Who’s Laughing Now? Banana-as-Art Sells for $6.2 Million at Sotheby’s
A conceptual artwork by Maurizio Cattelan, “Comedian,” is just a fruit-stand banana taped on the wall. But 7 bidders were biting. It went to a crypto entrepreneur.
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Who’s Laughing Now? Banana-as-Art Sells for $6.2 Million at Sotheby’s
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Johnny Carson and the Fantasy of America
The late-night host looms over the culture to this day, in part because he knew how to mix comedy and sex. But there was a darkness at the heart of his appeal.
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Johnny Carson and the Fantasy of America
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Elton John's 'Tammy Faye' musical announces it is closing just days after Broadway debut
Elton John's musical 'Tammy Faye' announces its Dec. 8 closing date less than a week after a weak opening on Broadway. The show was a hit in London's West End.
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Elton John's 'Tammy Faye' musical announces it is closing just days after Broadway debut
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Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ Premieres in Poland: What to Know
The film, whose cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, was killed in a shooting on the set, was screened at a festival devoted to cinematography.
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Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ Premieres in Poland: What to Know
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What Were Your Favorite Movies, TV, Music, Books and Theater in 2024?
We want to know what stuck with you this year. What were the best things you watched, read and heard?
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What Were Your Favorite Movies, TV, Music, Books and Theater in 2024?
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Rebuilding After Fire, Jacob’s Pillow Will Open a New Theater
The Doris Duke Theater, more than twice as large as the original and designed for modern technology, will open in July.
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Rebuilding After Fire, Jacob’s Pillow Will Open a New Theater
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The Singer Whose Work Feels Like Prayer
On her new LP, “Daughter of a Temple,” Ganavya is the central vocalist, composer and community builder for 30 artists who constitute a who’s who in jazz and experimental music.
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The Singer Whose Work Feels Like Prayer
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For Daniel Craig, ‘Queer’ Is a Reintroduction
His vulnerable performance in “Queer” may surprise fans of the former Bond star, but it’s a return to the sexually daring films he used to make.
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For Daniel Craig, ‘Queer’ Is a Reintroduction
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Liam Payne’s Former One Direction Bandmates Attend His Funeral in England
The One Direction singer died at 31 last month after a fall from a balcony.
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Liam Payne’s Former One Direction Bandmates Attend His Funeral in England
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The L.A. Flower District is full of surprises. Here's a DIY guide for newbies
The Los Angeles Flower District hosts more than 70 vendors in downtown L.A., where DIYers with a plan can go wild on blooms for relatively little cash.
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The L.A. Flower District is full of surprises. Here's a DIY guide for newbies
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In ‘Interior Chinatown,’ the Sets Have Main Character Energy
The Hulu series unfolds in a Chinatown that “is both physical and psychological,” said Charles Yu, the creator. Here’s a look at how four key settings bring the story to life.
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In ‘Interior Chinatown,’ the Sets Have Main Character Energy
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The Best True Crime to Stream: The Fame Monster
Across television, film and podcasting, here are four picks that explore lesser-discussed crimes involving celebrities.
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The Best True Crime to Stream: The Fame Monster
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‘Swept Away’ Review: Lost at Sea, How Far Would You Sink?
A dark musical about a shipwreck and its aftermath, with songs by the Avett Brothers, anchors on Broadway.
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‘Swept Away’ Review: Lost at Sea, How Far Would You Sink?
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Magritte, Master of Surrealism, Joins the $100 Million Dollar Club
Move over, Picasso, van Gogh and Warhol. With an inscrutable painting, the Belgian painter breaks a nine-figure threshold at Christie’s fall auction.
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Magritte, Master of Surrealism, Joins the $100 Million Dollar Club
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Review: As festive as a holiday shop window, "La Cage aux Folles" mostly sparkles in Pasadena
Sam Pinkleton directs a festive revival of 'La Cage aux Folles" at Pasadena Playhouse, starring Cheyenne Jackson and Kevin Cahoon.
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Review: As festive as a holiday shop window, "La Cage aux Folles" mostly sparkles in Pasadena
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Review: L.A. Phil's 'Noon to Midnight' marathon evokes the sounds of our city, grumbles and all
The annual L.A. Phil "Noon to Midnight" new-music marathon this year includes Doug Aitken's immersive "Lightscape," which proves to be not exactly a crowd-pleaser.
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Review: L.A. Phil's 'Noon to Midnight' marathon evokes the sounds of our city, grumbles and all
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Review: Ken Burns' absorbing new Leonardo da Vinci doc on PBS sidesteps one important question
For his first non-American subject, documentary filmmaker Ken Burns chose Renaissance polymath Leonardo da Vinci.
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Review: Ken Burns' absorbing new Leonardo da Vinci doc on PBS sidesteps one important question