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You’re An Ignorant Dilettante

Fri, Jun 6, 2016
by Drew McManus
Adaptistration People 200
Holly Mulcahy published an article on 6/2/16 titled I’m a condescending bore. You’re an ignorant dilettante. Please give us money. that takes a long, hard look at one of the more damaging stereotypes the field as a whole can’t shed fast enough: erudite posers. But in her typical way, it isn’t just an extended gripe
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2016 Arts Midwest Conference Registration Is Open

Thu, Jun 6, 2016
by Drew McManus
Adaptistration People 141
I’m excited to announce that I’ll be leading an in-depth seminar at the 2016 Arts Midwest Conference in Milwaukee on Tuesday, September 13, 2016. Titled Click. Click. Done. Developing Your Google Analytics Skills, the seminar will offer users of all skill levels a comfortable setting to develop the confidence and skill set to turn data
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Does Your City Have An Artist-Only Hotel?

Wed, Jun 6, 2016
by Drew McManus
Adaptistration People 053
There’s a new hotel in London that’s garnering its fair share of press in that it offers affordable rooms and caters exclusively toward visiting artists (fine arts, music, theater, dance, etc.). Green Rooms is a 20 room not-for-profit hotel with adjoining space geared to artist needs (think rehearsal space, practice rooms, etc.) and the real
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Kitten Pics Or News About Peter Gelb? It’s Your Choice.

Tue, May 5, 2016
by Drew McManus
Adaptistration People 131
There isn’t much that will distract me from blogging but adopting a 12-week old kitten is decidedly one of those exceptions to the rule. Consequently, you have two choices for today’s post… Door #1: Peter Gelb News For those of you who absolutely, positively must have a suitable culture blog topic, you should swing by two
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Happy Memorial Day!

Mon, May 5, 2016
by Drew McManus
Adaptistration People 118
Whether you’re home all day enjoying the holiday with family and friends or your orchestra is putting on a performance today, try to take a few moments to remember the reason for the holiday. Band Facts
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