James Conlon to exit as L.A. Opera music director in 2026
James Conlon, the second music director in Los Angeles Opera’s almost 40-year history, will step down from his role after the 2025-26 season, the company…
Director Roman Polanski sued over more allegations of sexual assault of a minor
In short: A woman is suing director Roman Polanski, alleging he raped her in his home when she was a minor in 1973.The woman, who has not…
Why ‘Dune’ will satisfy even sci-fi skeptics
Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone who hasn’t already purchased a ticket for “Dune: Part Two.” As latecomer and Screen Gab editor Matt…
‘Rust’ director Joel Souza describes Alec Baldwin shooting
“Rust” director Joel Souza, who was injured when Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun, said he couldn’t wrap his head around what had transpired on…
‘Dune’ director Denis Villeneuve drew the film up as a teen
A string of production delays has left “Dune: Part One” fans antsy for the film’s sequel, which hits theaters this Friday. But director Denis Villeneuve…
Biden campaign names political director, adds new team members
The hires are further illustration of the reelection campaign staffing up in haste after spending the fall and early winter with a relatively small footprint.…
Protestors disrupt Spirit Awards as ‘Past Lives’ prevails.
In what could be a sign for awards shows to come, the Spirit Awards were severely disrupted on Sunday afternoon by pro-Palestinian protesters. About 40…
Distinctive styles and themes mark the animated shorts race
Even when they focus on the experiences of children, the five films nominated for animated short Oscar are decidedly intended for adults. In these emotionally…
Denver funeral director faces charges after remains of 30 bodies found in home
Feb. 17 (UPI) -- A woman's corpse along with cremated remains of at least 30 other people were found in the Denver home of a…
Can ‘Warrior’ fight its way back to a fourth season?
Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone who hates when a TV show gets canceled before you’re ready to say goodbye ... While “Warrior,”…
Documentary director Daniel Roher on Alexei Navalny’s death
Daniel Roher’s Oscar-winning 2022 documentary, “Navalny,” helped bring the story of Alexei Navalny into sharper focus for people around the world, delivering an intimate and…
Tyne Daly recovering after leaving ‘Doubt’ for health issues
Tyne Daly is expected to make a full recovery after an unexpected hospitalization forced her to drop out of the Broadway revival of “Doubt.” The…
MTA director responds to gays having sex on top of moving train
The Metropolitan Transport Authority (MTA) has issued a statement after two men took intimacy to a new level on-top of a moving subway train, according…
Manchester United approach Newcastle sporting director Dan Ashworth
Dan Ashworth worked at the FA and Brighton before joining NewcastleManchester United have approached Newcastle sporting director Dan Ashworth about joining the club.Ashworth has a…
Photos: Go inside the exclusive 2024 Oscar nominees luncheon
Emma Stone enjoyed a mini “La La Land” reunion with Ryan Gosling. Margot Robbie chatted with Billie and Finneas Eilish. “Barbie” director Greta Gerwig and…
California’s war on plastic bag use seems to have backfired
It was a decade ago when California became the first state in the nation to ban single-use plastic bags, ushering in a wave of anti-plastic…
Commerce Department names Elizabeth Kelly as first director of AI Safety Institute
United States Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced Wednesday that former Biden economic advisor Elizabeth Kelly will serve as Director of the U.S. AI Safety…
China’s Cyber Threat Expands: FBI Director Warns of Infrastructure Attacks and Urges Investment
FBI Director Christopher Wray emphasized the pervasive nature of Chinese government hacking activities, urging a comprehensive response to the escalating threat they pose to U.S.…
‘Tótem’ is intimate but director Lila Avilés is a big deal
Built from intuitive hunches — she calls them “corazonadas” — the work of Mexican writer-director Lila Avilés plays like an invitation into her characters’ most…
Tony Award winner Hinton Battle dies at 67
Hinton Battle, who won Tony Awards (featured actor in a musical) for his performances in “Miss Saigon,” “Sophisticated Ladies” and “The Tap Dance Kid,” has…