The entertainment world mourns the loss of several influential figures, including opera set designer John Conklin, 'Star Wars' actor Kenneth Colley, Pop Art pioneer Peter Phillips, and British conductor Roger Norrington, each leaving a significant legacy in their respective fields.

• John Conklin, Who Created Fantastical Opera Sets, Dies at 88 — New York Times Arts -
• Kenneth Colley, 87, ‘Star Wars’ Actor With a Commanding Presence, Dies — New York Times Movies -
• Peter Phillips, Who Was at the British Pop Art Frontier, Dies at 86 — New York Times Arts -

• Roger Norrington, Iconoclastic British Conductor, Dies at 91 — New York Times Music -

Recent literary releases feature compelling narratives, with reviews covering Hannah Pittard's comic novel on a busted marriage, Michael Clune's story of an adolescent's panic attacks, and Joe Pan's hard-boiled tale of teenagers in a sinister trade.

• Book Review: ‘If You Love It, Let It Kill You,’ by Hannah Pittard — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Pan,’ by Michael Clune — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Florida Palms,’ by Joe Pan — New York Times Books -

The art scene invites exploration, showcasing what to see in New York City galleries this July and encouraging audiences to engage with the art of Cézanne in Aix-en-Provence.

• What to See in N.Y.C. Galleries in July — New York Times Arts -
• Paying Hide-and-Seek With Cézanne in Aix-en-Provence — New York Times Arts -

Exciting developments unfold in the performing arts, as the Dolly Parton musical draws crowds for its Nashville debut and star soprano Renée Fleming takes on her first directorial role.

• Dolly Parton Musical’s Nashville Debut Draws Flocks of Fans — New York Times Music -
• Renée Fleming, Star Soprano, Tries Out the Director’s Chair — New York Times Music -