Thursday, February 26, 2026

Music

Lin-Manuel Miranda on ‘Mufasa’ and the Secret to a Disney Hit

The “Hamilton” creator, who crafted the soundtrack for the new prequel to “The Lion King,” reflects on writing songs that have a universal appeal. Source link

21 Movies, Books and Albums With a Theater Focus to Consume During the Holidays

Make it through the holidays with these movies, books and music from the past year that are adapted from stage productions or evoke a theatrical spirit. Source link

Elton John’s Documentary ‘Never Too Late’ on Disney+

The star is in positive, future-looking mode in this Disney+ documentary, directed by his husband, David Furnish, and R.J. Cutler. Source link

A D.I.Y. ‘Messiah,’ Starring You and Yours as Choristers

Our critic joined with amateur singers and professionals for a “Messiah” sing-in at David Geffen Hall, just one “Messiah” on the city’s holiday calendar. Source link

The Making and Remaking of ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas’

Eighty years after its release, the sentimental holiday standard continues to enchant listeners and inspire the musicians who take it on. Source link

The TV Shows, Movies and Music That Readers Loved in 2024

Critical favorites like “Anora,” “Cowboy Carter” and “The Bear” still left room for more recent arrivals like “Wicked” and Broadway’s “Maybe Happy Ending.” Source link

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie Give a Surprising Education in Opera

“Paris & Nicole: The Encore,” a sequel to “The Simple Life,” is a comedic lark about creating an opera, with enlightening lessons along the way. Source link

Book Review: ‘Ira Gershwin: A Life in Words,’ by Michael Owen

In “Ira Gershwin: A Life in Words,” Michael Owen offers a sympathetic portrait of the lyricist, overshadowed in a life that had him tending the legacy of his younger sibling George. Source link

Why More Brides Are Skipping the Traditional March Song

More couples are skipping the traditional processional to Richard Wagner’s “Bridal Chorus.” Source link

At Opening Night at La Scala, Opera Is the Center of the Universe

There is nothing quite like opening night of Teatro alla Scala in Milan, a temple of opera, for pomp, pageantry and politics. Source link
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