Elizabeth Blair

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Actors Give Voice To Trump's Tweets

Sunday, April 02, 2017

As long as there have been national leaders, there have been court jesters. Whether skewering the boss on stage, on TV or now, on Twitter, it's a tradition satirists take seriously.

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Jo Lampert Takes On Joan Of Arc

Saturday, March 18, 2017

New York artist Jo Lampert just landed her first major role: Joan in David Byrne's new rock opera based on Joan of Arc. With her androgynous appearance and bluesy voice, Lampert seems like a good fit.

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From Striking Photos To Surprising Stained Glass, A Wide-Ranging Whitney Biennial

Saturday, March 18, 2017

There are 63 artists in this year's Biennial, including An-My Lê, whose photography touches on immigration, and Raúl de Nieves, who made a stained glass window with tape, paper, beads and more.

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Vietnamese American Photographer An-My Le Selected For Whitney Biennial

Thursday, March 16, 2017

Vietnamese American photographer An-My Le is one of 63 artists selected for this year's Whitney Biennial. Her new work was shot in Louisiana.

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'Priestess Of Polka Dots' Yayoi Kusama Gives Gallerygoers A Taste Of Infinity

Wednesday, March 01, 2017

The Japanese artist is known for her "infinity rooms," which have mirrored walls that make the space feel endless. Six of those rooms are now on display at the Hirshhorn Museum in Washington, D.C.

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New Play About 'Roe V. Wade' Is A Prism For Looking At The American Divide

Friday, January 27, 2017

Roe tells the stories of "Jane Roe" and the lawyer who argued her side of the case. Playwright Lisa Loomer says it may be a history play, but so much of what happens in it still happens today.

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How A Work Of Art Makes It Onto The Wall Of The White House

Monday, January 23, 2017

Former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy once said, "Everything in the White House must have a reason for being there." So we looked behind the scenes to learn how art is chosen for 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

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Trumps Wrap Up Inauguration Day At 3 Balls

Saturday, January 21, 2017

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump attended three inaugural balls last night after a busy day.

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President Trump, First Lady Attend Inaugural Balls

Friday, January 20, 2017

Several inaugural balls and celebrations took place across Washington, D.C., on Friday night. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump appeared at three of those celebrations.

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Residents, Businesses And Charities Urge The Trumps To Get To Know D.C.

Friday, January 20, 2017

Washington, D.C., is not just about government. It's a city with cultural and social scenes. The unofficial D.C. has been preparing for the Trump family's arrival.

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Clothes Don't Make A First Lady, But They Can Make A Statement

Monday, January 09, 2017

Michelle Obama is known for wearing affordable clothing, while Melania Trump is often seen in luxury brands. One critic describes Trump's look as polished and glamorous, but not very personal.

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Dreamworks' Movie 'Captain Underpants' Comes Out In 2017

Tuesday, January 03, 2017

The blockbuster kids' book Captain Underpants is coming to the big screen. Dreamworks hopes the film's got the same caliber of pranks and potty humor that turned the books into best-sellers.

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'Hidden Figures' No More: Meet The Black Women Who Helped Send America To Space

Friday, December 16, 2016

A new film tells the stories of three women who made incalculable contributions to the space program: engineer Mary Jackson, mathematician Katherine Johnson and NASA supervisor Dorothy Vaughan.

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Al Pacino, James Taylor And The Eagles Are Honored At The Kennedy Center

Monday, December 05, 2016

Actor Al Pacino, along with singers Mavis Staples and James Taylor, pianist Martha Argerich and The Eagles are recognized at the 39th Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday.

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Jeff Koons Gives France A Giant Bouquet Of Flowers, But It Comes With A Price

Friday, December 02, 2016

The work of art is meant to honor the victims of the November 2015 terrorist attacks. Construction is already underway on Bouquet of Tulips -- but not all Parisians are pleased with the gift.

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How Past Presidents Approached Time-Honored Tradition Of Political Satire

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

American humorists have a long history of satirizing its leaders. From essays to cartoons to TV, Presidents get poked at and most just take it because it comes with being the most powerful person in the country. President-elect Donald Trump appears to be having a hard time — even now that he has won — with Saturday Night Live.

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Is Donald Trump's Sun 'Cliché' Rising Or Setting On His New Website?

Monday, November 14, 2016

A photo of the sun on Trump's transition website looks as if it "could've been stolen from the Reagan campaign of 1984, how 'It's Morning in America again,'" said one brand expert.

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Composing An Otherworldly And Intimate Soundtrack To 'Arrival'

Sunday, November 13, 2016

Icelandic composer Johann Johannsson talks about how he scored the science fiction movie Arrival with inspiration from the movie's images.

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Beware The Hair: Trolls Hit The Big Screen — And Bring Scrapbooks With Them

Saturday, November 05, 2016

The movie Trolls features not just big hair but surprisingly great music — and a fair bit of scrapbooking. The film, by a veteran animation director, aims to balance feel-good fun with offbeat humor.

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The Real 'Hacksaw Ridge' Soldier Saved 75 Souls Without Ever Carrying A Gun

Friday, November 04, 2016

Conscientious objector Desmond Doss became a World War II hero during one of the bloodiest battles of the Pacific theater. Now he's the subject of a new film directed by Mel Gibson.

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