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June 22, 2023

How an act of defiance became a rapturous musical celebrating Latino representation

Karen Zacarías initially conceptualized "Destiny of Desire" as a response to offensive stereotypes. As her telenovela-inspired musical evolved, joy prevailed.

The Oscars are changing the rules for best picture. Here's what it could mean

In its latest effort to confront a changing theatrical landscape, the film academy announced new best picture eligibility rules for the 97th Oscars.

Commentary: What it feels like to have your history-making play canceled during the Taper's closure

My new play, "Fake It Until You Make It," commissioned by Center Theatre Group, was about to go into production at their Mark Taper Forum when the organization indefinitely "paused" Taper programming. Real damage has been done to L.A. communities.

Trans rights are under attack. Kim Petras fights back with more pop bangers about sex

Kim Petras' new "Feed the Beast" LP is unapologetic: About pop, about ambition, about sex. "Me and my friends pride ourselves on being sluts. Everyone should."

Review: 'Final Fantasy XVI' goes full 'Game of Thrones' with medieval battles and mysticism

"Final Fantasy XVI" is a sprawling, 35-plus hour epic that nods to "Game of Thrones." It also aims to be one of the most approachable games in the long-standing series.

The WGA strike has hit some restaurants hard. They're rallying behind it anyway

The Hollywood writers strike affects a culinary ecosystem dependent on catering, private events and business lunches. Some restaurants face big losses, but many are still rallying behind the strike and sending food to picket lines.

Review: Jennifer Lawrence and 'No Hard Feelings' deliver a just right summer sex comedy

The "Hunger Games" star and Broadway's Andrew Barth Feldman are a winning duo in this sweet, intoxicating coming-of-age tale that blends "Superbad"-style raunch with John Hughes' vulnerability.

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