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Friday, November 12, 2021

‘Be Nice to Tourists’: New York’s Arts Scene Needs International Visitors by Matt Stevens

The United States now allows vaccinated international travelers into the country. It’s welcome news for arts institutions that lost revenue and cut jobs during the pandemic.

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Thursday, November 11, 2021

‘Chicken & Biscuits’ Will Close Early Following Covid Pause by Matt Stevens

The play canceled performances this month because of breakthrough cases in the company. With costs mounting, it will close Nov. 28.

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021

At the Radio City Christmas Show, Some Workers Worry About Covid Rules by Matt Stevens

Employees must all be vaccinated, but some are upset that the upcoming show is not also testing them for the virus, as is done on Broadway and at other major performing venues.

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Live Performance Is Back, With New Rituals Joining the Old Ones by Matt Stevens

Seeing theater these days can involve waiting in lines to show proof of vaccination and getting rapid coronavirus tests for young children. Many fans seem undeterred.

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

Former ‘Hamilton’ actor, part of Chicago’s cast in 2019, files discrimination complaint against the show by Matt Stevens

A former “Hamilton” cast member filed a federal workplace complaint against the show Wednesday, alleging that the show had retaliated and refused to renew a contract after the actor had …

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Former ‘Hamilton’ Cast Member Files Discrimination Complaint Against Show by Matt Stevens

In the E.E.O.C. filing, the actor, who is nonbinary, describes being retaliated against after requesting a gender-neutral dressing room, among other claims. The show denies the allegations.

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Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Beanie Feldstein to Star in ‘Funny Girl’ on Broadway by Matt Stevens

With the “Booksmart” actress taking on the role originated by Barbra Streisand in 1964, the show is getting its first Broadway revival in 58 years.

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Tuesday, August 10, 2021

‘West Side Story,’ Which Won’t Reopen, Will Return $10 Million Grant by Matt Stevens

The Broadway revival received federal aid through the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program. But the show decided not to reopen, and said it would return the money.

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Monday, August 9, 2021

‘West Side Story’ Will Not Return to Broadway by Matt Stevens

The reimagined revival was closed by the pandemic, and then its lead producer, Scott Rudin, said he would step back from active participation in his shows after being accused of bullying.

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Sunday, July 18, 2021

Can I Go to See This Show? Must I Wear a Mask? It Depends. by Matt Stevens

Vaccination and mask requirements vary by venue. It’s a weird pandemic summer for the performing arts.

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

It’s Outside, but Shakespeare in the Park Still Plans Social Distancing by Matt Stevens

The free, beloved summer tradition will enjoy an extended run, but currently plans very limited capacity, with masks required.

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

NBC Says It Will Not Air the Golden Globes in 2022 by Matt Stevens and Cara Buckley

The group behind the awards, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, has been under pressure for its lack of Black members and its financial practices.

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Friday, April 16, 2021

‘In the Heights’ Will Premiere at the Tribeca Festival by Matt Stevens

The movie musical is set to play the United Palace in Washington Heights, the neighborhood where the story is set. It will also screen outdoors in all five boroughs.

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Lincoln Center’s Plaza Is Going Green. Really. by Matt Stevens

Lincoln Center, whose theaters remain closed by the pandemic, will cover the plaza around its fountain with a synthetic lawn as it pivots to outdoor performances.

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Sunday, April 4, 2021

Performing Arts Make a Cautious Return in New York by Matt Stevens and Julia Jacobs

More than a year after the pandemic abruptly shuttered theaters and concert halls across the city, limited audiences were welcomed back inside.

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Thursday, March 11, 2021

BAM’s 2021 Season Will Be Outdoors and Online by Matt Stevens

The Brooklyn Academy of Music’s programming will feature intimate concerts, dancers on ice skates and a play presented in the Botanic Garden.

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Tuesday, March 9, 2021

The Virus Cost Performers Their Work, Then Their Health Coverage by Matt Stevens and Jeremy Fassler

As the entertainment industry collapsed during the pandemic, several major health plans made it harder to qualify for insurance. Thousands lost it.

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Sunday, March 7, 2021

‘Welcome Back!’: Movie Theaters Reopen in New York City by Matt Stevens and Sean Piccoli

For the first time in almost a year, New Yorkers were allowed in front of the big screen again. There were reminders of the pandemic everywhere, but many moviegoers were undeterred.

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

Lincoln Center Will Head Outside Its Closed Theaters to Perform by Matt Stevens

Officials announced plans to create 10 outdoor spaces for pandemic-era performances and rehearsals, and to work with blood drives and food banks.

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Friday, February 5, 2021

Trump Resigns From Screen Actors Guild by Matt Stevens and Maggie Haberman

Top officials at SAG-AFTRA had cited the former president for his role in inciting the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol last month. With a disciplinary hearing looming, Mr. Trump made his e…

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Saturday, November 4, 2017

Kevin Spacey Suspended From ‘House of Cards’ Amid Investigation by Matt Stevens

The suspension was handed down late Friday by Media Rights Capital. Netflix also said it would not be involved with the show if it included Mr. Spacey.

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Saturday, June 3, 2017

‘Building the Wall,’ Which Imagines Life After Trump, to Close by Matt Stevens

The Off Broadway play by a Tony-winning playwright, Robert Schenkkan, was scheduled to run through July 9. Instead it will end Sunday.

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