The entertainment world mourns the passing of several notable figures, including logo artist Jim Parkinson, playwright Ronald Ribman, modern dancer Sandra Neels, theater director Mark Brokaw, actor Julian McMahon, and dance troupe keeper Carla Maxwell, each leaving a significant legacy in their respective fields.

• Jim Parkinson, Logo Artist in Print’s Glory Days, Dies at 83 — New York Times Arts -
• Ronald Ribman, 92, Dies; His Plays Mined the Absurdity of Existence — New York Times Arts -
• Sandra Neels, Eminent in Modern Dance for 60 Years, Dies at 85 — New York Times Arts -

• Mark Brokaw, Theater Director Known for Slight-of-Set Magic, Dies at 66 — New York Times Arts -
• Julian McMahon, ‘Nip/Tuck’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Star, Dies at 56 — New York Times Movies -
• Carla Maxwell, Keeper of the José Limón Flame, Dies at 79 — New York Times Arts -

The small screen scene features an exploration of Will Sharpe as a multifaceted talent in Lena Dunham's new show, an analytical look at "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia"'s enduring appeal, and a review of a documentary on Jim Thorpe, alongside a weekly guide to what's airing on TV.

• Will Sharpe, Star of Lena Dunham’s ‘Too Much,’ Is a Renaissance Man — New York Times Movies -
• How a Show About Truly Terrible People Became the Defining American Sitcom — New York Times Arts -
• The ‘First Celebrity Athlete,’ a Century Before Social Media — New York Times Movies -

• ‘Too Much,’ Plus 7 Things on TV this Week — New York Times Arts -

Notable music events include Valery Gergiev's controversial return to conducting in Italy, a review of the Oasis reunion concert, and the final shows of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath.

• Valery Gergiev, Shunned in West Over Putin Support, Will Conduct in Italy — New York Times Music -
• Oasis Live Review: The Gallaghers Reunite, Their Songs Still Stomping and Wounds Still Healing — New York Times Music -
• Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath Play Final Shows in Birmingham, England — New York Times Music -

The stage world highlights the Avignon Festival's dance focus drawing mixed reactions, Laurie Metcalf starring in a new Broadway play produced by Scott Rudin, and a curated list of 11 Off Broadway plays for July.

• As Avignon Festival Turns to Dance, It Trips Up Some Onlookers — New York Times Arts -
• Laurie Metcalf to Star in Broadway Play Produced by Scott Rudin — New York Times Arts -
• 11 Off Broadway Plays to See in July — New York Times Arts -

This category highlights Tony Hawk's daily routine, fashion trends at Essence Fest, the return of Sydney Jo Robinson's TikTok series, a profile of filmmaker Stephanie Comilang, and a Georgian feast inspired by artist Niko Pirosmani.

• Tony Hawk Loves an Early-Morning Skate — New York Times Arts -
• Essence Fest 2025: The Best Looks in New Orleans — New York Times Arts -
• Sydney Jo Robinson’s ‘The Group Chat’ TikTok Series Returns for Season 3 — New York Times Arts -

• She Turns Cultures and Commodities Upside Down — New York Times Arts -
• A Georgian Feast Inspired by Niko Pirosmani’s Art — New York Times Arts -

Recent literary critiques feature reviews of Gary Shteyngart's novel 'Vera, or Faith' and Maurizio Serra's biography of Curzio Malaparte.

• Book Review: ‘Vera, or Faith,’ by Gary Shteyngart — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Malaparte,’ by Maurizio Serra — New York Times Books -