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Wanting More Than ‘Thank You, Next!’

Auditioning for romance, friendship and acting roles has a lot in common — especially when it comes to hearing ‘No.’

By Jenny Gorelick

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Julian Barry, Who Made Lenny Bruce Into ‘Lenny,’ Dies at 92

Mr. Barry’s scripts for a hit Broadway play and later a Hollywood movie about that rule-breaking comic helped give Mr. Bruce a lasting place in pop culture lore.

By Alex Traub

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Matt Rife, the Comedian Who Got Big on TikTok

A year ago, Matt Rife was just another struggling road comedian. Then he blew up on TikTok.

By Steven Kurutz

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For Asian American Actors, Playing a Hot Mess Is Liberating

Forget the pious immigrant family drama. Films and shows like “Joy Ride,” “Beef” and “Shortcomings” are finally exploring all dimensions of the experience.

By Matt Stevens

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