08-06-2026 11:02 via nytimes.com

‘Backrooms’ and ‘Obsession’: The Lessons Behind These Horror Hits

Two Times critics unpack the twin phenomenon of “Backrooms” and “Obsession” and what lessons should — and shouldn’t — be learned from their massive success.
Read more »

Arts news



Sotheby’s To Offer $60 M. Modigliani From Exhibition Once Shuttered For Indeceny, and More: Morning Links for June 8, 2026
Sotheby’s To Offer $60 M. Modigliani From Exhibition Once Shuttered For Indeceny, and More: Morning Links for June 8, 2026
At the Tony Awards After-Parties, a ‘Harry Potter’ Reunion and Winner Celebrations
The New York Hip-Hop Soundtracking the Knicks’ Run to the N.B.A. Finals
Bounty of Frida Kahlo Art Emerges in Mexico’s Restored Museum
Best and Worst Moments From the 2026 Tony Awards: Pink, Maya Rudolph, Cole Escola, ‘Cats’
Through Sculpture, Kiah Celeste Finds Elegance in the Everyday
Through Sculpture, Kiah Celeste Finds Elegance in the Everyday
B.F.I. Preserves ‘Charlie Bit My Finger’ and More Videos in Archive of Viral Moments
‘Every Year After’ and 8 More Shows to Watch on TV This Week
Tonys 2026 Highlights: ‘Schmigadoon!’ and ‘Death of a Salesman’ Are Big Winners
Tonys 2026 Takeaways: ‘Schmigadoon!’ and ‘Death of a Salesman’ Are Big Winners
Pink Is Hosting Tonight’s Tony Awards
Tony Awards 2026 Live Updates: ‘Schmigadoon!’ Named Best New Musical; ‘Ragtime’ and ‘Death of a Salesman’ Among Big Winners
Tony Award Winners 2026: See the Full List
‘Schmigadoon!’ Wins Best Musical Tony Award
Desktop versie