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Huang Ruo’s `The Monkey King' to get world premiere at San Francisco Opera on Nov. 14

Huang Ruo’s “The Monkey King,” based on an episode from the 16th century Chinese novel “Journey to the West” in which a primate born from stone acquires supernatural powers and seeks immortality, will be given its world premiere by the San Francisco Opera on Nov. 14

The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2025

‘Must-have genre’ for uncertain times: why spy thrillers have taken over TV

Experts say success of shows such as The Night Agent and Prime Target reflects growing public distrust of the state

The Guardian - UK · Feb 2, 2025

Five Fan Theories About What The Fuck The Goats In Severance Mean

From clones to perception chips to the board of the company, you’re going to have to read them to believe them.

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 31, 2025

"Every Little Thing" shows massive grace

Director Sally Aitken showcases the profound lessons tiny birds impart about kindness and hope in a new documentary

Salon · Jan 9, 2025

Pembrokeshire’s wild north by train, bus and bike

Overshadowed by St Davids and Tenby, the Welsh seaside town of Fishguard makes a great off-season base for coastal and country exploration

The Guardian - UK · Jan 8, 2025

American Genius, A Comedy by Lynne Tillman review – thoughts for the day

Unfolding over 24 hours, this captivating novel set inside the head of a woman consumed by her obsessions is as engrossing as it is unusual

The Guardian - UK · Jan 5, 2025

Ant and Dec argue over Limitless Win answer in tense clip from new series

Long-time presenting duo have admitted that even they can clash on occasion

The Independent UK · Jan 4, 2025

‘It’s so crushing’: US families navigate divide over politics during the holidays

After a bruising election year, Americans make no-political-talk deals and avoid relatives to salvage festive gatherings

The Guardian - US · Dec 23, 2024

Renee Bornstein obituary

Other lives: French-Jewish survivor of the Nazi occupation, who later settled in Manchester

The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2024

Hold the Botox! Keira Knightley is great in Black Doves and can actually move her face

As Hollywood faces get increasingly snatched, it’s revolutionary to see an actress in her late thirties who can still emote

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2024