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115 stories by "Julia Jacobs"

Kennedy Center Works to Make the Case That Repairs Are Urgent by Julia Jacobs and Zach Montague

In Washington and in federal court, the center is arguing that its planned two-year closure is crucial. Critics say it’s a result of declining attendance and fleeing artists.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:40pm on April 28, 2026[SHARE]

New York City Ballet Pulls Out of Kennedy Center Performances by Adam Nagourney and Julia Jacobs

The decision by the company, one of the most prestigious in the country, is the latest in a wave of high-profile cancellations at the center.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:55pm on March 27, 2026[SHARE]

Trump Defends Need for Kennedy Center Renovation Project by Julia Jacobs

Ahead of a vote on whether to close the center for two years of construction, the president criticized its previous financial management and physical condition.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:06pm on March 16, 2026[SHARE]

San Francisco Ballet Pulls Out of Kennedy Center Performances by Julia Jacobs

The ballet company, one of the country's most prestigious, had been under pressure to cancel its shows amid President Trump's takeover of the performing arts center.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:40pm on February 28, 2026[SHARE]

Sex With a Stranger: How Actors Do It Onstage by Julia Jacobs

The experimental play "Good Sex" lets audiences in on the process, while giving its performers an unusual acting challenge.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:36am on November 7, 2025[SHARE]

Mark Morris Accused in Lawsuit of Mistreating Black Company Members by Julia Jacobs

A former dancer with the company accused Mr. Morris, the prominent choreographer, of discrimination. He denied the claims.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 1:56pm on October 23, 2025[SHARE]

Kennedy Center's New Dance Director Criticized 'Woke' Ballet Culture by Julia Jacobs

Stephen Nakagawa, a former dancer with the Washington Ballet, wrote a letter to the leader of the arts center complaining about "radical leftist ideologies in ballet."

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:41pm on August 25, 2025[SHARE]

Kennedy Center Fires Dance Director After Questions About Programming by Julia Jacobs

The president of the arts center cited the TV show "So You Think You Can Dance" as the type of programming that could be more broadly appealing to audiences.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:53pm on August 22, 2025[SHARE]

From Hasidic Brooklyn to Off Broadway: The Life of a Trans Rabbi by Julia Jacobs

After disavowing her strict religious upbringing, Abby Stein came out as transgender. She is now the subject of a new play by New York Theater Workshop.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:32am on April 2, 2025[SHARE]

Jay-Z's Big Tonys Duet With Alicia Keys Was Pretaped by Julia Jacobs and Michael Paulson

The two stars brought down the house with "Empire State of Mind," their 2009 love song to New York City, which they had recorded earlier on a grand marble staircase outside the auditorium.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:48pm on June 17, 2024[SHARE]

Why Jay-Z's Big Tonys Duet With Alicia Keys Was Offstage by Julia Jacobs and Michael Paulson

The two stars brought down the house with "Empire State of Mind," their 2009 love song to New York City, which they performed on a grand marble staircase outside the auditorium.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 1:02pm on June 17, 2024[SHARE]

Sarah Paulson Wins Her First Tony for Best Actress in a Play by Julia Jacobs

In the searing family drama "Appropriate," Paulson plays an elder sister intent on protecting her father's legacy.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:36pm on June 16, 2024[SHARE]

Tony nominees speak to the shows that shaped them by Michael Paulson and Julia Jacobs / The New York Times

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 10:16am on June 14, 2024[SHARE]

This Year's Tony Nominees in Portraits by Dana Scruggs, Michael Paulson, Julia Jacobs, Jolie Ruben and Amanda Webster

The Tony Awards are Sunday. Each year we photograph nominated performers and talk to them about their craft. This time, we asked about early theater memories.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:32am on June 13, 2024[SHARE]

Sarah Paulson Dares to Play the People You Love to Hate by Julia Jacobs

The actress has received a Tony nomination for "Appropriate," in which she portrays a woman who makes a sport out of verbally eviscerating her family members.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:12am on May 13, 2024[SHARE]

Leslie Odom Jr. on Tony Nomination for 'Purlie Victorious' by Julia Jacobs

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:02am on May 2, 2024[SHARE]

Sarah Paulson on Her First Tony Nomination for 'Appropriate' by Julia Jacobs

The actress, who has portrayed famous public figures and even a pair of conjoined twins, says her current role on Broadway has been the most challenging.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:06pm on April 30, 2024[SHARE]

Michael Stuhlbarg Is Attacked in Central Park Before 'Patriots' Debut by Julia Jacobs

The actor was walking on the Upper East Side on Sunday when a man threw a rock at him, striking the back of his neck, the police said. He is set to appear on Broadway on Monday evening.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:02pm on April 1, 2024[SHARE]

Leading Museums Remove Native Displays Amid New Federal Rules by Julia Jacobs and Zachary Small

The American Museum of Natural History is closing two major halls as museums around the nation respond to updated policies from the Biden administration.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 9:00am on January 26, 2024[SHARE]

A Columbus Letter Beloved by Thieves and Forgers Hits the Market by Julia Jacobs

A rare pamphlet about Christopher Columbus's first voyage is on sale at Christie's, which said it had taken pains to ensure this one wasn't forged or stolen.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:47am on October 19, 2023[SHARE]

At City Ballet's 75th Birthday Bash, a Mingling of Old and New by Julia Jacobs

Stars like Suzanne Farrell and Edward Villella celebrated alongside dancers of today, many born years after the death of George Balanchine, the company's revered founder.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:49am on September 19, 2023[SHARE]

Aubrey Plaza Has Found Her Scene Partner by Julia Jacobs

For her stage debut in "Danny and the Deep Blue Sea," the "White Lotus" actress is joining forces with Christopher Abbott. "We're both unafraid to be ugly and weird and strange," he said.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:07am on September 13, 2023[SHARE]

Lea Michele Ends 'Funny Girl' Run on Broadway by Julia Jacobs

The Broadway revival saw an immediate change in its fortunes when the actress stepped into the production last September.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 9:25pm on September 3, 2023[SHARE]

Stage Employee Union Reaches Tentative Deal by Julia Jacobs

The agreement would cover a subset of workers, including about 1,500 stagehands, hairdressers and other crew members on Broadway and in touring productions.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:13pm on July 20, 2023[SHARE]

A Revival of 'The Who's Tommy' Seeks a New Generation of Followers by Julia Jacobs

In staging the storied rock opera in Chicago, its creators argue that the show's exploration of celebrity worship and childhood trauma is more relevant than ever.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:25pm on July 12, 2023[SHARE]
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