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“The Daily Show” host has written a memoir about growing up under apartheid.

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Hits included “This Masquerade,” “Love’s Got a Hold On Me,” “Delta Lady,” “A Song For You” and “Hummingbird”

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The timeliness of a production inspired by Gaye’s iconic 1971 protest song is eerie, especially given the results of the presidential election.

Who can resist a hero the likes of Superman?

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Dave Chappelle, ‘SNL’ give thoughtful coda to election

“Saturday Night Live” called on host Dave Chappelle’s wit and Kate McKinnon’s performance of “Hallelujah” for a thoughtful coda to a divisive presidential campaign.

Megyn Kelly: Trump tried to influence coverage with gifts

Megyn Kelly says Donald Trump tried unsuccessfully to give her gifts, including a free stay at one of his hotels, as part of what she called his pattern of trying to influence news coverage of his presidential campaign.

Bikers help Springsteen, stranded on the side of the road

Coming across Bruce Springsteen on a broken down motorcycle on the side of the road could probably be a lyric from one of his songs, but it really happened for a group of guys from New Jersey.

Monday, Nov. 14, 2016 | ‘Underfire: The Untold Story of Pfc. Tony Vaccaro’ airs on HBO.

Comedian Dave Chappelle made his hosting debut on "Saturday Night Live." Here are some of the highlights.

Washington had the chance to hear a remarkable but still developing performer.

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Arena Stage revives a Rodgers and Hammerstein classic filled with gorgeous sound.

In immersive experience, Word Dance Theater brings audiences, dancers face to face.

A diverting “Daughter of the Regiment” features Lawrence Brownlee — and an emotional cameo.

She was the matriarch of a show-business family spanning three generations.

The debonair, Oscar-nominated actor also earned a PhD as a scholar of the McCarthy-era Red Scare.

Five current shows highlight works on, and made with, the most common of materials.

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“The Daily Show” host has written a memoir about growing up under apartheid.

A Walters Art Museum exhibition explores the sensuous side of art.

Strathmore’s season-long fest examines the American art form from the Delta to the city and beyond.

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Amid arguments about authorship and power dynamics, some recent films show how writing across difference can work.

Vishavjit Singh fights hate speech with his Captain America character — and his contribution to a new Smithsonian exhibit.

Sci-fi thriller about human-alien communication hinges on the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis.

Marin Alsop and the Baltimore Symphony bring rational thinking to music’s dark soul.

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Weekend of Nov. 12-13, 2016 | ‘The Killing Season’ premieres. ‘Masters of Sex’ finale.

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