Jeff Lunden
Stories
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Arts & Life
Broadway Shows Can Reopen In May, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says Broadway can open on May 19. But opening a show takes time.
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Arts & Life
Metropolitan Opera Backstage Workers: 'Without People, The Opera Is Nothing'
A union representing 800 backstage workers began a publicity campaign today urging donors and government entities to withdraw support for the company because of a labor dispute.
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Arts & Life
Christopher Plummer, Star Of Stage, Screen, 'Sound Of Music,' Dies At 91
The Oscar-, Emmy- and Tony Award-winning actor began acting in films in the 1950s. He said he felt like he was "starting over" in acting every decade — "you never stop learning how to act," he said.
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Arts & Life
Veteran Broadcaster Larry King Dies At 87
With his trademark suspenders and Brooklyn-accented baritone, King spoke with world leaders, celebrities, authors, scientists, athletes — everyone.
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Arts & Life
What Will The Future Of Theater Look Like? 'Our Artists Are Going To Lead Us'
It's hard to predict exactly how theater will come back after the pandemic, but here are a couple guesses: Fewer crowds, more collective imagination, and a focus on racial and environmental justice.
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Arts & Life
Legendary Violinist Isaac Stern's Legacy Lives On After 100 Years
Tuesday, July 21, marks the centennial of the birth of violinist Isaac Stern. He was not only an acclaimed musician, but a devoted teacher who was a mentor to generations of musicians.
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Music
Singing In The Dark Times: Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir Takes On New Meaning
Even before the age of social-distancing, composer and conductor Eric Whitacre had been leading an online chorus for a decade. Choir members say the connection they foster is more important than ever.
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Business
Shetler Studios In New York City Closes Due To Economic Downturn
For 30 years, Shetler Studios provided affordable space in New York's theater district for rehearsals, readings, classes and auditions. The owners can't afford to continue because of the pandemic.
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Arts & Life
Now Playing On Broadway: Uncertainty, Unemployment And Displays Of Unity
Broadway has been hit particularly hard by COVID-19. Theaters are shuttered indefinitely, millions of dollars have been lost, and some members of the community have been infected by the coronavirus.
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Honored Playwright Terrence McNally Dies Of Coronavirus At Age 81
McNally had suffered from lung cancer and pulmonary problems. He won his first Tony Award for Kiss of the Spider Woman. He also won Tonys for Love! Valor! Compassion!, Master Class and Ragtime.