American Ballet Theater Turns 75
Over the ABT's three-quarters of a century, the company has stuck to its mission of presenting classics like Swan Lake along with works of contemporary choreographers.
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In 'Rhythm,' Bhi Bhiman's Music Isn't Limited By National Borders
Bhi Bhiman had an all-American childhood, but his songs have an international character. He talks with NPR's Scott Simon about his childhood, his politics and his new album, Rhythm & Reason.
The Gates Of Liavek Are Open Again In 'Points Of Departure'
For years, readers wishing to see the shared world of Liavek had to go via crumbling paperbacks. Now, authors Patricia C. Wrede and Pamela Dean have reprinted their stories of the magical trade city.
Will 'The Familiar' Kill The Novel? No, But It Comes Close
Mark Z. Danielewski's epic 800-page tale of a girl and a cat wants to be the stepping stone to a new understanding of the novel — but critic Jason Sheehan says it's undone by too many parentheses.
The Ox Car Goes To
The answers in this game are Oscar winners for Best Picture, except that we've changed one letter in each title.
Pop Culture Happy Hour: 'Pitch Perfect 2' And Summer Movies
On this week's show: Pitch Perfect 2 is just the beginning of our summer movie preview. Plus, books and music make an appearance as we talk about what's making us happy.
Yo Aca-Adrian! Elizabeth Banks Says 'Rocky IV' Inspired The New 'Pitch Perfect'
Banks makes her directorial debut with Pitch Perfect 2; she talks to NPR's Audie Cornish about breaking into directing, the true meaning of a cappella, and how the Barden Bellas are really Rocky.
Baltimore Artist Helps Turn Liberian School Into A Mural Masterpiece
The building was damaged during the Ebola outbreak. How do you welcome kids back? That's the challenge that a team of street artists faced.
A Visceral, Inventive Blockbuster Roars To Life In 'Mad Max: Fury Road'
More than 35 years after the release of the original Mad Max, a new chapter emerges, starring Charlize Theron in what Chris Klimek calls a doomsday reinvention like nothing since The Matrix.
A Film Critic Gets Meta (As Does Ours) In 'The Film Critic (El Crítico)'
NPR Film Critic Bob Mondello trips down the rabbit hole as he reviews a film that's both a winning romance and a gentle wake-up call for reviewers who forget their role.