dream.
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NCAA’s Next President Will Be Gov. Charlie Baker of Massachusetts
The New York Times – Sports:
Baker, whose professional background is in government and health care rather than sports, will take over at a time when many of the N.C.A.A.’s challenges are legislative.