Leonard Bernstein: Classical Music’s Jewish Walt Whitman At 100
“Bernstein was an unusually literate composer. He spent whole nights after days making music reading poetry, novels and most everything else.”
Why Käthe Kollwitz’s Art Remains Shockingly Resonant 150 Years Later
“Struggle, poverty, death and despair infused her work, but defying them was her main subject.”
Exclusive Story Of Paul Newman’s Lost Film Now An Award Finalist
Paul Newman once directed a cinematic masterpiece in a Yiddish theater. So, why did he take his name off it? And why hasn’t anyone seen it or heard of it — until now?
Paul Newman’s Long Lost Film’s National Debut In Doubt
As it turns out, TCM won’t be able to offer the much-awaited national debut of Paul Newman’s 1962 film “On the Harmfulness of Tobacco.” Here’s the story behind that story.
Why Lincoln Center’s Paul Newman Screening Is A Must-See
When David Amram and Jack Garfein speak about Paul Newman’s first film, they will bring with them 172 years of cinematic and American history.
EXCLUSIVE: Paul Newman’s Lost Movie Returns — 55 Years Later
In 1962, Paul Newman directed his first film but promptly took its name off it. Now, thanks to a Forward investigation — the movie, shot in a Yiddish theater, is back for its long-awaited second look.
How To Listen to Tchaikovsky While Looking Past His Anti-Semitism
A cache of letters written by Tchaikovsky reveals some startling bigotry. But were his views as offensive as Richard Wagner’s?
EXCLUSIVE: Paul Newman’s Lost Masterpiece — And How We Rediscovered It
Paul Newman once directed a cinematic masterpiece in a Yiddish theater. So, why did he take his name off it? And why hasn’t anyone seen it or heard of it — until now?
These Were Paul Newman’s 5 (or 6) Greatest Screen Performances
Paul Newman was once America’s greatest screen star. But there was more to his career than “Exodus” and “On the Harmfulness of Tobacco.” Here are 5 (actually 6) of his greatest moments.
Being BFF’s at the New York Philharmonic
Israeli pianist Inon Barnatan and conductor Alan Gilbert have developed a terrific rapport at the New York Philharmonic. On March 13, they join forces again for “Quartet for the End of Time.”
