Broadway's 'Queen of Versailles' closing and Met Opera security issues are notable, with Donald Glover's canceled tour due to a stroke, while David Amram's enduring musical journey and Wen Hui's feminist dance artistry celebrate longevity and innovation, complemented by NYC Phil's American character concertos and new Ailey productions like 'Jazz Island', plus reviews of 'Gruesome Playground Injuries' and 'All My Sons', Louis C.K.'s quieter comedy approach, and an ode to loving musicals, all informed by James Bundy's theater leadership.

• ‘Queen of Versailles’ to Close as New Broadway Musicals Struggle — New York Times Arts -
• Louis C.K. Kicks Off Beacon Theater Shows With Quieter Approach — New York Times Arts -
• At the NY Phil, Considering the American Character in 2 Violin Concertos — New York Times Arts -

• 5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Musicals — New York Times Arts -
• Security Lapse Allowed Protesters to Disrupt Performance, Met Opera Says — New York Times Arts -
• Wen Hui Was Making Feminist Art Before She Even Knew the Term — New York Times Arts -
• At 95, David Amram Still Makes Music. And Nobody Can Put Him in a Box. — New York Times Arts -
• ‘Gruesome Playground Injuries’ Review: Does It Hurt? — New York Times Arts -
• Donald Glover Says He Had a Stroke That Prompted Him to Cancel His Tour in 2024 — New York Times Arts -
• This ‘All My Sons’ Is Tragedy Done Right — New York Times Arts -
• ‘Jazz Island’ at Ailey Will Revive an Old-School Theatrical Style — New York Times Arts -
• Living, Breathing, Seeing and Teaching Theater — New York Times Arts -

**'It: Welcome to Derry' episode recaps and a look at 'The Beatles Anthology' are featured, with Robert Irwin's 'Dancing With the Stars' journey and Gaten Matarazzo's day off highlighted, while 'Everybody Loves Raymond' connects generations, and a 'Ghost of Yotei' game review explores its narrative depth, alongside a cultural piece on our obsession with revenge** in media.

• How Gaten Matarazzo, the ‘Stranger Things’ Star, Spends His Day Off — New York Times Arts -
• What Historical Feuds and Onscreen Squabbles Can Teach Us About Our Obsession With Revenge — New York Times Arts -
• Robert Irwin Spreads a Message of Love on ‘Dancing With the Stars’ and Beyond — New York Times Arts -

• ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Season 1, Episode 5 Recap: Search and Destroy — New York Times Arts -
• How ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ Brought My Mother and Me Closer — New York Times Arts -
• The Tender Moments of Ghost of Yotei Transcend Its Violence — New York Times Arts -
• ‘The Beatles Anthology,’ Plus 9 Things to Watch on TV This Week — New York Times Arts -

Reviews for 'Family of Spies,' 'Troublemaker,' and 'Best Offer Wins' offer new insights, while John Green's perspective on teenage magic and holiday romance book recommendations inspire, and Percy Jackson series suggestions cater to young readers.

• Book Review: ‘Family of Spies,’ by Sylvia Brownrigg — New York Times Books -
• Novels for Kids Who Love Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson Series — New York Times Books -
• John Green Doesn’t Want You to Lose the Magic of Your Teenage Self — New York Times Books -

• Book Review: ‘Troublemaker: The Fierce, Unruly Life of Jessica Mitford,’ by Carla Kaplan — New York Times Books -
• Book Review: ‘Best Offer Wins,’ by Marisa Kashino — New York Times Books -
• Holiday Romance Books That Capture the Cozy Magic of the Season — New York Times Arts -

The passing of reggae icon Jimmy Cliff prompts a recollection of his essential songs and legacy in bringing reggae to the masses, joined by remembrances for film director Lee Tamahori and French wordplay translator David Bellos.

• Jimmy Cliff, Singer Who Helped Bring Reggae to Global Audience, Dies at 81 — New York Times Arts -
• Jimmy Cliff: 8 Essential Songs — New York Times Arts -
• Jimmy Cliff Brought Reggae to the Masses with ‘The Harder They Come’ — New York Times Arts -

• David Bellos, 80, Dies; Wrestled French Wordplay Into English — New York Times Books -
• Lee Tamahori, Director of Film Voted New Zealand’s Best, Dies at 75 — New York Times Movies -

Alma Allen's selection for the Venice Biennale highlights new artistic recognition, while the discovery of a potential Michelangelo drawing for sale sparks intrigue, and the art market finds its footing with a remarkable $2.2 billion week.

• Alma Allen, American Sculptor, Is Selected for Venice Biennale — New York Times Arts -
• In a $2.2 Billion Week, the Art Market Finds Its Footing — New York Times Arts -
• His Right Foot: One Tiny Drawing for Sale, Said to Be by Michelangelo — New York Times Arts -