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Things That Make You Go “Buh?” Overheard At The Opera
Mon, Nov 11, 2008
by Drew McManus
You have to shake your head at some of things you overhear during intermission. For example, this past Friday at the Lyric Opera of Chicago’s opening night of LuLu (Marlis Petersen was fantastic), I was standing around during the first intermission minding my own business enjoying the view of the building’s grand foyer when two
Get The Cash Before It’s Gone
Fri, Nov 11, 2008
by Drew McManus
The United States Federal Government isn’t even half way through handing out more than $700 billion in bailout funds to the nation’s financial institutions in hopes of healing self-inflicted wounds and now the three major US auto makers are looking for a handout. According to a report from CNN, the auto makers claim sharp declines
Getting Musicians Involved
Thu, Nov 11, 2008
by Drew McManus
Following the Canadian Orchestra Website Review, Calgary Philharmonic Bassist (and TAFTO 2008 contributor), Matt Heller, posted an article at his blog the other week which questioned the value of posting contact information for musicians. Based on the parameters Matt approached the topic I would agree with his conclusions, especially with regard to obligating musicians to
Post Election Confidence Poll
Wed, Nov 11, 2008
by Drew McManus
Now that the country has spoken and Barak Obama is the president elect, I’m curious to know if this has any impact on your economic outlook for orchestra/opera/ballet organizations. Since we started tracking these issues a month ago, the economic outlook has been quite grim; however, can these election results change attitudes?…
Election Day Necessities
Tue, Nov 11, 2008
by Drew McManus
In anticipation of long lines at polling stations across the country, here are a few lists to help you persevere over the wait…
