After Congress cut public media funding, some stations raised millions from new donors. Is this a win—or a warning sign? Here’s what I’m watching, and what I hope comes next.
Branding isn’t extra — it’s the foundation for everything else. This post explains why branding matters and links back to my full step-by-step guide on how to build yours.
The biggest excuse I hear about content creation? “We don’t have time.” Here’s why that thinking is outdated — and how arts orgs can start creating meaningful content now.
Marketing teams are busy — but are they focused on what matters most? This post breaks down why content creation needs to become a core marketing priority, not an afterthought.
COVID offered a rare chance to reinvent. Most organizations didn’t take it. Here’s what was missed — and why the window is still open to plant something new.
Federal funding cuts hurt — but they might be the wake-up call arts organizations need to shift toward more sustainable, audience-driven income. Here’s how to start building resilience now.
Museums say they serve the public—but do their audiences reflect that? This post explores new research on museum relevance, accessibility, and the not-so-innovative “innovations” in audience development.
What do 22,000 audience members really think about DEI in the arts? This post unpacks new research from WolfBrown—and what it means for values, programming, and who shows up.
This week is a Research Roundup, where I’ll write posts about recent research I’ve read. Today is an article about Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the transition to and out of leadership of Nataki Garrett.
A brass band shuts down the Proud Boys and a poignant moment from Schitt’s Creek. More political action through the arts.
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