In these Light Comments About Interesting Art, we see how the pure heart of a lowly brother calls to celestial beings who gladly do his work.

This provocative film takes a scientific look at what happens when the lights go out.

Though she only ‘died’ on the table for a matter of seconds, the NDE lasted long and she had a ‘life review.’

The right kind of music has been proven to alleviate stress and scientists have used it to heal a young girl’s brain.

M.K. “Kathy” McDaniel had about a 38 percent chance of surviving.

What if our thoughts or observations could change the way something moves? Imagine if your consciousness could change the outcome of events.

This story shows how a meek scientist took a stand for the truth.

The most celebrated painterly moon compositions are three works by the Romantic artist Caspar David Friedrich.

“Join me at the piano,” says concert pianist Hyperion Knight for a free, online course on classical music through Hillsdale College.

In this installment of ‘A Modern Look at Opera,” we see how a man sells his soul to the devil.

Second chances may or may not be in the cards for sexagenarians in this off-Broadway play.

Author Batya Ungar-Sargon believes there is a growing class divide between service and knowledge workers.

Director Kon Ichikawa gives a beautiful cinematic celebration of our shared humanity.

Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt provide tremendous romcom chemistry and hilarious comedic timing in “The Fall Guy,” 2024’s first genuine summer blockbuster.

Filmmaker Jerry Seinfeld delivers a passable satire that should have been better.

Fourteen-year-old painter Lin Yu Hsuan’s inspiring art shows wisdom that belies her age.

Introducing Taiwanese artist Shi-Ju Chiang’s award-winning work.

Figure and portrait painter Alessandra Marrucchi shares her passion for creating realist art.

Studies over the last two years indicate a rise in popularity of the classical genre and a cultural shift towards more interest in traditional music.

How did the soulful character of Russian music, distinguishable from other European nations, evolve?

Set against Nashville’s vibrant music scene, this collaborative novel is a gripping tale of secrets, ambition, and the pursuit of a dream at all costs.

Mahler’s ‘Resurrection’ Symphony is the musical equivalent of ‘Hamlet.’ What led to its creation?

Considered one of the greatest pianists of all time, Sviatoslav Richter managed to avoid Soviet persecution despite performing some daring pieces.

Lee Greenwood’s surprise single release became a classic American anthem and a unifying symbol of patriotism.

Timothy Olmsted’s lifelong dedication to music made him one of the country’s earliest influential musicians.

Examining the political feud that led to the near-death of Rome’s Republic.

The idyllic seasons offered in late spring through fall are the perfect time for a countryside history lesson.

In ‘This Week in History,’ a German composer brought a grand vision to New York City and left a lasting legacy for American music.

The failures of this explorer paved the way for the successes of those who followed.

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a tinkerer whose interest in the stars led him to build the first American telescope company.