Trump at Kennedy Center: Booed AND Cheered
We’re in a culture war, but let’s take it as an opportunity to listen to different views of the place of arts in society from people who are operating in good faith.
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Adapting to AI web search changes
The arts have been caught on their heels when digital marketing changed. Don’t let that happen to you as AI search eclipses regular search.
Opera Philadelphia offered $11 tickets. What happened next?
Why did Opera Philadelphia’s $11 ticket initiative work so well? It tapped into the elusive “latent demand” by welcoming new audiences, and signaling that everyone truly belongs at the opera. These results shouldn’t surprise us, based on what we already know about arts audiences.
How the Tony Awards Showcases Theater for Millions
I reflect on how TV broadcasts and streaming make theater more accessible—from the Tony Awards to Great Performances—and why I’m passionate about sharing the arts with everyone.
Bonus Post: From “Field of Dreams” to “Touch Grass”—Finding Your Way as an Arts Leader
This bonus post in the Executive Director leadership series reflects on shifting from ‘Field of Dreams’ to ‘Touch Grass’ leadership—embracing resilience, focus, and creativity in an uncertain time.
Stop Pitching, Start Listening—The Secret to Building Partnerships That Last: Series Part 4
This final post in the ArtsCore series explores how true partnerships are built through listening, trust, and respect—essential for Executive Directors looking to grow sustainable relationships.
Why Sharing Leadership Makes You—and Your Organization—Stronger: Series Part 3
This third post in my series explores why Executive Directors can’t—and shouldn’t—do it all alone, and how sharing leadership can strengthen both your organization and your well-being.
Why Everything Feels Urgent—and What to Do About It: Series Part 2
Part 2 of the series on the job of the Executive Director of arts organizations: a framework for prioritizing.
A Simple Framework That Helped Me Make Sense of the Executive Director Role: Series Part 1
First in a four-part series about the job of the Executive Director in arts organizations.
The NEA is more than just funding
The NEA has been doing more than just awarding grants. They’ve been making the arts more important to more people. We have to do it on our own now.
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