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BIBLIOPHILES

Every chapter in Jean Hanff Korelitz’s new book ‘The Sequel’ is named after someone else’s sequel

The fiction writer reads widely, including Stephen King and lots about Mormons.

Conan O’Brien and John Cena appear in ‘The Simpsons’ series finale fake-out episode
No, "The Simpsons" isn't going anywhere. At least not yet.

‘The Giver’ author Lois Lowry on intergenerational bonds in uncertain times
This Tuesday, the multi-award-winning children’s author will help the Associates of the Boston Public Library ring in 20 years of supporting emerging writers.

Gavin Creel, Tony-winning musical theater actor, dies at 48
After earning a Tony nomination for his work in "Thoroughly Modern Millie," Mr. Creel found continued success in a string of Broadway revivals including “La Cage aux Folles,” “Hair,” “Hello, Dolly!” and “Into the Woods.”

FALL ARTS GUIDE

90 fun things to do in and around Boston this fall

From theater and dance performances to comedy shows and concerts, see what’s on the calendar around the Hub this fall.
20 new and returning TV shows to watch as the leaves turn this fallFall forward with these 39 fall moviesAt the Gardner this fall, Manet and familySee more from our Fall Arts Guide

Local filmmaker buys Arlington International Film Festival from cofounders

Alberto Guzman and April Ranck Guzman officially sold the festival to Jaina Cipriano last spring after quietly shopping for a buyer over the past few years.
THEATER REVIEW

Providence production of the autobiographical ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’ misses the playwright in its lead role

What carries over from the Broadway production starring playwright Heidi Schreck to this staging at the Wilbury Theatre is what made it a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize: It remains a charming and incisive analysis of gender and racial biases inherent in the US Constitution.
TV CRITIC’S CORNER

Veep aspirants now, and actual veeps back then

As you may have heard, there’s a debate Tuesday night.
WORKING ARTIST

‘Help other artists, and then other artists will help you, too,’ says Joanna Tam

Her "Visibility Studies" project explores how marginalized people navigate society’s danger zones.
YOUR TV GPS

This week’s TV: Debate fever continues as VP candidates face off on CBS

Plus: “Law & Order” returns for a 24th season in the never-ending battle to make New York City safe for more Dick Wolf franchises.

Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88

Willie Nelson once likened Mr. Kristofferson’s lyrics to great literature “whether you sing them or read them. They’re words to live by, and that’s about as much praise as you can say about any writer.”
Documentaries

When this family learned 3 of their 4 kids would gradually go blind, they took a series of trips around the world — and filmed it

The new documentary "Blink" tells their story.

‘Will & Harper’: SNL alum Will Ferrell and Harper Steele take a road trip to remember

The Netflix documentary begins after Steele’s transition, as she revisits places she once frequented when she drove cross-country.

Every four years, ‘Frontline’ offers both sides now

Previewing 'The Choice 2024: Harris vs. Trump,’ on 'Frontline.'

MORE RECENT ARTS HEADLINES

Tom Brady responds to Baker Mayfield’s criticism, says ‘stressful is not having Super Bowl rings’

Baker Mayfield said that Tom Brady brought tension and pressure to the Buccaneers. But Brady won a Super Bowl with them, to go with his six other rings.

MUSIC REVIEW

Charli XCX and Troye Sivan brought the brat party to Boston with a sold-out TD Garden show

Charli XCX and co-headliner Troye Sivan kept the party going as their "Sweat" tour stopped in Boston Saturday night.

TV

Jean Smart shares why she likes New York as ‘Saturday Night Live’ kicks off its 50th season

“Saturday Night Live” began its 50th season with a parade of former co-stars, including Maya Rudolph as Vice President Kamala Harris. Jelly Roll was the night's musical guest.

MUSIC REVIEW

Vampire Weekend evoke a pseudo-homecoming at TD Garden

The band was in its audience's command Friday night. (Well, mostly.)

DANCE REVIEW

At ArtsEmerson, Dianne McIntyre’s ‘In the Same Tongue’ speaks volumes

The celebrated choreographer’s work marked her concert dance debut in Boston, creating a dialogue of movement and music.

TV CRITIC’S CORNER

Big screen, small

'Wolfs' is the latest streamer-produced movie to have a short theatrical run.

Boston at a Bargain

Free Boston events this week: HONK! fest returns, FrōJō tastings, plus break a sweat by the Charles

This week’s gratis goodies are loud, caffeinated, and ready to break a sweat — well, maybe not all at once.

CHRISTOPHER MUTHER

Essential Maggie Smith movies to stream this weekend

Celebrate the late, great doyenne of stage and screen with these films, many of which you can watch for free.

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Conan O’Brien and John Cena appear in ‘The Simpsons’ series finale fake-out episode

Jean Smart shares why she likes New York as ‘Saturday Night Live’ kicks off its 50th season

Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88

With her new novel ‘Jackie,’ Westport’s Dawn Tripp aims to peel back the Kennedy myth

MUSIC REVIEW

Jelly Roll brought fire and rain to Boston in a soul-warming TD Garden show

Jelly Roll brought a combination of unflinching honesty and positivity to town with a powerful show in Boston Thursday night.

Your Week Ahead

Five things to do around Boston, Sept. 30-Oct. 6

Attend an activist music festival, check out an author discussion with Alice Randall, browse for art, and more.

Maggie Smith moments that might make you spit out your tea

Smith died Friday at 89. Here are scenes from some of her most memorable roles throughout the years.

Maggie Smith, actress beloved by fans of Harry Potter and ‘Downton Abbey,’ has died

An Oscar winner in 1969 for "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie," Maggie Smith won new fans in the 21st century as Hogwarts professor Minerva McGonagall and the dowager Countess of Grantham.

NEW ENGLAND LITERARY NEWS

Trident at 40!, book designs, and Maine and New Hampshire festivals

All the best bookish news from around the region.

TV CRITIC'S CORNER

Ellen DeGeneres is back — twice, in fact

She has a standup special now on Netflix and the coming-out episode of her sitcom "Ellen" is a subject of CNN’s "TV on the Edge" docuseries.

‘Mamma Mia!’ still merits the exclamation mark

The new touring production at the Opera House will make audiences want to get up and dance.

CRITIC'S NOTEBOOK

Of candidates and the camera

Photographs matter less and less with presidential campaigns, except for when they matter more.