Maya Phillips: ‘I Absolutely Believe in Criticism’
The New York Times’ newest critic at large thinks about culture both broadly and personally, and strives to deliver dialogue, not a verdict.
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Ben Brantley: A Critic Is a Mirror, Not a Shaper
The Times’ lead critic looks back on a fertile period in the field and reflects on the role he played in it.
The New York Times Announces ‘Offstage: Opening Night’
The virtual event will celebrate the 2019-20 Broadway season with performances and discussions from artists and reporters.
Three on the Aisle: Can We Call Someone Pretty?
On this week’s podcast, the critics discuss when it’s appropriate to discuss an actor’s appearance in a review, plus they battle over ‘Be More Chill.’
Who Will Critique the Critics?
The New York Times’ new 25-best-plays list shows there are plenty of great plays to argue about. Where are the arguers?
Gay Theatre Gets Hammered by the Canon, Again
The NY Times’ recent ‘Brief History of Gay Theatre’ was not so brief. So how did it manage to leave out so much gay history that wasn’t white and male?
Jesse Green Is Looking for a Good Argument
Why did The New York Times hire another white guy to be their new co-chief theatre critic? He plans to work hard to show us why.
Offscript: Finding Art After War With Maurice Decaul
On this week’s podcast, we welcome playwright and former Marine Maurice Decaul to talk about why it’s important to tell war stories. Then the editors discuss the recent New York Times ‘Big River’ controversy.
Does Race Have a Place in Theatre Criticism?
What the blow-up over a Times review of ‘Big River’ says about this cultural moment—and what it may bode for the direction of criticism.
Critic Charles Isherwood Leaves NY Times
Originally hired in 2004, Isherwood had outsized influence and aroused passionate feelings, occasionally his own.
