The cultural landscape mourns the passing of several influential figures, including photographer Nathan Farb, guitarist Wayne Perkins, author and journalist Peter Schrag, composer Elisabeth Waldo, historian Ronald H. Spector, and veterans' trauma chronicler Norman Bussel.

• Nathan Farb, 85, Dies; Photographed Hippies, Siberians and Mountains — New York Times Arts -
• Wayne Perkins, Guitarist to the Stars, Dies at 74 — New York Times Arts -
• Peter Schrag Dies at 94; Wrote of Dangers of California’s Populist Streak — New York Times Books -

• Elisabeth Waldo, 107, Who Fused Indigenous and Western Music, Dies — New York Times Music -
• Ronald H. Spector, Who Traced Social History in Books on War, Dies at 83 — New York Times Books -
• Norman Bussel, Who Chronicled Veterans’ Unseen Traumas, Dies at 102 — New York Times Books -

The art world sees major institutional changes with **LACMA's $724 million reinvention, acclaimed gallery exhibitions such as Matisse's rarely seen works, and Popeye being recognized as an art icon**.

• Popeye the Art Icon — New York Times Arts -
• An Audacious $724 Million Building Reinvents LACMA — New York Times Arts -
• Matisse Is a Crowd-Pleaser. Here’s What the Crowds Rarely Get to See — New York Times Arts -

The industry features an interview with 'Euphoria' creator Sam Levinson, Frankie Muniz's return to acting and NASCAR, a recommendation for an audacious film festival, and late-night TV's take on political events.

• This Audacious Film Festival Should Be Better Known — New York Times Arts -
• ‘Euphoria’ Creator Sam Levinson Talks Tragedy, the Internet and the End of the Show — New York Times Arts -
• Frankie Muniz Refuses to Stay in His Lane — New York Times Arts -

• Late Night Puzzles Over Trump’s ‘Mixed Message’ on Iran — New York Times Arts -

New releases in the literary world include a review of Patrick Radden Keefe's 'London Falling', and a poetry review for Dean Young's posthumous collection 'Creature Feature'.

• Book Review: ‘London Falling,’ by Patrick Radden Keefe — New York Times Books -
• Poetry Review: ‘Creature Feature,’ by Dean Young — New York Times Books -

The rich history and vibrant sound of Detroit Jazz are explored, offering listeners an opportunity to delve into its spiritual and defiant local character.

• 5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Detroit Jazz — New York Times Arts -

Broadway welcomes **'Cats: The Jellicle Ball'**, a reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical set within the queer ballroom scene.

• Fanciful and Fabulous: ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ on Broadway — New York Times Arts -

Insights into daily life include a list of six things to add joy to your day, and a Modern Love essay on personal breakthrough through a partner's struggles.

• The Good List: 6 Things to Add Joy to Your Day — New York Times Arts -
• Modern Love: My Husband’s Breakdown Was My Breakthrough — New York Times Arts -