The September 3, 2010 edition of the Boston Globe published an article by David Weininger that takes a closer look at the potential behind orchestras and theater simulcasts. I spent some time talking with Weininger about the topic and he included much of our conversation points in the article…
The topic is an outgrowth of the WNYC Soundcheck Smackdown from 8/24/2010 (listen) and it is good to see Weininger take a closer look at the potential as it relates to internet, smartphone, and cable/satellite television providers. And speaking of that topic, you can watch a video from the January, 2010 American Orchestras Summit at the University of Michigan where University professor Michael Jensen presented some intriguing projections that ruffled more than a few feathers of those in attendance (the video is from “Panel #3”).
What do you think; is there any real potential for simulcasts among the majority of US orchestras or is it something that only a select few will be able to implement?