Topic: Steve Martin

Banjos back on center stage

From Steve Martin to Grammy-winning group Mumford & Sons, banjos are suddenly everywhere in music, and its popularity is diversifying the instrument's image.

Chapter & Verse Martin Short will publish memoir in fall 2014

The book by Short, who appeared on the comedy TV shows 'SCTV' and 'Saturday Night Live,' will focus on his career in TV, movies, and the stage.

Top Picks: A Mel Brooks special on PBS, Mr. Money Mustache's blog on consuming less, and more

'The Invisible War' documents sexual assault in the military, singer Edie Brickell returns with an album featuring collaborations with Steve Martin, and more top picks.

Difference Maker Bryan Hoddle helps wounded vets run – and dream – again

He's more than a track coach: He's a counselor and a friend, listening to a life story.

Modern Parenthood Joan Rivers and April Fools: Teach your kids the difference between funny and hurtful

Joan Rivers has never taken it easy on Adele and recently poked at the Oscar-award winning star for her weight. For our kids, knowing the difference between a mean barb and harmless April Fools' Day joke can be difficult without guidance. 

Modern Parenthood Facebook exec Sheryl Sandberg: Will her 'Lean In' reignite Mommy wars?

Facebook exec Sheryl Sandberg: We love to make heroes out of women who succeed in traditionally male-dominated roles and then be catty about their success as we claw out the eyes that were on the prize. Chill on the Mommy wars.

Culture Cafe Thanksgiving: Pop culture's forgotten holiday (sort of)

Sure, Halloween and the winter holidays get all the movies and songs. But Thanksgiving has gotten a few famous places in pop culture, from the Peanuts to Steve Martin trying to get home.

Nora Ephron: Hollywood trailblazer of romantic comedies for smart women

Nora Ephron was a rare woman writing and directing in the male-dominated industry of filmmaking. Nora Ephron wrote romantic comedies for smart women, about smart women.

ACM Awards: Taylor Swift wins (again) for her music and her charity work (+video)

ACM Awards: Taylor Swift was relatively subdued after fans voted her the Academy of Country (ACM) Awards Entertainer of the Year. On Saturday, Michelle Obama awarded Taylor Swift The Big Help Award for her charity work.

Legendary musician Earl Scruggs remembered for revolutionary banjo playing style

Earl Scruggs partnered with some of the greatest musicians in bluegrass and country music throughout his career to create indelible memories.

Philip Roth: 10 quotes on his birthday

10 quotes on Philip Roth's 79th birthday.

Steve Martin tweets 10 funniest tweets not tweeted by Steve Martin

Steve Martin has gone social media on us, writing a book about Twitter. There are serious things to say about that ... but also 10 really funny tweets he collected. 

Culture Cafe 'The Muppets' co-writer Nick Stoller discusses the Kermit-Piggy relationship and more

'The Muppets' co-writer Nick Stoller on why he thinks Beaker is the funniest Muppet and how the movie blends American and British humor
12/02/2011 02:38 pm

Bestselling books the week of 12/1/11, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
11/30/2011 12:18 pm

Steve Martin, Owen Wilson, and Jack Black star in 'The Big Year': movie review

The new bromantic comedy 'The Big Year,' starring Steve Martin, Owen Wilson, and Jack Black, about bird-watching doesn't go far enough in portraying the passion of the hobby.
10/14/2011 12:43 pm

Culture Cafe Fall 2011 movie preview

The 2011 Fall Movie Season is here, and we have your guide to all the films keeping you warm at the theater, complete with images, release dates, and our recommendations!
09/12/2011 04:23 pm

Fireworks on Independence Day: How to see them on the Mall (you should)

Every American should do this once in their lifetime: Brave the heat and the crowds and spend Independence Day on the National Mall. The fireworks and the National Symphony are worth it.
07/01/2011 07:35 pm

Top Picks: 4th of July on PBS, letters to Harry Potter, jazz masters, and more

PBS presents their annual "A Capitol Fourth" concert, Harry Potter's fan mail, Sony celebrates 40 years of jazz, and more recommendations.
06/30/2011 02:22 pm

James Franco and Anne Hathaway: Why are they hosting the Oscars?

James Franco and Anne Hathaway are the youngest to have hosted the Oscars. The choice has people guessing: Why were Franco and Hathaway chosen to host the 83rd annual Academy Awards? And why two hosts?
02/25/2011 04:31 pm

In Pictures Oscar hosts

Bestselling books the week of 2/24/11, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
02/23/2011 04:10 pm

Bestselling books the week of 2/17/11, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
02/15/2011 04:43 pm

Bestselling books the week of Feb. 10, 2011, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
02/08/2011 03:52 pm

Bestselling books the week of Feb. 3, 2011, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
02/01/2011 03:57 pm

Bestselling books the week of 1/27/11, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
01/26/2011 03:16 pm