Christophe de Menil, Art Patron and Designer, Is Dead at 92

A Parisian-born oil heiress, she collected art and supported major artists, designed costumes and moved in rarefied social and cultural circles.

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How Lisa Laurén’s Artsy Childhood Inspires Her Sought-After Animal Heads

A sought-after textile artist applies a can-do spirit from her artsy childhood in a Swedish commune to creating animal costume heads for performers. They cost from $2,500 to $3,500.

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How Simona Rodano, the ‘Italian Fairy,’ Teaches Children to Sing

Simona Rodano barely has time to strap on her sparkly wings before she dashes around New York City, teaching children how to sing in Italian, French and Spanish.

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How Megan Hilty, a Tony Awards Best Actress Nominee, Spends Her Show Days

Ms. Hilty, who is nominated for her work in “Death Becomes Her,” runs from a breakfast date with her husband to red light therapy before a Friday night of singing and dancing on Broadway.

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How Nick Gaga, a Lady Gaga Impersonator, Spends Sundays

Nick Gaga, who performs at a monthly Gaga Ball, gets a late start on Sundays but then fills the day with wig-prepping, dance rehearsal and a little bit of “Charmed.”

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How Paul Tazewell, the Costume Designer for ‘Wicked,’ Spends His Sundays

Paul Tazewell, who was nominated for an Oscar for “Wicked,” makes time for yoga before a day of shopping, museums and dinner with friends.

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Phyllis Dalton, Oscar-Winning Costume Designer for Historical Epics, Dies at 99

A look back at some of her most celebrated works, including “Doctor Zhivago,” “The Princess Bride” and “Lawrence of Arabia.”

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150 Years of See and Be Seen at Paris’s Palais Garner Opera House

It’s been 150 years since the Palais Garnier opera house opened in Paris. Today, it is still a working theater — with 172 performances scheduled for this season.

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