The arts community mourns the passing of several influential figures, including Broadway force Paul Libin, Welsh lyric tenor Stuart Burrows, comics industry savior Jim Shooter, actor Michael Madsen, and modern dance luminary Sandra Neels.

• Paul Libin, an Enduring Force on and Off Broadway, Dies at 94 — New York Times Arts -
• Stuart Burrows, Welsh Lyric Tenor Who Straddled the Atlantic, Dies at 92 — New York Times Music -
• Jim Shooter, Editor Who ‘Saved the Comics Industry,’ Dies at 73 — New York Times Arts -

• Michael Madsen, Actor Known for ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ Dies at 67 — New York Times Movies -
• Sandra Neels, Eminent in Modern Dance for 60 Years, Dies at 85 — New York Times Arts -

The iconic British band Oasis is back in the spotlight, with a live review of their reunion concert following the launch of their world tour, and insights into how their online feuds kept them relevant.

• Oasis Live Review: The Gallaghers Reunite, Their Songs Still Stomping and Wounds Still Healing — New York Times Music -
• Oasis Starts Its World Tour With Cardiff Concert — New York Times Music -
• How Oasis Stayed on People’s Minds (by Fighting Online) — New York Times Music -

The literary world offers new horror book releases for readers and a review of Rob Franklin's novel, 'Great Black Hope,' which humorously examines wealth and race.

• New Horror Books — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Great Black Hope,’ by Rob Franklin — New York Times Books -

This category features an inside look at Tony Hawk's early-morning skate routine and a review of the video game Death Stranding 2, discussing its enduring themes.

• Tony Hawk Loves an Early-Morning Skate — New York Times Arts -
• In Death Stranding 2, It’s Hard to Escape Hideo Kojima’s Themes — New York Times Arts -