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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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:24PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:24PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:03PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:32AM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:33PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:15AM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:36PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:09PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:24PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:24PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:32PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:14PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:06PM

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…

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:23PM

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.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:08AM

Saturday, June 3, 2017