The stage is alive with Rose Byrne's versatility on Broadway, a profound review of 'The Waterfall', a Kennedy Center performance cancellation due to an incident, a deep dive into vampires' enduring appeal on stage, and the Met Opera's exciting 2026-27 season announcement.

• Rose Byrne Can, and Does, Do It All — New York Times Arts -
• ‘The Waterfall’ Review: A Mother’s Blessing and a Daughter’s Burden — New York Times Arts -
• Kennedy Center Performance Canceled After Substance Poured on Ice Rink — New York Times Arts -

• ‘The Lost Boys’ on Broadway and Cynthia Erivo in ‘Dracula’: Why Vampires Won’t Die — New York Times Arts -
• Met Opera Announces 2026-27 Season: What We Want to See — New York Times Arts -

Recent literary news features a new critical study of Toni Morrison's work, Lisa Rinna's revealing new memoir, a review of Lauren Groff's 'Brawler', and a roundup of compelling new historical fiction books.

• Book Review: ‘On Morrison,’ by Namwali Serpell — New York Times Books -
• Lisa Rinna Tells All in New Memoir, Including ‘Real Housewives’ and More — New York Times Arts -
• Book Review: ‘Brawler,’ by Lauren Groff — New York Times Books -

• New Historical Fiction Books — New York Times Books -

The entertainment world mourns the loss of several luminaries including actor Tom Noonan, salsa icon Willie Colón, and opera star José van Dam, alongside a tribute to Willie Colón's essential works.

• Tom Noonan, Actor Renowned for Onscreen Menace, Dies at 74 — New York Times Arts -
• Willie Colón, a Luminary of Salsa Music, Dies at 75 — New York Times Arts -
• José van Dam, Suave and Riveting Opera Star, Dies at 85 — New York Times Arts -

• Willie Colón: 14 Essential Songs and Albums — New York Times Arts -

The Berlin Film Festival recently honored 'Yellow Letters' with its top prize, highlighting political drama.

• Political Drama ‘Yellow Letters’ Wins Top Prize at Berlin Film Festival — New York Times Arts -

An intriguing exhibition explores Van Gogh and the profound meaning of the color yellow in his art.

• Van Gogh and the Meaning of Yellow — New York Times Arts -