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Drew McManus

Stepping On Some Toes Part 1

Fri, Aug 8, 2005
In response to my article from 8/11/05, Stephanie from the SLSO sent in a comment which I think deserves the attention of being addressed in a main entry. It brings up a difficult discussion, one which won’t exactly endear me to the hearts of many managers but it’s a conversation which is in desperate need

It’s Time To Reopen Some Political Discussion

Thu, Aug 8, 2005
It’s been awhile since we’ve examined some of the larger issues regarding how patrons interact with their orchestras on a quasi-universal scale. Nevertheless, it’s high time we moved many of those issues back into the limelight…

Debunking Some Spin In Albuquerque

Wed, Aug 8, 2005
It’s time once again for one of my favorite segments here at Adaptistration where we look at public statements from those inside the business and figure out what they’re really trying to say. This installment is inspired by a recent email I received from Anna in New Mexico, a NMSO patron, who received a note

Some Sleep Deprived Thoughts About Pittsburgh

Tue, Aug 8, 2005
It’s not all that uncommon for thought provoking issues to prevent me from falling asleep, but it’s rare they actually wake me up out of a sound slumber. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case last night…

The Difference Between Shooting A Bullet And Throwing It

Mon, Aug 8, 2005
You have to love the internet. I backtracked my way to an intriguing blog post by Greg Stepanich, Assistant business editor and occasional arts critic (as his bio tells it) for the Palm Beach Post, this weekend…
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