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Jul 16, 2026

Isabelle Huppert Speaks Across a Language Divide at the Avignon Festival
A stripped-back, cross-cultural reading with the Korean star Lee Hye-young at the Avignon Festival brought out a rare softness in the French actress.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Why Netflix's ‘The Polygamist' Has Viewers Outside South Africa Talking
The hit Netflix show follows the life of a wealthy married couple in South Africa as they deal with the pressures of infidelity and appearances.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Akihiro Miwa, Actor and Singer With Gender-Fluid Glamour, Dies at 91
In Japan, he was one of the first androgynous pop-culture stars and an inspirational figure. Abroad, he was known for his work in animated films by Hayao Miyazaki.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

‘American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez' Review: A Rebel With a Cause
The documentary about the stage and screen director is unabashedly celebratory, and leaves you wanting to see more.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

A Spectacular Theodore Roosevelt Library Deep in the Badlands
An inventive $450 million center devoted to Roosevelt, who died in 1919, blends in with the natural beauty of North Dakota and celebrates conservation.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Ted Huffman Takes Over the Aix-en-Provence Festival
Ted Huffman, an American director with a collaborative and exploratory spirit, has taken over the Aix-en-Provence Festival in France.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Duchamp Gave Up Art for Chess. At MoMA, He Inspires a New Gambit.
Susan Polgar, a chess grandmaster, will be playing 50 artists, critics and fans of Marcel Duchamp at the same time, in honor of his birthday, July 28.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

9 Art Shows to Catch Before They Close This Summer
Among some must-see exhibitions are the Whitney Biennial, a Marcel Duchamp retrospective and a sprawling New Museum survey.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

At Hudson Valley Shakespeare, a ‘King Lear' Worth Traveling For
A beautifully observed version of a man's final act, along with a lively staging of "As You Like It," engage the surrounding mountains in conversation.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

‘They Fight' Review: It Might Have Been a Contender
This real-life inspired boxing drama has muscular ambitions, but too little finesse.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

‘Horsegirls' Review: Finding Her Stride
An autistic woman finds independence by training for a hobbyhorse competition in this sweet-and-sour coming-of-age film.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

‘The Kidnapping of Arabella' Review: Stolen Childhoods
A disturbed young woman tries to heal her past by abducting a rebellious child in this strange and intermittently touching road movie.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Finding The Great America, 250 Years On. The Real One.
These history-rich shows at the Smithsonian museums are a culturally-representative accounting of this nation's history, our critic says. See them before they close.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Book Review: ‘I Want You to Be Happy,' by Jem Calder
Jem Calder's novel, "I Want You to Be Happy," follows the flailing situationship between two aspiring writers with a 12-year age gap.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 16, 2026

Jimmy Fallon Pokes Fun at Joe Biden's New Memoir
"It's the second book Biden has written," Fallon said of the former president. "The first was ‘The Odyssey.'"

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

PEN America Defends Israel Article That Led to President's Resignation
A co-chief executive of the free expression group said a recent article about Israeli and Jewish writers had been "critical" to pursue.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

The Good List: 6 Things to Add Some Delight to Your Day
Odysseus' social network, performative boredom and decorated envelopes.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

Scott Bryce, ‘As the World Turns' Actor, Dies at 68
He originated the role of the scheming Craig Montgomery and appeared in 280 episodes of the CBS soap opera over more than two decades.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

‘The Potluck' Review: The Greensboro Massacre, and a Heavy Legacy to Bear
César Alvarez's ambitious new work is a mixed musical meal: It wants to be a call to revolutionary action but is surprisingly lacking in it.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

‘The Odyssey' Review: Passion in Every Frame
Few directors close the divide between the art film and the blockbuster like Christopher Nolan.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

‘Heartstopper Forever': Growing Up, and Staying True to Themselves
Like "Heated Rivalry," this beloved Netflix romance has a big-hearted ethos. It's bringing that spirit to a new film that rounds out a teenage TV hit.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

