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29 stories by "Andrew Limbong"

Artists cancel Kennedy Center performances after Trump adds his name to the building by Andrew Limbong

After President Trump added his name to the Kennedy Center, artists have been canceling their performances in protest, putting a damper on holiday events, including the New Year's Eve celebr…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 9:02am on December 31, 2025[SHARE]

President Trump to add his own name to the Kennedy Center by Andrew Limbong

The arts institution will be called the Trump-Kennedy Center. The president's press secretary said it comes after a unanimous vote by the center's board, which Trump took over earlier this y…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:12pm on December 18, 2025[SHARE]

Ballet star Misty Copeland says farewell to the stage by Andrew Limbong

Misty Copeland was the first Black principal dancer at the prestigious American Ballet Theatre.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 5:31pm on October 23, 2025[SHARE]

Kennedy Center terminates dance programming team by Andrew Limbong

This is the latest shakeup since Trump took over the cultural center. "We will have an exciting announcement about the new direction for Dance programming soon," said a Kennedy Center spokes…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 7:12pm on August 21, 2025[SHARE]

'Hamilton' cancels planned Kennedy Center performances by Andrew Limbong

The hit musical joins a number of other productions and acts that have pulled out of appearances at the Kennedy Center since President Trump took over the storied venue last month.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:03am on March 7, 2025[SHARE]

Billy Crystal, Paris Hilton, other celebrities share LA fire experiences, resources by Andrew Limbong

The California wildfires are burning in the middle of what's usually a busy awards season in Hollywood, home to many celebrities.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 2:36pm on January 9, 2025[SHARE]

Tap dancing star and choreographer Maurice Hines dies at 80 by Andrew Limbong

Maurice Hines, dancer and choreographer " and evangelist for the art of tap dancing " died Friday at age 80. Hines and his brother, the famed Gregory Hines, helped keep tap in the public eye.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:06pm on January 4, 2024[SHARE]

Taylor Swift Eras Tour Concert Film arrives a day early as reviews come in by Andrew Limbong

In an Instagram post, the pop star announced that her highly anticipated concert film will be released today, earlier than expected.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 3:19pm on October 12, 2023[SHARE]

Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter,' dies at 82 by Andrew Limbong

Gambon was best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the Harry Potter movies. The Irish-born actor got his start on stage and worked under Laurence Olivier.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:25pm on September 28, 2023[SHARE]

For playwright Suzan-Lori Parks, theater doesn't just reflect reality " it creates it by Andrew Limbong

With a revival of her Pulitzer-winning play Topdog/Underdog on Broadway, and her new show about COVID off-Broadway, the acclaimed playwright is still learning new things about herself.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:42am on November 26, 2022[SHARE]

Actor and comedian Leslie Jordan dead at 67 by Andrew Limbong

The Will & Grace actor died following a car crash this morning. Jordan's fame was on the rise as a social media star.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 7:19pm on October 24, 2022[SHARE]

Working in theater is a grind. But it doesn't have to be by Andrew Limbong

The hours are long and the pay isn't great. But one theater in Baltimore is trying to rethink its labor practices to make theater a better workplace.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 5:49am on October 5, 2022[SHARE]

Coroner rules Anne Heche's death an accident by Andrew Limbong

According to the the LA County Coroner's report, the cause was inhalation and thermal injuries. The actor died on Sunday, after she crashed her car earlier this month.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:24pm on August 19, 2022[SHARE]

Keep screwing up egg fried rice. It makes Uncle Roger happy by Andrew Limbong

The YouTube hit is the brainchild of stand up comic Nigel Ng, who's in the middle of a world tour. But can he stand out beyond his character?

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:06pm on April 19, 2022[SHARE]

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried has died by Andrew Limbong

According to a post on his verified Twitter feed, he died following a long illness. He was 67.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 7:18pm on April 12, 2022[SHARE]

These hair and makeup workers want to unionize. Their case could have a big impact by Andrew Limbong

Hair and makeup workers at the Atlanta Opera want to collectively bargain. But the opera is arguing that the workers are independent contractors, and not employees.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 1:33pm on February 24, 2022[SHARE]

Atlanta Opera union fight could set independent contractor precedent by Andrew Limbong

Hair and makeup workers at the Atlanta Opera are looking to join a union. But the opera is arguing that the workers are independent contractors, and not employees.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:24pm on February 21, 2022[SHARE]

One Of The Biggest Live Music Companies Will Require Full Vaccination by Andrew Limbong

AEG Presents is behind such iconic venues as Webster Hall and The Roxy, as well as the Coachella Music and Arts Festival. The policy starts Oct. 1.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 8:18am on August 13, 2021[SHARE]

Pervis Staples, Founding Member Of The Staple Singers, Dies At Age 85 by Andrew Limbong

Staples, a tenor vocalist, helped to ease his family's iconic gospel group into secular territory, and later found success as a manager and club owner.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:33pm on May 13, 2021[SHARE]

Shuttered Venue Grants Are Coming In April, After A Long Wait by Andrew Limbong

The live music industry breathed a sigh of relief when Congress passed a $15 billion grant program for struggling venues. But owners still face uncertainty and delays.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:36am on March 13, 2021[SHARE]

Broadway's Reopening Is Pushed Back Again by Andrew Limbong

The Broadway League has announced an extension of closures related to COVID-19 to May.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 2:48pm on October 9, 2020[SHARE]

Independent Venues Face Bleak Future Without Aid by Andrew Limbong

Small music venues in the US are looking for a lifeline " and a new bill in Congress called the Restart Act might be it. Advocates say the future of independent clubs relies on government re…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:42pm on July 21, 2020[SHARE]

Tony Award-Winning Actor Brian Dennehy Has Died At The Age Of 81 by Andrew Limbong

Two-time Tony Award winner Brian Dennehy was a towering figure on stage - artistically and physically. He died yesterday of a non-COVID-related heart attack in a Connecticut hospital.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:36am on April 17, 2020[SHARE]

New Musical Imagines Michael Jackson's Story As Told By His Famous Glove by Andrew Limbong

For the Love of a Glove explores an alternate history in which Michael Jackson meets a sparkly silver glove from outer space named Thrihil-Lha who gives Michael his talents in exchange for b…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:06pm on March 2, 2020[SHARE]

New Faces Emerge At The World's Biggest Comedy Festival by Andrew Limbong

At Just For Laughs in Montreal, a series of events showcase up-and-coming talent " and has a history of giving comics their first big break. Here are 10 top performers from this year.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 4:54pm on July 30, 2019[SHARE]
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