Delaware Symphony Goes Dark for 2012-2013
Wed, Jun 6, 2012
by Drew McManus
The Delaware Symphony Orchestra (DSO) posted a message at its website yesterday announcing the organization’s plans to go dark for the entire 2012-2013 season. Moreover, the 6/5/2012 edition of the Delaware News Journal published an article co-authored by Maureen Milford and Betsy Price that sheds more light on events.
Nana Wants To Attend An Orchestra Concert With You
Tue, Jun 6, 2012
by Drew McManus
I am a bid writing mad man this week so today’s post is some link love for some articles that have caught my attention over the past few weeks and are worth a read.
Change Your [*******] Password Already!
Mon, Jun 6, 2012
by Drew McManus
Okay, the larger scale National Change Your Password Day dreamed up by Gizmodo and Lifehacker was 2/1/2012 but I’m willing to bet more arts managers than not aren’t regular readers of either outlet; as such, today is the arts manager edition, loving dubbed Change Your [*******] Password Already!, or CY*PA (ˈsī ● pa) for short.
Make. Good. Art.
Fri, Jun 6, 2012
by Drew McManus
It’s my birthday today and I only have one wish: I want everyone to take 19 minutes and 55 seconds to watch this video featuring author Neil Gaiman’s 2012 Commencement Speech at the University of the Arts. It’s inspirational, funny, and downright smart. At the core of his speech, Gaiman drives home the mantra “make
It's Easy To Become An Infographic Expert
Thu, May 5, 2012
by Drew McManus
If you’re anything like me you love a good infographic; so much useful data in such a visually attractive medium is always a joy. To that end, Palm Beach Opera Director of Marketing & PR, Ceci Dadisman, put together a great infographic for the organization’s 50th Season that is simply fabulous. So much so that
It’s Easy To Become An Infographic Expert
Thu, May 5, 2012
by Drew McManus
If you’re anything like me you love a good infographic; so much useful data in such a visually attractive medium is always a joy. To that end, Palm Beach Opera Director of Marketing & PR, Ceci Dadisman, put together a great infographic for the organization’s 50th Season that is simply fabulous. So much so that
It Appears There Is More Under The Surface At Palm Beach
Wed, May 5, 2012
by Drew McManus
In case you thought the Palm Beach Symphony – Juilliard residency kerfuffle was done, it turns out that it was only the tip of a very unhappy iceberg. The Palm Beach Daily News published an article by Jan Sjostrom on 5/26/2012 that reports growing tension between the orchestra’s musicians and its Executive Director, Michael Finn.
Are We There Met?
Tue, May 5, 2012
by Drew McManus
In case you missed it (although I don’t know how that’s even possible), there’s been a substantial fuss over the past several weeks surrounding Peter Gelb, the general manager of the Metropolitan Opera (Met), and his public brush war against criticism. Gelb lost; and just in case he didn’t realize just how big of a
Happy Memorial Day!
Mon, May 5, 2012
by Drew McManus
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. Furthermore, take a moment to remember that the single largest employer of full-time professional musicians is the United States Armed Forces…
Get Back On The Inside With The Updated Orchestra Financial Reports
Fri, May 5, 2012
by Drew McManus
Since it was launched in 2009, the Orchestra Financial Reports page has consistently been one of the most popular destinations at Adaptistration. It’s simple in implementation in that it provides a direct link to each respective orchestra’s GuideStar.org page where users can find a wealth of financial transparency documentation. Everything went humming along until several