‘Hadestown' Hits Movie Theaters, and Theater to Stream in July
Streaming picks include the family-friendly sci-fi adventure "Franklin's Key" in Philadelphia and "Hamlet" at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

Octavia Spencer Believed in Herself Even When Hollywood Didn't
It took years for her to be cast as "the main character," but she considers that the industry's loss. Her latest series is the action comedy "Ride or Die."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

Robert Wilson's Watermill Center Without Robert Wilson
"When I'm no longer living, can this place exist?" Robert Wilson wondered in a film about his Long Island art incubator. This month, its annual festival will go on without him.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

On ‘Caribenya,' Lido Pimienta Found a Lifeline
On Lido Pimienta's new album, "Caribenya," the Colombian Canadian musician sought a warmer, more complex depiction of Caribbean culture. Creating it helped her rediscover the beauty of living.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

Why Did a Major Museum's Bong Show Go Up in Smoke?
After the Toledo Museum of Art canceled a pioneering exhibition of glass cannabis pipes, many people wondered what lay behind the decision.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

For the Eclipse or a Weekend, How to Save Money in Reykjavik
A museum pass, public hot springs and free airline stopovers help shrink the cost of visiting Iceland's capital.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

Michelangelo's Forgotten Renaissance Masterpiece
Tired of the David? A trip across Florence to see the small Santo Spirito Crucifix, a tender vision in old wood, is one of the best decisions you could make in your art-journeying life.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 15, 2026

Late Night Calls Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat ‘an Inheritance Jackpot'
"A Senate seat? Most people just get a garage full of damp boxes," Michael Kosta said of Graham's sister filling the late senator's seat on "The Daily Show."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

A Soundtrack to the 2026 World Cup Semifinals
Listen to songs from Rosalía, Mauvais Djo, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso and the Beatles.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

‘The Whoopi Monologues' Review: Expanding a One-Woman Show
Instead of one Whoopi Goldberg, audiences now experience five actresses: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Dominique Fishback, Danielle Pinnock and Kecia Lewis.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

At Young World Festival, Rap's Avant-Garde Takes Shape
The Brooklyn festival Young World spotlights emergent indie rappers and veteran artists. It was the brainchild of Mike, an artist and label head who has become a fulcrum of the alt-rap scene.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

T. Rex Fossil Sells for $50.1 Million, Putting the King Back On Top
In a booming fossil market, the T. rex had been dethroned by a stegosaurus. No longer.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

With Lizzo and Calm Flair, a Storied Venue Reopens for Summer
The gorgeously renovated Hunter Pavilion at Ravinia, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's off-season home, was inaugurated with a gala last weekend.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

In ‘The Westies,' Chris Brancato Expands His ‘Scumbag Universe' (Again)
For his new series, the co-creator of "Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem" turns his focus to a violent gang of Irish New Yorkers in the early 1980s.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

‘Difficult People' a Decade Later: A Sarcastic Time Capsule
This cult comedy about two snide show-business outsiders has a new Blu-ray edition, and a reunion this fall. The creator Julie Klausner discusses why she'd love to revive it.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

As White House Leans on Smithsonian, Little Uproar Over Board Vacancies
An odd silence has surrounded a delay to fill several open seats on the board of the Smithsonian, even as a fierce battle to control the institution ensues.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

A Beastie Boy Returns to the Mic, With Some Help
Thanks to an assist from his sons, Mike D is set to release "Thank You," the first new music from a member of the pioneering rap trio in 15 years.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

What Happens if Pernambuco Wood Becomes Illegal in Music?
For centuries, the standard wood used to make string instruments' bows has come from the pernambuco tree in Brazil. Its future is uncertain.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 14, 2026

