The “graphic” depiction of the emperor’s assassination in the Public Theater’s production of the play prompted Delta Air Lines and Bank of America to withdraw support.
SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:48AMThe “graphic” depiction of the emperor’s assassination in the Public Theater’s version of the play, opening Monday in Central Park, crossed a line, the company said.
SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:18PMA sought-after teacher, Mr. Austin helped change the shape of American comedy and gave many big names in comedy their start.
SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:02PMMr. Christopher, who started his career on and Off Broadway, was best known for playing a soft-spoken chaplain at an Army hospital during the Korean War.
SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:33PMMr. Noble, who began as a stage actor before rising to national fame on TV, played Gov. Eugene Gatling on the hit 1980s series from 1979 to 1986.
SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:53PMMr. Jean-Baptiste, 21, was the first African-American actor to play the iconic lead role of Jean Valjean in the popular Broadway musical.
SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:20PMThe writer explores both the personal and Egyptian politics in a bawdy bedroom comedy.
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