The New York Times – Film:
John David Washington, Danielle Brooks and Samuel L. Jackson star in the first Broadway revival of Wilson’s haunting family drama set in 1936.
Category: Theater
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Kate Nash Keeps Getting Back Up. This Time, Off Broadway.
The New York Times – Music:
After the twists and turns of a pop career, the British singer-songwriter adds a new string to her bow: musical composer.
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Angela Lansbury, Broadway’s Beloved Everywoman
The New York Times – Film:
She performed without sentimentality or histrionics, embodying the full range of human joy and depravity while remaining professional and approachable.
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‘Almost Famous’ Heads to Broadway, Purple Aura Intact
The New York Times – Music:
Cameron Crowe adapted his Oscar-winning screenplay, about writing for Rolling Stone in the ’70s, preserving parts of the movie’s soundtrack and zingers (Don’t take drugs!) for the stage.
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Eileen Ryan, Actress of Stage and Screen, Dies at 94
The New York Times – Film:
She put her career on hold for a time to raise her sons, the actors Sean and Chris Penn and the musician Michael Penn.
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Lawsuit Says Charity Leader Hired His Former Personal Trainer for Key Role
The New York Times – Music:
Spending by a charity intended to honor a radio pioneer is being challenged by his granddaughter, who says he was tricked into leaving his fortune to it. The charity denies the charge and says the producer did not trust his family to protect his legacy.
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Melissa Etheridge and Jill Sobule Bring Their Whole Lives to the Stage
The New York Times – Music:
They both first made a splash in the ’90s. They’re now in New York to present new theatrical memoirs that mix storytelling and songs.
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Things To Do in New York: Halloween Events and Activities
The New York Times – Film:
Haunt the streets at Halloween parades. Dance at a “Zombie Prom.” Or find your way through a corn maze. We’ve got you covered on how to celebrate.
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Suzan-Lori Parks Is on Broadway, Off Broadway and Everywhere Else
The New York Times – Music:
The first African American woman to win the Pulitzer Prize in drama has four shows this season. “If you can hear the world singing, it’s your job to write it down,” she said.