Domingo’s Response To #MeToo Allegations Continues To Raise Eyebrows
Fri, Aug 8, 2019
by Drew McManus
The 8/14/2019 edition of the LA Times published an article by Catherine Womack that examines a cross section of concern in response to Plácido Domingo’s public statement in the wake of several #MeToo allegations. This is the same public statement we examined earlier this week that I described as “lead[ing] with a softly worded denial
Which Conferences Do You Attend?
Thu, Aug 8, 2019
by Drew McManus
Ceci Dadisman presents at a lot of conferences. Seriously. A lot. There’s nearly 30 listed on her scheudle for this season and it must have got her thinking because she posted an article at ArtsHacker asking readers to list their favorite (arts and non-arts specific) conferences they find useful as arts administrators. To that end,
Define That: Total Fiscal Transparency
Tue, Aug 8, 2019
by Drew McManus
There’s a fascinating article by Charles T. Downey in the 8/12/19 edition of Washington Classical Review that examines the ongoing Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) lockout. Downey suggests that in order for the organization to maintain artistic integrity while addressing existing economic conditions, the BSO’s executive leadership must “establish total financial transparency.” That’s a superb suggestion
Accessible Event Driven Website Features
Mon, Aug 8, 2019
by Drew McManus
If accessibility isn’t on your organization’s radar, you may want to begin thinking about moving in that direction. In addition to the host of website related topics, performing arts organizations also need to consider how accessibility and sensory friendly events intersect with artistic planning and the overall concert experience. The theatre sector tends to be
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