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Theater Review: 'The Queen of Versailles' with Kristin Chenoweth gets lost in a Hall of Mirrors

NEW YORK (AP) — The new Broadway show "The Queen of Versailles" feels unfinished, despite reuniting Kristin Chenoweth with "Wicked" songwriter Stephen Schwartz, Associated Press critic Mark Kennedy says. Based on a 2012 documentary, it explores socialite Jackie Siegel's attempt to build America's largest private home. The musical, which opened Sunday at the St. James Theatre, struggles to find its tone, wavering between ridicule and admiration. It misses the chance to comment on wealth inequality. Set against the backdrop of Trump's America, the show features extravagant elements but lacks memorable songs. Despite a tryout in Boston, Kennedy says it still feels like a work in progress.

Upcoming Kahlo auction could fetch up to $60 million. Mexican art historians explain why

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Frida Kahlo’s painting “El sueño (La cama)” is expected to fetch between $40 million and $60 million at auction, potentially making it the most expensive work by a female or Latin American artist. Art historians in Mexico weigh in on the high prices of art, which often lead to works being stored away as investments. Sotheby’s will auction the piece on November 20 in New York. The painting, created in 1940, reflects Kahlo’s complex life and relationship with surrealism. In Mexico, Kahlo’s work is protected and cannot be sold or destroyed. However, works from private collections abroad are legally eligible for international sale.

Canadian-Hungarian-British writer David Szalay wins Booker Prize for fiction with his novel 'Flesh'

LONDON (AP) — Canadian-Hungarian-British writer David Szalay has won the prestigious Booker Prize for fiction with his novel “Flesh,” the story of an ordinary man’s life over several decades. Szalay was named winner of the coveted literary award at a ceremony Monday night in London. It brings a 50,000-pound payday and a big boost to the winner’s sales and profile. He was chosen from 153 submitted novels by a judging panel that included Irish writer Roddy Doyle and “Sex and the City” star Sarah Jessica Parker. The other finalists were British novelist Andrew Miller, Indian author Kiran Desai and U.S. authors Susan Choi, Katie Kitamura and Ben Markovits.

Black hat worn by the Wicked Witch of the West in 'The Wizard of Oz' is going up for auction

Fans of “The Wizard of Oz” have another opportunity to own more film memorabilia as Heritage Auctions announces another auction. This sale features the black hat worn by Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch of the West. Designed by costumer Gilbert Adrian, the hat will be auctioned on Dec. 9 and 10. Other items include a book signed by Judy Garland with autographs from the main cast and Toto's paw prints. Two versions of Dorothy's slippers will also be available, including a rehearsal shoe worn by Garland. A handwritten letter by author Frank Baum and a blouse worn by Garland are also hitting the auction block.

Trump threatens to sue BBC over edited speech that sparked resignations by news bosses

LONDON (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump has sent a letter to the BBC threatening legal action over the way a speech he made was edited in a documentary aired by the British broadcaster. The BBC’s top executive and its head of news both quit Sunday over accusations of bias and misleading editing. In the documentary, aired before the 2024 election, Trump's January 6, 2021, speech was edited to omit his call for peaceful protest. Trump has threatened legal action, claiming the edits misrepresented his words. BBC chairman Samir Shah apologized for the "error of judgment" and acknowledged the edits gave the impression of inciting violence. The broadcaster, known for its impartiality, is facing criticism from various political sides.

What to Stream: 'Freakier Friday,' NF, 'Landman,' 'Palm Royale' and Black Ops 7

Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan re-teaming as the body-swapping mother and daughter duo in “Freakier Friday” and albums from 5 Seconds of Summer and the rapper NF are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time for the week of Nov. 10 as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists are Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys teaming up for the new limited-series thriller “The Beast in Me,” gamers get Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Apple TV’s star-studded “Palm Royale” is back.

Musicians march through Venice after La Fenice names music director with ties to Meloni

VENICE, Italy (AP) — La Fenice, a renowned Venetian opera house, is embroiled in a dispute over the appointment of Beatrice Venezi as music director. Workers are protesting the lack of transparency in her selection and fear political influence from Premier Giorgia Meloni's government. On Monday, musicians and supporters marched through Venice, voicing concerns about artistic independence. Critics argue Venezi lacks the experience for La Fenice's prestigious role and worry about her ties to Meloni's party. Despite the backlash, La Fenice's general manager defends his choice, citing Venezi's potential to attract new audiences. Protests are expected to continue.

Protesters in Nigeria disrupt opening of major West African art museum

LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — Protesters in Nigeria have disrupted this week’s opening of a major museum of West African art, where local disputes over the world-renowned Benin Bronzes have already kept them from being put on display. Videos circulating online show more than a dozen young people on Sunday evening rushing the grounds of the multi-million-dollar Museum of West African Art in Benin City. The demonstrators asserted that the museum’s opening is a violation of Benin City’s cultural heritage, which falls under the authority of its traditional ruler. Nigeria’s federal government said it was monitoring the situation with “deep concern.”

Celebrity birthdays for the week of Nov. 16-22 includes Pete Davidson and Maggie Gyllenhaal

Celebrities having birthdays during the week of Nov. 16-22 include comedian Pete Davidson, movie director Martin Scorsese and jazz singer Diana Krall. Actor Marg Helgenberger from “CSI” turns 67, actor Maggie Gyllenhaal hits 48 and entertainer RuPaul welcomes 65. Other celebrities with big days include actor Lauren Hutton, actor-director Danny DeVito and “Project Runway” winner and designer Christian Siriano. Journalist Ann Curry reaches 69, “The West Wing” actor Actor Allison Janney turns 66 and actor Meg Ryan hits 64. Others celebrating during the week are actor Jodie Foster, country singer Dierks Bentley and singer Carly Rae Jepsen.