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53+ min ago (654+ words) The great playwright discovered his Jewishness late in life " and the impact was huge To describe being Jewish on both sides of one's family as "the full catastrophe, one needs to be Jewish. This is one of the funniest lines in Tom Stoppard's final, ultimately tragic play Leopoldstadt. It is a line that a non-Jew would not be able to say or write because they would simply not see the funny side of having thousands of years of persecution inherited like a compulsory heirloom. So if it is ever necessary to answer the question: How Jewish was Tom Stoppard, who died last weekend aged 88? That line provides a clear answer. Very. Up until then he had known that his father Eugen Straussler, a doctor who worked for a manufacturer and was killed during a bombing raid during the war, was…...

1+ hour, 24+ min ago (325+ words) Pitching its inviting blue tent over a stretch of Lincoln Center Plaza each holiday season, this is a circus with tricksy dogs rather than elephants and plenty of acrobats and derring-do. It's such family-friendly entertainment that a child under age 2 seated in the lap of a ticket holder doesn't need a ticket. (Through Jan. 4, Damrosch Park) Jinkx Monsoon, familiar most recently to Broadway audiences for playing the title character in Cole Escola's "Oh, Mary!," makes an annual habit of teaming up with her close pal and fellow "RuPaul's Drag Race" alum BenDeLaCreme for a new version of this singing, dancing, seasonal comedy, which they write afresh each year. (Dec. 4, Kings Theater) The Ghost of Christmas Future comes into play in this new show from Justin Vivian Bond, the rare MacArthur Fellow who is also a cabaret artist. "I've always thought…...

5+ hour, 26+ min ago (1171+ words) A baby and his family dog sit across from each other in a podcast studio. "Welcome to the talking baby podcast," says the infant, wearing headphones and sounding like a deep-voiced radio broadcaster. "On today's episode, we'll be talking to the weird-looking person who lives at my house." So begins a series of humorous interactions between two characters animated by artificial intelligence that's attracted millions of views on social media. They're a nod to the 1989 movie "Look Who's Talking" but produced in a matter of hours and without a multimillion-dollar Hollywood budget. AI helped do all of that, but it didn't craft the punch lines. It's a relief to comedian Jon Lajoie, who made the videos, that AI chatbots just aren't "inherently funny." "It can't write comedy," said Lajoie. "It can't do any of that." For now, at least, they…...

6+ hour, 59+ min ago (42+ words) As a new way to celebrate with her friends, the Emmy-nominated star hosted a "Shrek"-themed costume party and more. Leslie Caudill Turner, Turner's wife of 25 years, suddenly scrubbed her online ... Community Theatre of Terre Haute Presents a Holiday Classic...

7+ hour, 7+ min ago (299+ words) The England defender's role comes with a catch NEWCASTLE ace Dan Burn has landed a role in his hometown pantomime production this Christmas. Burn, 33, will make a cameo appearance in the Phoenix Theatre's production of Aladdin as the voice of the Genie in Blyth, Northumberland. The defender will not actually be on stage during the pantomime. Instead, the England international's role will be pre-recorded given Newcastle's busy holiday schedule. The Phoenix Theatre confirmed the news on social media ahead of the scheduled performances from December 6 to December 28. The announcement read: "The secret's out. NEWCASTLE 2 SPURS 2 Cristian Romero scores late overhead kick after controversial penalty Even Arsenal fans fume as Newcastle given controversial penalty vs Spurs "Blyth's very own Dan Burn is the voice of the Genie in Aladdin at The Phoenix Theatre this'Christmas. "Get ready for wishes, laughter, and a…...

7+ hour, 34+ min ago (790+ words) This has all the makings of a hugely-successful multimedia IP IO Interactive has had some big things to celebrate this fall, including the 25th anniversary of its "Hitman" franchise. This wild and weird FPS is easily one of the year's best games. CD Projekt RED confirms The Witcher 4, 5, and 6 will be released over a 6-year period, promising shorter development cycles ahead. Unless these games are bite-sized, it's a disaster waiting to happen or a major over-promise. Based on the tech demo they showed off, to get anything near that fidelity, and assuming the world is larger, no way they're cranking out 3 games in 6 years, unless they have some super AI doing a ton of work. mods literally solve all of that, thats why skyrim sold so well for god knows how many years. You can choose to add content, change the…...

8+ hour, 24+ min ago (963+ words) It comes after Peter addressed his own health and weight loss PETER Kay has shared a sad health update on his comedian pal Sir Billy Connolly amid his battle with Parkinson's Disease. The Phoenix Nights star, who recently opened up on his own wellbeing issues in a rare interview, has shed light on Billy's condition after the Scot was seen walking with a stick at an event last month. Billy, 83, was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2013 and moved from New York to Florida shortly afterwards, after doctors advising him to live in a warmer climate. In conversation with Sarah Cox at an event held at Salford's Lyric Theatre, Max and Paddy alum Peter, 52, said: "I still keep in touch with Billy Connolly now and he's not so good now, but he would still message and that. "I think a lot of…...

8+ hour, 32+ min ago (394+ words) But now, a big change is coming for fans who rely on Netflix for their rewatches. In a recent development, it has been announced that Netflix will remove these shows by the end of this month. It feels like a gentle reminder that even the stories we keep returning to sometimes move away. Netflix has officially confirmed that Friends will leave the platform on 30 December 2025, as per The Telegraph. The Big Bang Theory will also exit the same day, and How I Met Your Mother is expected to follow soon afterward. The update has left many viewers disappointed, especially those who revisit these shows regularly for their feel-good nostalgia and comforting humor. These sitcoms have remained among the most-streamed shows for years because their characters feel relatable and their humor stays fresh no matter how often you watch them. Friends…...

9+ hour, 22+ min ago (143+ words) " Saturday Night Live " SNL (@nbcsnl) October 11, 2025 50 years ago today, Simon and Garfunkel reunited on Saturday Night Live. It was the first time in 3 years since they performed together on what was only the second episode of SNL. " Danny Deraney (@DannyDeraney) October 18, 2025 " Huey K. Bridgeforth (@hkb73) August 7, 2025 Fifty years later, it remains one of television's most enduring giants, still drawing powerful lineups even as its tone continues to divide viewers. The argument goes on, and the show keeps standing, carried not by perfect comedy but by the endless parade of people willing to step into the spotlight and let the world laugh at them for a moment. Must Read: IT: Welcome to Derry " Why Is The Shining's Dick Hallorann Featuring In The Prequel? The Surprise Stephen King Link Fans Are Losing It Over...

9+ hour, 49+ min ago (725+ words) Comedian and actor Tracy Morgan, 57, has found great joy in giving back, recently donating over $200,000 to the Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation to support vulnerable households. This significant contribution helped feed 19,000 families, as Morgan exclusively shared with People while promoting his new Paramount+ sitcom, Crutch. "It's fun to get the love and support, but it's better when you give it back," he said, reflecting on his career. "That's what I want to teach my children. More than a great education, I just want [Maven] and her brothers to be empathic." The former Saturday Night Live star's current priorities are centered on giving back and his family. Morgan emphasized this focus, stating, "At this point in my life, spending [time] with my children. That's it. I don't care about nothing else in this world." READ ALSO: Tracy Morgan reveals what caused his…...