Saturday, May 23, 2026 10:50 AM ET
10 minutes ago
ONE SPECIAL THING - The myth of the tortured artist comes to a head in 'Frank' The 2014 dark comedy is a takedown of the "tortured artist" trope, although its legacy is often reduced to "that movie with the kooky guy and the fake head."1 day ago
From 'Skidmarks On My Heart' to 'Steppin' Out,' we built the ultimate road trip playlist -- Here's a dozen critic's picks to kickstart your next trek to the beach, the Berkshires, or wherever the summer months take you.1 day ago
What's the best road trip song? A case for 'Roadrunner' by the Modern Lovers. -- The song appeared on the band's self-titled debut LP, which celebrates its 50th anniversary later this summer.23 hours ago
Summer Arts Guide - 80 fun concerts, festivals, shows, and more to check out around Boston this summer - From outdoor music festivals to comedy shows, here are the top events to check out in Boston and beyond this summer.7 days ago
All the movies you'll watch this summer8 days ago
10 NEW SHOWS TO WATCH THIS SUMMER9 days ago
Read more from our Summer Arts Guide8 days ago
ODIE HENDERSON NOTEBOOK -- What happened to the summer blockbuster? -- Seeing movies during the summertime used to be a lot more fun, but today, toxic fan behavior and a low tolerance for risk are making movies more of a drag.1 day ago
BOOKS -- A Nobel Prize-winning author admitted she uses AI. What's the literary world coming to? -- During a Polish cultural event, author Olga Tokarczuk, who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2018, said she used an AI tool as an aid while writing her novels.1 day ago
THE RUNDOWN -- Peter Wolf receives honorary degree from MassArt, and more arts news -- Plus, a local "Survivor" contestant will be on "The White Lotus."1 day ago
CHRIS VOGNAR NOTEBOOK -- As Stephen Colbert departs, the late night talk show may soon follow -- Colbert brought a nonchalant gravitas to the role that seems unlikely to return.1 day ago
STORY BEHIND THE BOOK -- A history of LGBTQ music, with heart, humanity, and a propulsive beat -- Barry Walters, a veteran music writer (The Village Voice, Spin, Rolling Stone) tells me he worked on his book for nine years, but in a way he's been gathering material for it his entire life.1 day ago
Things to do around Boston this weekend and beyond1 day ago
Barry Blaustein dies at 71; Eddie Murphy was his muse1 day ago
Karen Allen on her history with the Berkshire Film Fest and how she got cast in 'The Glass Menagerie'1 day ago
How do theater companies pick the plays they put on?1 day ago
In the satirical 'Eureka Day,' comedy is the best medicine for exploring human nature1 day ago
She freed herself from slavery by fleeing George Washington's house. Now some are defying efforts to bury her memory.2 days ago
Boston Calling has been a major economic driver for Harvard Square. How are businesses feeling about its 'gap year'?2 days ago
Netflix's 'The Boroughs': Forever young, but not terribly fresh2 days ago
Stephen Colbert bids farewell to 'The Late Show' with help from Paul McCartney and surprise guests. See highlights.1 day ago
Eight new movies and TV shows to watch this Memorial Day weekend1 day ago
Matthew Perry's family trusted his assistant to help keep him sober. He instead helped him overdose.21 hours ago
ArtsEmerson announces new season of programming2 days ago
'One of the best commencement speeches ever.' Eric Church's viral UNC address hit all the right notes. Watch it here.2 days ago
Sorry to bother you! 'I Love Boosters' is lots of fun.2 days ago
Local bestsellers for the week ended May 171 day ago
Richard Hatch, first winner of 'Survivor,' says he was not invited to the Season 50 finale2 days ago
A Dickens character gets another look in '(re)Dressing Miss Havisham'2 days ago
Imogene Coca: A neglected pioneer who deserves to be celebrated2 days ago
A young woman sees spirits in an '80s East Village, shadowed by AIDS2 days ago