The current newsletter issue has a special focus on the arts management resources and developments in ireland and Northern Ireland.
Cultural organisations have long been protected from the harsh realities of the marketplace by relying on wealthy patrons or public subsidies. But as these sources of finance become more scarce they now find that they have to compete for an audience. Some have adjusted to this new reality, but many have not. The second edition of Bonita Kolb's book describes the new competitive environment in which cultural organisations now operate and how the more innovative ones are re-thinking their marketing strategies.
The European Cultural Foundation and the ECUMEST Association have the pleasure to present to you a survey on "Funding opportunities for international cultural cooperation in and with South East Europe".
The survey has been commissioned by the European Cultural Foundation (ECF) and has been carried out by the ECUMEST Association, with the participation of Relais Culture Europe.
The survey has been commissioned by the European Cultural Foundation (ECF) and has been carried out by the ECUMEST Association, with the participation of Relais Culture Europe.
JOINT ADVENTURES is dedicated to contemporary dance an example of support for an ambitious art form
Katy Raines, Director of DixonRaines, explains how keeping a few more customers each year could dramatically increase ticket and fundrasing income.
On 26 September, and after four years of construction, the Museum of Contemporary Arts Reina Sofia opened their doors to the new section of the building. A poppy red wing covers a new art library, two concert and exhibition halls.
From 9 July to 28 August 2005 the 20th Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival (SHMF), directed for the 7th year by President Rolf Becker, performed at 41 locations and 70 venues including concert halls, castles, churches and stables. This year's special focus was on Japan under the motto "Islands of Sounds".
Kigyo Mecenat Kyogikai (KMK: Association for Corporate Support of the Arts) has been working to grasp the trends and understand the situations of Mecenat in Japan. KMK has conducted a survey research of Japanese corporations. This survey research is conducted annually, and the questionnaires are diestibuted into over 4000 compamies which is located in Japan...
Over the past several years, the movement to rediscover Japanese culture has had the effect of bringing new audiences to the traditional performing arts...
All conventions, meetings and trade shows at the New Orleans Convention Center have been cancelled until 31 March 2006, according to the New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau. The decision also affects any city-wide event using three or more hotels.
Chicago, IL September 2005 The 44th annual Professional Arts Management Institute, Americas longest running interdisciplinary seminar series in the arts, will, for the first time, devote its entire program to a single topic: Cultural Tourism. Presented at Columbia College Chicago by its Arts, Entertainment & Media Management Department (AEMM) from November 18-20, 2005, the weekend program will feature 20 hours of lectures, panel discussion and interactive sessions.
Europa Hotel, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Monday 24th - Wednesday 26th October 2005
The principal networking and peer-learning event for creative industry development people. Featuring over sixty international speakers, presenting on a wide range of the latest policy issues.
Monday 24th - Wednesday 26th October 2005
The principal networking and peer-learning event for creative industry development people. Featuring over sixty international speakers, presenting on a wide range of the latest policy issues.
This article by Brad Erickson describes the strategies taken by the arts organizations of Pittsburgh in joining forces to increase cultural attendance through collaborative Marketing efforts.
Brad is the executive director of Theatre Bay Area, which provides services to more than 300 member theatre companies and 2.900 individual members in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California
Brad is the executive director of Theatre Bay Area, which provides services to more than 300 member theatre companies and 2.900 individual members in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California
Nationwide, a seismic shift in ticket buying trends is underway. The subscriber, the member, and the seasonticket holder are not renewing."
In this report, author Amy Kaissar explores the issues surrounding the decline in theatre subscription renewals. Each week we will highlight a new section of this important and engaging work
In this report, author Amy Kaissar explores the issues surrounding the decline in theatre subscription renewals. Each week we will highlight a new section of this important and engaging work
The Board of Opera Australia has appointed Anson Austin as the new Director to fill the position of Mrs Margaret Fisher, who retired on 31 December 2004 after ten years on the Board. This is the Board position that is traditionally nominated by staff and artists through a committee composed of representatives from all groups of the Companys staff.
This newsletter contains a special about arts management in Japan.
The Nordic Music Committee (NOMUS), the Nordic Institute for Contemporary Art (NIFCA), the Nordic Literature and Library Committee (NORDBOK) and the Nordic Centre for the Performing Arts (NordScen) will stop operating as official Nordic institutions in 2007 due to the structural changes concerning cultural co-operation in the Region agreed by the Ministers of Culture.
The next Grantmakers for the Arts conference is taking place at October 16-19, 2005 in Pasadena, California. The topic is CULTURE JAM: FRICTION, FUSION, SYNERGY. It will explore critical topics such as the current state of arts education, the relationship between public and private sector support for the arts, the role of the arts in workforce development, urban revitalization, and civic participation.
In Fall 2005, the American Symphony Orchestra League is offering informational interview opportunities across the country. These interviews are designed to give you a one-on-one opportunity with an experienced orchestra manager to explore career options, career paths and training programs - including the Orchestra Management Fellowship Program.