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Sunday, March 13, 2022
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Call for applications: MFA in Contemporary Theatre and Performance at The New School


 Applications for the MFA in Contemporary Theatre and Performance at The New School in NYC now being accepted! [READ MORE]
 

 

Vice President of Artistic Planning


 The Vice President of Artistic Planning (VP) reports directly to the CEO and works collaboratively with the CEO, as well as the Director of Education, to further root and position the Center as an internationally recognized institution in the performing arts and arts learning. [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Director, José Limón Dance Foundation (New York City)


 JLDF seeks an entrepreneurial and visionary Executive Director who will serve as a strategic partner to new Artistic Director Dante Puleio and drive deep engagement among the stakeholders inspired by Limón’s work. Dedicated to preserving, producing, and furthering the legacy of one of the most influential dancers and choreographers in the history of American modern […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Major Gifts Officer in Cincinnati Ohio


 The Major Gifts Officer is an essential forward-facing member of the Cincinnati Ballet Development team. [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Director at Great Lakes Center for the Arts


 GLCFA’s next Executive Director will play a pivotal role in envisioning the Center’s next five years and beyond. [READ MORE]
 

 

Fall 2022 Applications Open for MS in Leadership for Creative Enterprises


 More than ever, the creative industries need professionals who can leverage strategic business knowledge to drive innovation and growth. [READ MORE]
 

 

Artistic Director – Two River Theater


 The right artistic leader for Two River will prioritize organizational curation above all else, creating teams, infrastructure, and ongoing relationships built upon trust and generosity. [READ MORE]
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Media Relations Manager 

Plan and coordinate public relations activities for University of North Carolina School of the Arts. [READ MORE]

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Berkeley Repertory Theatre – Managing Director 

Reporting to the board of trustees as a co-leader with the Artistic Director, the Managing Director will jointly lead Berkeley Rep’s strategic direction. [READ MORE]

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Chief Revenue and Patron Officer – Detroit Opera 

Detroit Opera seeks a Chief Revenue and Patron Officer (CRPO) to ensure that the company remains deeply engaged and in service to the Detroit community, and in turn, engender support for the organization, both civically and financiall [READ MORE]

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Director of Artistic Planning, Production, and Administration 

This position offers a unique opportunity for an experienced, creative, and energetic individual to work closely with CMS’s Artistic Directors in virtually all areas of artistic planning for CMS’s New York City activity. [READ MORE]

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President and CEO at Friends of Waterfront Seattle 

Success in the President & CEO role will require a deep commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Friends and its transformational impact on the people, architecture, and culture of Seattle. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director at The O’Shaughnessy 

The O’Shaughnessy is one of the Twin Cities’ premiere venues for the performing arts. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director for National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY) 

The Executive Director (ED) works in partnership with the Board of Directors to help shape the vision of the organization, based on its mission and long-term goals. [READ MORE]

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Exciting Opportunity for Merchandising Professional Associate Director, Retail Operations 

We are looking for a consummate curator of great products for the Festival Shop including items related to the diverse performers and audiences that fill the summer season. [READ MORE]

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Director, iDeas Lab, Berman Institute of Bioethics 

The iDeas Lab Director will help the iDeas lab realize its goal of increasing public reach and dissemination of the Institute's work on issues of ethics in medicine, biomedical research, emerging science, and public health. [READ MORE]

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General Manager – Theatre for a New Audience 

With high emotional intelligence and a strong set of values around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Access, the General Manager will understand the dynamics of producing large-scale theatrical productions which play to diverse audiences. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director/Performing Arts Manager 

The Executive Director is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the activities of the MVCPA. [READ MORE]

 

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DANCE

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IDEAS

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ISSUES

New State Education Laws May Mean Movies Like Selma Can’t Be Shown In Classrooms

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As The Authorities Drop Mask and Vaccination Requirements For Indoor Spaces, Should The Arts Do The Same?

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Ken Robinson: What Does Education Mean Now?

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Arts Venues Sue Small Business Administration Over COVID Money

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MEDIA

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MUSIC

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PEOPLE

Valery Gergiev Is Selling $150 Million Worth Of Properties In Italy

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Jazz Trumpeter Ron Miles, 58

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Actor Jussie Smollett Sentenced To Jail, Probation For Faking A Hate Crime

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THEATRE

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VISUAL

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WORDS

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