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You know Saul Bass, even if you've never heard of him

Saul Bass had a huge role in modern design. Today's Google doodle pays homage to some of his work, but it only scratches the surface. The man, who would have turned 93 on Wednesday, created some of Hollywood's most iconic opening credits and corporate America's most recognizable logos.
The 25 best movie musicals of all time

The American Film Institute picks the best song-and-dance stories ever put on film.
Charlie Chaplin: 10 quotes on his birthday

Read these 10 quotes by Charlie Chaplin, the silent-movie icon most famously known for his character with the toothbrush mustache, bowler hat, bamboo cane, and funny walk.
14 acting legends over 70

Some say Hollywood may be ageist, with careers fizzling for most after they become senior citizens, but these actors and actresses buck that trend. Check out our list of 14 actors over 70 who haven't lost their touch.
The 25 best musicians of the Rock era

Who took the top slots for the best artists in the Rock-and-Roll era? Check out the full list.

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Obama: Carole King concert at White House

Obama: Carole King will be presented the Gershwin Prize by President Obama during a White House concert. In addition to Carole King, the concert will include Gloria Estefan, Billy Joel, Jesse McCartney, Emeli Sandé, James Taylor, and Trisha Yearwood.
You know Saul Bass, even if you've never heard of him

Saul Bass had a huge role in modern design. Today's Google doodle pays homage to some of his work, but it only scratches the surface. The man, who would have turned 93 on Wednesday, created some of Hollywood's most iconic opening credits and corporate America's most recognizable logos.
Tony nominations: 'Kinky Boots,' 'Matilda' lead the pack

The musicals 'Kinky Boots' and 'Matilda' earned the most Tony nominations, with 'Boots' scoring 13 and 'Matilda' earning 12. Film star Tom Hanks earned a Tony nomination for his work on the play 'Lucky Guy.'
The 25 best movie musicals of all time

The American Film Institute picks the best song-and-dance stories ever put on film.
Chapter & Verse World Book Night: the most popular books and which Broadway show is getting involved

World Book Night, the celebration of reading which includes the distribution of free books, has arrived.
Rebel Wilson of 'Perfect Pitch' hosts MTV Movie Awards (+video)

Rebel Wilson was the comedic host of the MTV Movie Awards Sunday. Rebel Wilson also won two awards for her performance in 'Perfect Pitch.'
Chapter & Verse 'Matilda: The Musical' wins raves for its Broadway opening

The musical adaptation of the Roald Dahl novel has been called 'the most satisfying musical to come out of Britain' and 'the best musical since "The Lion King."'
Paul McCartney richest musician in Britain

Paul McCartney richest musician in the United Kingdom, says new Rich List. Paul McCartney has been the richest musician on the Sunday Times list for the past 24 years.
Charlie Chaplin: 10 quotes on his birthday

Read these 10 quotes by Charlie Chaplin, the silent-movie icon most famously known for his character with the toothbrush mustache, bowler hat, bamboo cane, and funny walk.
Culture Cafe 'Oz the Great and Powerful' takes a gamble with a beloved story (+video)

'Oz the Great and Powerful' stars James Franco as the famous Wizard and Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, and Michelle Williams as a trio of familiar witches.
Culture Cafe Seth MacFarlane: The reviews of his performance and the moments we actually liked

Seth MacFarlane served as Oscar host for the first time for the 2013 ceremony. Reviews were decidedly mixed, but some of the moments from Seth MacFarlane were actually enjoyable.
Valentine's Day: One of Broadway's most famous romances, 'The Phantom of the Opera,' celebrates its 25th year

As Valentine's Day arrives, one of the theater's most famous love stories is celebrating its twenty-fifth birthday. 'Phantom' opened on Broadway a few weeks before Valentine's Day in 1988.
'Smash' revamps its story and characters for its second season

'Smash,' having weathered complaints about some characters like evil assistant Ellis and boring story lines like the family drama of a Broadway lyricist, has made some changes for its new season. 'Smash' airs on NBC.
'30 Rock' series finale: What happened to Liz Lemon and co.?

'30 Rock' aired the last episode of its seventh and final season last night. Where did the characters of '30 Rock' end up?
14 acting legends over 70

Some say Hollywood may be ageist, with careers fizzling for most after they become senior citizens, but these actors and actresses buck that trend. Check out our list of 14 actors over 70 who haven't lost their touch.
Chapter & Verse 'Tuck Everlasting' is adapted into a musical

'Tuck Everlasting' will premiere in Boston in July, directed by one of the Tony-winning directors of 'The Book of Mormon.'
The 25 best musicians of the Rock era

Who took the top slots for the best artists in the Rock-and-Roll era? Check out the full list.
Golden Globes: 8 book adaptations that won

Book adaptations did very well at this year's Golden Globe awards – one of the US's most prestigious award ceremonies.
'Lincoln,' 'Argo' face off in Golden Globes hosted by Tina Fey, Amy Poehler

The Golden Globe Awards' top honor, best movie drama, could go to either 'Lincoln' or 'Argo' Sunday. Hosted by comedians Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, the award show is sure to be a raucous star-studded evening.
Lincoln leads in British 'Oscars' nominations, Spielberg snubbed

'Lincoln,' starring Daniel Day-Lewis, got 10 BAFTA nominations, the British version of the Academy Awards. 'Les Miserables' and 'Life of Pi' followed with nine BAFTA nominations each, while the latest James Bond film, "Skyfall", garnered eight.
Elvis Presley play too racy for Utah? Not anymore.

Elvis play too racy? The Utah school district that banned the Elvis Presley play, 'All Shook Up,' reversed its decision Thursday.
Elvis Presley musical banned in Utah for being 'sexually explicit'

A Utah school district has banned a high school from performing 'All Shook Up,' an Elvis Presley musical. In 2013, Elvis Presley returns to the list of music deemed worthy of parental censorship.
Patti Page: A vocalist with enduring appeal (+video)

Patti Page had many big hits, but the biggest was 'Tennessee Waltz,' which made Patti Page the best-selling singer of the 1950s. Patti Page had a career that spanned decades and multiple genres, including country, pop, and R&B.
A Week 17 NFL quiz

The NFL’s regular season ended Sunday with one coach, Indianapolis’s Chuck Pagano, making a triumphant and inspiring return to the sidelines after months of cancer treatments. Meanwhile a handful of coaches were about to receive pink slips (Philadelphia’s Andy Reid, Kansas City’s Romeo Crennel, Cleveland’s Pat Shurmur, and Buffalo’s Chan Gailey were gone by Monday morning, and others seemed sure to follow). Amid the musical chairs to make the playoffs, Minnesota’s Adrian Peterson came up just nine yards shy of his quest to overtake Eric Dickerson’s single-season rushing record of 2,105 yards. His 199 yards, however, helped the Vikings land a playoff berth. The Redskins also were carried to the playoffs by a running back, rookie Alfred Morris, a little-known sixth-round draft pick out of Florida Atlantic, who gained a team record 200 yards in Washington’s win-or-go-home 28-18 victory over Dallas. To test your knowledge of Week 17 NFL developments, take this 12-question quiz.
Culture Cafe 'Les Misérables': Why musical-haters will like it

'Les Misérables' has appealed to a lot of critics and has already racked up awards nominations, but it can also win over those who wouldn't be caught dead at a musical.