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Jerry Seinfeld has been gathering material and is working on his first book since the millionselling “Seinlanguage” came out more than 25 years ago. The currently untitled book is scheduled for a fall release. “Whenever I came up with a funny bit, whether it happened on a stage, in a conversation, or working it out on my preferred canvas, the big yellow legal pad, I kept it in one of those old-school accordion folders,” Seinfeld, 65, said. “So, I have every piece of stand-up comedy I thought was worth saving from 45 years of hacking away at this.”

Canceled:

The Boston Symphony Orchestra has canceled its coming tour of Asia amid concerns about the deadly virus in China. Music director Andris Nelsons said Thursday that the decision was made out of concern for the “health and well-being” of its musicians: “Please know that we are all passionately committed to a future visit to East Asia soon. Most importantly, our hearts and prayers are with everyone who has been affected by the coronavirus.”

Visually speaking:

Disney’s “The Lion King” led the way among films at the 18th Visual Effects Socity Awards on Wednesday, earning three prizes, while Martin Scorsese’s “The Irishman,” Disney’s “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” and “Missing Link” each nabbed two. On the TV side, “The Mandalorian” tied with “Game of Thrones” and “Stranger Things 3.” Comedian Patton Oswalt returned as host, gently ribbing the audience: “You might wanna take this chance to de-age yourself if you have that technology.”