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Review: ‘Robeson’ Illuminates a Titanic Artist and Activist
Davóne Tines plays Paul Robeson in a solo show on Little Island that weaves together the words and music of this American hero to tell his story.
By Oussama Zahr
Davóne Tines plays Paul Robeson in a solo show on Little Island that weaves together the words and music of this American hero to tell his story.
By Oussama Zahr
This season, the Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin experimented with programming works by female composers at every performance. Results were mixed.
By Jeffrey Arlo Brown
He carved out a niche by singing the music of living composers from his own country. He was praised by critics at home and abroad.
By Adam Nossiter
A new recording from the conductor Klaus Mäkelä, a concerto-like work by Vijay Iyer and a fresh take on Charles Ives are among the highlights.
Chad Smith, the orchestra’s new chief executive, hopes to return the storied ensemble to its groundbreaking roots while moving it forward.
By Joshua Barone
The struggles of one of the nation’s finest orchestras show the difficulties facing classical music in the United States.
By Robin Pogrebin and Javier C. Hernández
In a rarity for contemporary music, the entire catalog of Crumb, who died two years ago, has been recorded and released in 21 volumes.
By David Weininger
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave no explanation for zeroing out the $32 million in grants that were approved by state lawmakers.
By Patricia Mazzei
This week's selection includes titles by Gabrielle Zevin, Peace Adzo Medie, Patrick Mackie and more.
By Shreya Chattopadhyay
A selection of entertainment highlights this weekend, including the film “The Bikeriders.”
By Danielle Dowling
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