Drew McManus
When It Comes To Engaging A Diverse Audience, Orchestras Have Nowhere To Go But Up
Tue, Feb 2, 2018
by Drew McManus
With the increasing diversity of the overall population, failing to get ahead of the curve for non-white patron engagement is a sure-fire strategy for retrenchment. For more than a decade, the field has rung its hands over the graying of its audience (spoiler: it’s not that bad) when that time would have been better spent
Action Alert: Encourage The Senate To Overturn The FCC’s Decision To End Net Neutrality
Mon, Feb 2, 2018
by Drew McManus
Tuesday, February 27, 2018 is a key date for Congress to nullify the Federal Communications Commission’s repeal of net neutrality protections. The Congressional Review Act affords Congress the ability to overturn federal regulations, such as the FCC’s decision to end net neutrality. The process begins with the Senate where the vote is expected to be
Desert Island Culture Blogs
Fri, Feb 2, 2018
by Drew McManus
I’ve been reading culture blogs for more than 15 years and while it’s normal for most to cycle in and out of my regular reading routine, a few have remained constant. I like to think of them as my desert island culture blogs. No matter what, the authors examine consistently thought-provoking material and offer observations
It’s Thursday. Still Sick.
Thu, Feb 2, 2018
by Drew McManus
I’m still under the weather and need to take a bit more time to recuperate. While I’m sorry the residency at Fredonia State University of New York had to be bumped by this, I am grateful we were able to reschedule a time for September, 2018. We’ll circle back to that in the fall; in
Commentary: It’s Time To Begin Clawing Back Compensation