Jon Stewart Mocks Mitch McConnell's Recovery Photo
The "Daily Show" host called the image "totally believable evidence that Mitch McConnell is not only alive, but the happiest boy in the hospital."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Pat Oliphant, Cartoonist Who Skewered the Powerful, Dies at 90
The winner of countless awards, including a Pulitzer Prize, he was described in 1990 as "the most influential political cartoonist now working."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Sam Neill's Best Movie Performances: Where to Stream
From his global breakthrough in "Jurassic Park" to the more recent "Peaky Blinders," the actor's range was always on display.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Tony Rayns, Who Helped Bring Asian Film to the World, Dies at 77
In reviews and at festivals, he played a key role in introducing English-speaking audiences to directors like Wong Kar-wai, Jia Zhangke and Bong Joon Ho.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Labels for Music Created With A.I. Could Join Explicit Lyrics Warnings
Major music industry groups, including the organization behind the Grammy Awards, have proposed labels for tracks made with some degree of artificial intelligence.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Is Challenged in Court by California and 11 Other States
The lawsuit, filed by California and 11 other states, argues that the deal would harm movie theaters and damage America's entertainment industry.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Shahrnush Parsipur, Iranian Writer Imprisoned for Her Novels, Dies at 80
Her best-known work, "Women Without Men," was longlisted for the International Booker Prize this year.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Jay-Z Yankee Stadium Review: Three Nights of Legacy and Guest Stars
The rap mogul convened his starriest collaborators, showed off his still-dazzling skills and made a convincing argument for his singular legacy.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Sam Neill, New Zealand Actor Known for ‘Jurassic Park,' Dies at 78
He appeared in more than 150 productions over a five-decade career but was perhaps best known for his star turn in the "Jurassic Park" series.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

A Murder Mystery Evening at Audrey Gelman's Guesthouse
At her Hudson Valley guesthouse, Audrey Gelman, a co-founder of the Wing, channels her childlike love of play with murder mystery evenings.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

Sizzling, Sexy Age-Gap Romance Novels
The best-selling author Rachel Lynn Solomon recommends forbidden love stories full of fiery desire, shifting power dynamics and so-wrong-it's-right drama.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 13, 2026

‘Lucky' and 6 More Shows to Watch on TV this Week
A new crime thriller comes to Apple TV. And Sean Evans hosts "Hot Ones: Extra Heat."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

‘House of the Dragon' Season 3, Episode 4 Recap: Heavy Is the Head
In her attempts to establish order, Rhaenyra is already alienating some of her most vital allies, including the Sea Snake.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

Why Dior's Jonathan Anderson Is Inspired by Lynda Benglis
Lynda Benglis redefined sculpture in the 1960s. No longer overlooked, her audacious talent moves from museums to runways, transformed by Dior's Jonathan Anderson.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

‘Moana' Falters at the Box Office, Casting Doubt on Disney's Formula
The live-action remake took in roughly $43 million over the weekend in North America, about 30 percent less than Disney had expected.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

Melbourne Symphony Wins Discrimination Case Over Gaza Comments
The pianist Jayson Gillham had sued the orchestra after it canceled his performance in the wake of comments he made against Israel's war with Hamas.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

Fans of ‘Love Island USA' Ask: ‘Are These Couples for Real?'
For many viewers of the hit reality TV show, lively debates over whether the competing couples are truly in love is a central part of being a fan.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

‘Michael' Crosses $1 Billion at the Box Office as Lionsgate Roars Back
Shunned by bigger studios as too risky, "Michael" and other hits have revived Hollywood's last major independent studio. But is it enough?

