Ben Brantley Steps Down as Chief Theater Critic of The New York Times
Ben Brantley, who has served as The New York Times' chief theater critic since 1996, has announced he is stepping down from his position. His last day will be on October 15. Brantley is currently one of two co-chief theater critics; Jesse Green will remain as chief theater critic. "The end of an era," wrote New York Times theater reporter Michael Paulson on Twitter, and added, "The New York Times culture edito…