Many dancers believe emotional resonance is sacred to their craft, even as generative AI begins encroaching on artistic domains. Recent reports suggest that while AI is evolving, it may never replace the cultural richness of human performance.

SAG-AFTRA, representing tens of thousands of entertainment and media professionals, has elected actor Sean Astin—known for roles in “The Lord of the Rings,” “Stranger Things,” and “Rudy”—as its new president. Astin succeeds Fran Drescher, marking a notable leadership change in one of the industry’s most prominent unions.