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

Don't Try This at Home: How Performers Turn Stunts Into Movie Magic
At the International Stunt School in Seattle, veterans of TV and film teach newcomers the art of falls, fights and fire.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 12, 2026

Tracee Ellis Ross Is Back in New York City, Living a Dream Come True
The actress and entrepreneur got an apartment in the city for the summer while she makes her Broadway debut in "Every Brilliant Thing."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 11, 2026

Beyoncé, the Rolling Stones: Songs to Know This Week
Beyoncé gets amorous, the Rolling Stones stay loud and the Linda Lindas team up with Hayley Williams.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 11, 2026

Whistle-Blowers Accuse Kennedy Center of Contracting Flaws Under Trump
Documents submitted to Congress detailed concerns about competitive bidding processes and a White House order to tear up new bathroom tile because of its color.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 11, 2026

Yaacov Agam, Who Made Kinetic, Kaleidoscopic Art, Dies at 98
A pioneer of Op Art, he became a global sensation, creating sculptures, paintings, toys and public works that delighted the eye and confounded perception.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 11, 2026

How Good Is Jon Hamm at Playing Jon Hamm?
Inside the high-wire act of casting celebrities to play themselves, including in movies like "Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass."

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Jul 11, 2026

Orna Guralnik of ‘Couples Therapy' Considers Kendrick Lamar a Genius
Outside of her job as the therapist on the series "Couples Therapy," she has a favorite clip of the rapper performing and shows it to everyone she knows.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 11, 2026

Our Insatiable Appetite for Stories About Cannibalism
Why do the characters in so many new novels insist upon eating each other?

NYTimes Arts
Jul 11, 2026

Kids Can't Stop Watching ‘Moana.' There's a Scientific Explanation.
The 2016 release has become the most watched movie on Disney . Parents and experts explain why kids can't get enough.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

‘Giulia' Review: Jennifer Nettles Delivers Empowerment (and Poison)
A stirring but tonally muddled new musical about the "poison queen of Palermo" gets an elegant Off Broadway production.

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Jul 10, 2026

Historian Kerri K. Greenidge and Her Book ‘The Grimkes' Come Under Fire
Kerri K. Greenidge appeared to lose her professorship at Tufts University after scholars began scrutinizing her 2022 book, "The Grimkes," which is no longer listed on its publisher's website.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Dinaw Mengestu Resigns as PEN America President After Israel Article
The novelist Dinaw Mengestu, who was elected seven months ago, said the article "continues this approach toward defending some rights while not defending others."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Museum Spreads 800 Pounds of Peanut Butter in Tribute to Dutch Artist
An installation honoring the artist, Wim T. Schippers, features a 270-square-foot hexagon spread on the floor of a museum in Rotterdam.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Jay-Z's Definitive Album? Debating ‘Reasonable Doubt' vs. ‘The Blueprint'
Ahead of the rapper's three celebratory nights at Yankee Stadium, our "Popcast" hosts debate two major Jay-Z albums.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Review: ‘Suddenly Last Summer' Opera Premieres at Bard
Tennessee Williams's darkly operatic one-act play becomes a proper opera in a new adaptation by the composer Courtney Bryan.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Five Action Movies to Stream Now
Upgrade your movie night with these picks, featuring karate-chopping families, rogue assassins and more.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

7 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you're a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.

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Jul 10, 2026

Hershel Parker, Melville Scholar of Ahab-Like Obsessiveness, Dies at 90
The author of an exhaustive two-volume biography, he was "fanatical about his approach to scholarship and infatuated with Melville," a colleague said.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Dinaw Mengestu Resigns as PEN America President After 7 Months in Role
The novelist Dinaw Mengestu was leading a literary group that has been divided by its response to the war in Gaza.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Michelle Buteau and the Surprising Transgression of "Survival of the Thickest"
The Netflix rom-com series that just ended after three seasons succeeded thanks to an irresistible performance by its star, Michelle Buteau.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Book Review: ‘A Vast Horizon,' by Anna Thomasson
A group of artists gathered at a hotel on the Côte d'Azur in 1937. A new book by Anna Thomasson captures the art and escapades the holiday inspired.

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Jul 10, 2026

‘The Chosen' Studio Is Accused of Shortchanging Crowdfunders
A lawsuit by a former shareholder says he was not fairly compensated when the company behind the popular drama about Jesus' life went private.

