Elizabeth Blair
Stories
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Arts & Life
Cicely Tyson, Who Brought Grace And Gravitas To The Screen, Has Died At 96
In a career that spanned over six decades, she commanded attention both on screen and on stage, and was known for roles which reflected her experience as an African-American woman.
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Race & Identity
'SNL' And 'Second City' Announce Scholarships For Diverse, Emerging Comic Talent
A new scholarship sponsored by SNL covers the costs of training at Second City for comedians starting out in their careers.
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Arts & Life
'Ugly,' 'Discordant': New Executive Order Takes Aim At Modern Architecture
President Trump upset the architectural world in February when he proposed an executive order mandating traditional, classical architecture for new federal buildings. That order is now a reality.
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National
Sen. Mike Lee Blocks Legislation For Latino, Women's Museums
In a move that infuriated supporters of museums to be dedicated to Latinos and women on the National Mall, the Republican senator blocked legislation Thursday that would lead to the creation of both.
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Arts & Life
Four Teams Head Into Finals Of The Collegiate A Cappella Championship
Described as Pitch Perfect meets March Madness, hundreds of groups submitted their best performance videos in a national collegiate a cappella competition. Groups can win cash prizes for charities.
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Arts & Life
'Americans For The Arts' Promises More Racial And Cultural Equity
The arts advocacy group Americans for the Arts responded to criticism that it's been a roadblock to inclusion by agreeing its efforts "have not been enough."
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Music
New Documentary 'Billie' Explores Mysteries Of Billie Holiday And Her Biographer
The film continues writer Linda Kuehl's unfinished investigation into Holiday's life through never-before-heard interviews with jazz luminaries, and explores her experiences with institutional racism.
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Books
In 'No One Asked For This,' Cazzie David Writes About Her Afflictions
In a new book of essays, No One Asked For This, Cazzie David writes about struggles with depression and anxiety, the perils of social media, and her excruciating breakup with SNL star Pete Davidson.
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Arts & Life
Landscape Architects Unveil Plans To Save The National Mall's Tidal Basin
With increased car and foot traffic, the ground underneath the Tidal Basin — home to memorials to Thomas Jefferson, FDR and MLK Jr. — is sinking. As sea levels rise, the walkways flood daily.
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Movies
'Opening Act' Captures The Painful Business Of Making People Laugh
The Movie The Opening Act follows the trials and tribulations of a stand-up comedian. It stars Jimmy O. Yang, Cedric the Entertainer, Alex Moffat along with cameos by comics who've been there.