Arts Mar 22 Darren Walker proposes shift in focus of giving in new book ‘From Generosity to Justice’ In 1889, one of the richest men of his age, industrialist Andrew Carnegie, wrote “The Gospel of Wealth,” calling on those with money to use it to promote the general good. Now comes “From Generosity to Justice: A New Gospel…
Arts Mar 17 Jessica Chastain takes on ‘A Doll’s House’ in new Broadway adaptation “A Doll’s House,” the classic 19th-century play by Henrik Ibsen, is getting a new Broadway adaptation starring one of today’s biggest stars, Jessica Chastain. She plays Nora Helmer, one of the most iconic characters in theater history. Chastain sat down…
Arts Mar 14 Theater in rural Appalachian Virginia brings regional themes to the stage Barter Theatre, which opened during the Great Depression and is thriving 90 years later, is known for bringing regional themes to its rural Appalachian stage. Jeffrey Brown visited Abingdon, Virginia, to show the changing face of the area for our…
Arts Mar 11 Why Hollywood is still falling short in representation of women in film In some ways, Sunday’s Academy Awards mark big advances in diversity. Last year, more top movies starred women of color than in the previous 16 years. But there are still notable gaps, particularly for women behind the camera. Rebecca Sun,…
Arts Mar 07 Renowned architect receiving prestigious Pritzker Prize questions his industry’s impact David Chipperfield is one of the world’s most prolific architects, with buildings all around the world. The British architect on Tuesday was awarded his profession’s most distinguished honor: the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Jeffrey Brown spoke with Chipperfield about his life…
Arts Mar 02 Use of artificial intelligence generates questions about the future of art Artificial intelligence is everywhere and part of our conversations about education, politics and social media. It's also a hot topic in the arts world as programs that generate art using AI are widely available to the public. But what goes…
Arts Feb 24 Ukrainian ballet dancers in exile serve as cultural ambassadors as war rages on at home During the past twelve months of war, Ukrainians have demonstrated their courage and resilience in countless ways. One group of artists is responding in the best way they know how. Through dance, they are bringing their work and stories to…
Arts Feb 20 Michelle Yeoh on her Oscar-nominated performance in ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ The film with the most Oscar nominations this year, “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” became a surprise, breakout hit for audiences and critics. The movie's star, Michelle Yeoh, has already nabbed a Golden Globe and now has a chance to…
Arts Feb 15 How award-winning poet Nikky Finney is bringing new life to her community Nikky Finney is a National Book Award winning-poet, professor and advocate for social justice and cultural preservation. Jeffrey Brown went to South Carolina to see how that mission has now taken on very personal meaning. It’s part of our arts…
Arts Feb 09 A look at the life and career of legendary composer Burt Bacharach Popular composer Burt Bacharach died Wednesday at the age of 94. The hit-maker won six Grammys, three Oscars and is known for such melodies as "Walk on By," "I Say a Little Prayer," and dozens of others. Jeffrey Brown has…