Gilles Larrain, Photographer of 1970s Drag Culture, Dies at 86: He shot portraits of stars like John Lennon and Miles Davis. But he is best remembered for “Idols,” an intimate look at a vital New York underground.
“Idols” marked something of a departure for Mr. Larrain: He was straight, and he had no ties to the drag world. Still, the book came to be regarded as a cult classic, celebrated as an early and daring celebration of gay and transgender life when it was largely lived in the shadows.
‘Kavalier & Clay’ Hears an Unusual Call From the Met: Encore: The Metropolitan opera is reviving its season-opening production in February, building on the momentum of recent sold-out performances. (The New York Times)
Happy 100th Mirthday, Robert Rauschenberg: The artist, who died in 2008, would have reached that age this month. But buoyant birthday festivities around the globe come mixed with sobering news about his former home. (The New York Times)
Stonewall National Museum, Facing Deep Cuts, May Need a New Home: The Fort Lauderdale Museum, one of the country’s oldest L.G.B.T.Q. institutions, is looking to its rich archives for lessons in how to survive a crisis. Here’s a look inside its collection. (The New York Times)