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Jul 10, 2026

‘The Ghost in the Shell' Director Wanted Humans in Charge
In an interview, Mokochan discusses his new adaptation of the classic cyberpunk manga and why this story continues to resonate.

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Jul 10, 2026

CeCe Winans Revisits Pared-Down Worship Music on ‘The Hymns'
Best known for contemporary stylings of praise music that topped charts across genres, this singer's new album of pared-down sacred music, "The Hymns," put her back atop the gospel charts.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

Now Entering Noir City
Crime and mystery fans can catch a 10-day festival of film noir at the Paris Theater, or find some killer movies streaming on major platforms.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

How Olivia Wilde Builds Comic Tension in ‘The Invite'
The director and actress discusses a tense scene from her dinner-party comedy, in which she stars with Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton.

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Jul 10, 2026

5 Children's Movies to Stream Now
This month's picks include two 2026 animated adventures and the finale to a Guillermo del Toro franchise.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 10, 2026

In the Pathologic Game Series, Failure Is Inevitable
In the psychological horror series Pathologic, eerie theatrics and impossible decisions unfold in a Russian town overrun by plague.

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Jul 10, 2026

Bayeux Tapestry Arrives in U.K. After Maximum-Security Operation
The 11th-century tapestry will go on display at the British Museum in September. Tickets for the exhibition have already been selling rapidly.

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Jul 10, 2026

How Olivia Wilde Directed an Awkward Dance in ‘The Invite'
The director and actress Olivia Wilde breaks down a tension-filled scene from her new film "The Invite" for Anatomy of a Scene.

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Jul 10, 2026

Ronny Chieng Tackles Trump's Two Air Force Ones
"Is that why there's no gas in the world anymore? Because the president flies with an extra emotional support plane?" Chieng said on "The Daily Show."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

Art Gallery Shows to See in July
This week in Newly Reviewed, Travis Diehl covers the ramblings of Tinmantis, Jill Magid's politics, a gory group show and Erin Johnson's look at Lawrence, Kan., after "The Day After."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

A Scrappy Photo Festival in Bangladesh Redefines Global Art
A critic finds in Bangladesh a subversive exhibition that has flourished during a seismic regime change.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

Wes Anderson and Luke Wilson Walk Into an Elevator and … Get Stuck
Don't worry, they're fine, though the Los Angeles Fire Department did have to use a hand crank to free them.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

Lonnie Bunch Defends Smithsonian Museum After Negative White House Report
In a letter to staff, Lonnie G. Bunch III wrote that the report was "not a fair characterization of the work and totality of the National Museum of American History."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

The Best Seat in the House Is No Seat at All
Multimedia art is often challenging, provoking. Now it is also potentially bruising. Check your joints before you check out these summer shows.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

Bonnie Tyler, Who Sang ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,' Dies at 75
With a voice both weathered and operatic, she minted 1980s pop anthems like "Total Eclipse" and "Holding Out for a Hero."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now
Mozart choral works, a pairing of Dvorak and Carlos Simon and piano music by Philip Glass are among our selections.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

Paul Thek's Art Legacy: A Shriek and a Giggle
A pioneering painter, sculptor and installation artist, he achieved posthumous glory as a rule breaker, as two riveting exhibitions show.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

‘The Man Will Burn': On Filming the Sacred and Propane at Burning Man
The directors of a new four-part docuseries talked about why the long-running desert festival is important — and like being on "another planet."

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

Julia Weist Was Investigated for Making Art. ‘Questioning,' a New Play, Tells the Story.
A new play is its own piece of art: A first-person account of an official inquiry into an artist's use of private investigation databases to create work.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

In ‘Remake,' a Life Documented on Film Prompts Painful Questions
Ross McElwee ("Sherman's March") reconsiders footage of himself and his family, including a son who died of an overdose.

NYTimes Arts
Jul 09, 2026

‘Westhampton' Review: A Humiliating Return
They say that you can't go home again; in this movie, a young filmmaker learns that the hard way.

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