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Sunday, April 2, 2023
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Executive Director – Second Stage


 Second Stage invites strong cultural executives interested in providing shared leadership, along with the Artistic Director and Board, to set overall direction and identify appropriate support and resources; to motivate staff, artists, trustees, and the theater’s core constituencies in pursuit of that direction; and to create a working culture in which decisions are made most […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Artistic Director – Boston Lyric Opera


 SUMMARY The Artistic Director is an eminent creative in the field, possessing a wealth of knowledge, experience, and professional connections to draw upon in leading the artistic vision of BLO. Their chief duty is to manage and direct the organization’s performance and artistic programming wing. The Artistic Director reports to the General Director & CEO […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Director – SpeakEasy Stage Boston


 Champion new voices and drive civic dialogue – inviting impact-minded leaders. Please download the full job description and supporting materials here: https://tinyurl.com/Se3aj WHO ARE WE? In 1992, SpeakEasy Stage was born with a simple idea – to give emerging, local artists a chance and build a thriving theater scene in Boston. From its humble 40-seat beginnings […] [READ MORE]
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General Manager – Goodspeed Musicals 

About the Opportunity The General Manager of Goodspeed Musicals is a key member of the Senior Operations Team who oversees the central functions of the organization’s administration and operations, including human resources, artist contracting and relations, company management, legal, IT, and more. Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager ensures that the organization’s people […] [READ MORE]

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Manager of Donor Research & Strategy 

Title: Manager of Donor Research & StrategyDepartment: DevelopmentReports to: Senior Director, Development Services Summary: The Manager, Donor Research & Strategy will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and administering a robust program of strategic donor research and prospect management for The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center Inc.’s (POKC) Development Department. These services will include, but are […] [READ MORE]

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Director of Development – Chrysler Museum of Art 

Position Summary Reporting to the Director/CEO, the Director of Development (DoD) will be primarily responsible for the Museum’s annual fundraising, membership, and stewardship programs, including the final elements of the Museum’s successful $55-million capital campaign. The DoD will be a highly skilled and effective manager and fundraiser who has a proven track-record of securing major […] [READ MORE]

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Director of Corporate and Foundation Giving – Tennessee Performing Arts Center 

THE OPPORTUNITY Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) seeks a self-driven, and outcome-oriented development professional to serve as its next Director of Corporate and Foundation Giving. TPAC has an ambitious plan to significantly increase annual fundraising and raise considerable capital funds to ensure the long-term resilient future of the arts center. That plan advanced significantly with […] [READ MORE]

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Executive Director – Manitoba Chamber Orchestra 

Manitoba Chamber Orchestra (MCO) seeking a forward-thinking, creative, innovative, and energetic leader to serve as its next Executive Director. Nationally and internationally admired and respected for its creative programming and dynamic performances, MCO offers an exciting concert series, tours widely, commissions often, and collaborates regularly with the world’s leading soloists including some of the finest […] [READ MORE]

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Director of the Performance Series 

Director of the Performance Series The Performance Series at the Williams Center for the Arts is the professional presenting program at Lafayette College. The mission of the Performance Series is to inspire, nurture, and sustain a lifelong appreciation of the performing arts for the public, youth, families and college students, and to serve the educational […] [READ MORE]

 

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IDEAS

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ISSUES

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How Artists Are Fighting Back To Protect Their Work In The World Of AI

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MEDIA

Please Please: Are We At The End Of Hollywood’s Superhero Obsession?

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MUSIC

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PEOPLE

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THEATRE

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VISUAL

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