From newly discovered Bach pieces to a UK ban on concert ticket scalping, the performing arts scene is buzzing with Met Opera debuts like Daniele Rustioni and "Arabella" reviews, controversies around plays using actors with anorexia and colorblind casting debates, Tom Hanks's new show "This World of Tomorrow" drawing stars and reviews, a Black Flag reboot, and obituaries for 60s singing sensations Alice and Ellen Kessler and U.S. Arts Agency head Bill Ivey.

• Newly Discovered Bach Pieces Are the Fruits of Decades of Detective Work — New York Times Arts -
• Meryl Streep and More Stars Toast Tom Hanks in ‘This World of Tomorrow’ — New York Times Arts -
• Alice and Ellen Kessler, ’60s Singing Sensations, Die at 89 — New York Times Arts -

• ‘This World of Tomorrow’ Review: Tom Hanks Is Back in Town — New York Times Arts -
• This Play Recruited Actors With Anorexia. Was That Ethical? — New York Times Arts -
• U.K. Vows to Ban Resale of Concert Tickets Above Face Value — New York Times Arts -
• Obsessed With ‘Wicked’? Try 9 More Songs From Beloved Musicals. — New York Times Arts -
• Daniele Rustioni, Old-School Conductor, Joins the Met Opera — New York Times Arts -
• Review: Strauss’s ‘Arabella’ Returns to the Met Opera — New York Times Arts -
• The Debate Over Colorblind Casting Isn’t Settled After All — New York Times Arts -
• This Play Recruited Actors With Anorexia. Was That Ethical? — New York Times Arts -
• Black Flag’s Latest Reboot Has Everyone Talking (Even Greg Ginn) — New York Times Arts -
• Bill Ivey, 81, Dies; Quelled Conservative Ire Over U.S. Arts Agency — New York Times Arts -

The art world is captivated by **Ripley's acquisition of a $12 million gold toilet and Gustav Klimt's record-breaking $236 million painting sale at auction, alongside insights into Magdalene Odundo's ceramic artistry and concerns over the future of art patronage** after the deaths of major figures.

• Believe It or Not, That $12 Million Gold Toilet Was Bought by … Ripley’s — New York Times Arts -
• At $236 Million, Klimt Piece Is Second Most Expensive Painting Sold at Auction — New York Times Arts -
• How Magdalene Odundo Makes Ceramics Seem Like Bodies in Motion — New York Times Arts -

• After the Death of Two Titans, Where Are the Next Giant Art Patrons? — New York Times Arts -

Stephen Colbert's late-night commentary on the Epstein files, streaming recommendations including "Sacramento" and "Happy Christmas", interviews with stars like George Clooney and Adam Sandler, a review of "Selena y Los Dinos", and the SAG Awards' name change to the Actor Awards highlight developments in cinema and broadcasting.

• Stephen Colbert Celebrates ‘Epstein Rockin’ Eve’ — New York Times Arts -
• ‘Sacramento,’ ‘Happy Christmas’ and More Streaming Gems — New York Times Arts -
• George Clooney, Adam Sandler and Noah Baumbach on Fame and ‘Jay Kelly’ — New York Times Arts -

• ‘Selena y Los Dinos’ Review: Still Dreaming of You — New York Times Arts -
• SAG Awards Changes Its Name to the Actor Awards — New York Times Arts -

The literary world sees book reviews for "Mexico" and "The Butterfly Thief", a controversy over books disqualified for AI-generated covers, and a look into Joan Didion's Thanksgiving traditions.

• Book Review: ‘Mexico,’ by Paul Gillingham — New York Times Books -
• These Books Were Judged by Their A.I. Covers, and Disqualified — New York Times Arts -
• Book Review: ‘The Butterfly Thief,’ by Walter Marsh — New York Times Books -

• How Joan Didion Did Thanksgiving — New York Times Books -

Personal well-being and seasonal preparations are covered with guidance on discussing money in relationships from a finance coach and diverse holiday gift recommendations.

• How to Talk About Money in Your Relationship, According to a Personal Finance Coach — New York Times Arts -
• Holiday Gift Ideas: What to Get an Ex, a Sick Parent and More Recommendations — New York Times Arts -