Melena Ryzik
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New (and Old) Moves for a Choreographer to Hip Hop’s Stars
For Fatima Robinson, choreographing “The Color Purple” was far more than a job. It was a callback to her youth, before becoming known for her...
New (and Old) Moves for a Choreographer to Hip Hop’s Stars
For Fatima Robinson, choreographing “The Color Purple” was far more than a job. It was a callback to her youth, before becoming known for her...
The Stories Behind Emma Stone’s Costumes in ‘Poor Things’
The designer Holly Waddington breaks down how Emma Stone’s Bella Baxter evolves onscreen, from her childish knickers to her cage-like wedding dress.
Sandra Bernhard Still Has Plenty to Say
The comedian, actress and singer’s year-end shows at Joe’s Pub, which started 18 years ago, have been going strong, giving one of New York’s unique...
Music Executive L.A. Reid Is Accused of Sexual Assault in Lawsuit
The lawsuit, filed by Drew Dixon in federal court in Manhattan under the Adult Survivors Act, says that Mr. Reid’s misconduct cut short her career...
Meg Ryan on Her New Rom-Com, ‘What Happens Later’
She always had concerns about the happily-ever-after ideals of the genre. Now as a director she’s pushing its boundaries to examine issues of aging and...
Kitty Green on ‘The Assistant’ and ‘The Royal Hotel’
Kitty Green’s movies, “The Assistant” and now “The Royal Hotel,” address gender dynamics in familiar, but menacing, environments.
Cher on Her First Christmas LP, a New Beau and 25 Years of ‘Believe’
The superstar talks about finding her recording voice again, getting Stevie Wonder (and Tyga) to appear on her holiday album and still finding the love...
‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ and Scorsese’s Bride Like No Other
Martin Scorsese’s epic drama about killings in Osage territory in the 1920s showcases the unparalleled wedding wear and culture of the tribe.
First Look: ‘The Color Purple’ Movie Musical
The director Blitz Bazawule added magical realist elements to his adaptation. But convincing Fantasia Barrino to return after Broadway took some work.