STAGES

Shakespeare & Company presenting world premiere of ‘The Islanders’

Playwright Carey Crim’s funny, complex new show will debut in Lenox. 5:27 p.m.

Jennifer Aniston condemns JD Vance for his ‘childless cat ladies’ comments

On Tuesday, Aniston, who has previously spoken about her fertility struggles, took issue with Vance’s comments on social media. 4:36 p.m.

At the Farnsworth, a rare look at Andrew Wyeth’s forays into abstraction

The celebrated American realist’s fascinating abstract experiments lasted decades, yet are little known. 4:16 p.m.

WRITER'S JOURNAL

How college radio taught me to be a writer

I already knew I wanted to read and write about literature, but my time at WHRB taught me to be a professional critic. 2:03 p.m.

Chappell Roan booked a tour. Then she blew up.

The rising pop star now has five songs on the Hot 100 and the venues her team picked out months ago are struggling to fit her ballooning audience. 1:09 p.m.

CRITIC'S NOTEBOOK

What viewers watch can say a lot about their politics

As they click their remotes or swipe through the oceans of scripted programming, viewers are looking to be entertained. But they are also, on both ends of the political spectrum, looking for affirmations of their values. 12:56 p.m.

He heard America singing: A show at Harvard’s Carpenter Center celebrates Harry Smith

Remembering an artistic visionary and true one-of-a-kind. 12:20 p.m.

TV CRITIC'S CORNER

Going for the gold and also going for some laughs

On Peacock, Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson to present a comedic Olympic recap. 11:28 a.m.

Matt Damon belts out ‘Sweet Caroline’ in ‘Tonight Show’ duet with Jimmy Fallon

The actor, cat dad, and Dunkin’-themed boy band member proved he’s no slouch when it comes to karaoke. 9:57 a.m.

BOOKS

Local bestsellers for the week ended July 21

Based on reporting from the independent booksellers of the New England Independent Booksellers Association and IndieBound. 7:00 a.m.

Ethan Slater plays Marcel Marceau, brings work in progress to Williamstown Theatre Festival

“Marcel on the Train” focuses on Marceau’s work smuggling Jewish orphans, as part of the Nazi resistance. 5:35 p.m.

MUSIC

Mighty Poplar is ripe for pickin’ at Newport Folk Festival

The bluegrass supergroup will lean into tradition Sunday on the Harbor stage. 4:01 p.m.

THE TICKET

Things to do around Boston this weekend and beyond

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few recommendations from Globe writers and critics, covering music, theater, comedy, museums, family events, and more. 3:46 p.m.

So many notables at Newport Folk Festival this year. Here’s a taste.

With around 90 performances across five stages at the Newport Folk Festival this weekend, attendees will have to make some tough choices about what they see. 2:37 p.m.