Editorial Cartoon: Bunkruptcy
Wed, Mar 3, 2012
by Drew McManus
Adaptistration’s editorial cartoonist, Paul Dixon, is stretching his satirical chops with his latest offering which serves up a hot-button twofer. And since a picture is worth a thousand words, I’ll leave it at that.
What Do You Think [Blank] Gets Right?
Tue, Mar 3, 2012
by Drew McManus
Toward the end of the March, I’ll be publishing a pair of articles in conjunction with a bit of research* I’m doing vis-a-vis a presentation during the upcoming 2012 American Orchestras Summit, hosted by the University of Michigan (Mar. 21-23, 2012). I’ve invited a select cross section of managers, board members, and musicians to answer
Musicians Aren’t The Only Stakeholder You Should Worry About
Mon, Mar 3, 2012
by Drew McManus
Following last week’s news about the Philadelphia Orchestra Association (POA) President and CEO’s contract extension, a good bit of negative feedback has popped up by way of culture blog readers at a number of outlets. Although much of the criticism is focused on the long list of executive perks, deferred payments, bonuses, etc. and the
Musicians Aren't The Only Stakeholder You Should Worry About
Mon, Mar 3, 2012
by Drew McManus
Following last week’s news about the Philadelphia Orchestra Association (POA) President and CEO’s contract extension, a good bit of negative feedback has popped up by way of culture blog readers at a number of outlets. Although much of the criticism is focused on the long list of executive perks, deferred payments, bonuses, etc. and the
The “Gruesome Details” Of Philly CEO Renewal
Fri, Mar 3, 2012
by Drew McManus
On 2/29/2012, the Philadelphia Orchestra Association (POA) issues a two page press statement announcing a multi-year contract renewal for President and CEO Allison Vulgamore. Music critic Norman Lebrecht reports that the deal will require approval from the bankruptcy court then, in turn, refers to an article on the matter by Philadelphia Inquirer music critic Peter
