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Sunday, November 20, 2022
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CEO- Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council


 Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council (GPAC) seeks candidates to serve as their next CEO, the organization’s collaborative lead focused on galvanizing resources, people, and enthusiasm for support of, and advocacy for, Pittsburgh’s artists and arts community. The CEO works closely with GPAC’s Board on forming well developed plans for deep impact and support on the lives […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Director -Kansas City Ballet


 Kansas City Ballet invites applications from strong leaders to serve as their next Executive Director. The Executive Director will work in a collaborative relationship with the Artistic Director with both positions reporting to and working with the Board of Directors. It is, of course, critically important that the individuals in these two positions continue to […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Artistic Director – Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré


 Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré (LPT) invites applications from creative, curious, and collaborative theater professionals to serve as the next Artistic Director for New Orleans’ oldest small professional theater. The role will be a visible leadership position not only within the theater, but also with the broad and diverse New Orleans creative community; the […] [READ MORE]
 

 

General Manager – ZACH Theatre


 ZACH Theatre seeks experienced process-oriented arts administrators to apply for a newly structured role of General Manager. An integral member of the senior leadership team, the General Manager sits at the intersection of the artistic, production, and administrative departments of the organization. This position oversees ZACH’s day-to-day operations, including IT, facilities, and rentals, strategizing and […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Master in Cultural Leadership


 Keen to transition into or progress your career in the arts and culture sectors? Our 18 month Executive Masters programme allows you to meet and learn from world-class cultural professionals and academics. Developed jointly by the Royal Academy of Arts in London, and Maastricht University in the Netherlands, this 18 month programme is designed to […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Managing Director – Laguna Playhouse


 Laguna Playhouse invites smart, ambitious, strategic thinkers to apply to serve as its new Managing Director. The Managing Director will be a thought partner and equal co-leader with Laguna Playhouse’s Artistic Director (who will be newly identified in the coming months), concentrating primarily on institutional growth that matches a vibrant evolving artistic vision. Laguna Playhouse’s […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Director of Curatorial Programming- Pittsburgh Cultural Trust


 The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust (PCT) invites applications from enthusiastic, strategic-thinking visual arts leaders for the new position of Director of Curatorial Programming. This role will be responsible for leading the Trust’s visual arts programming through the curation of five public galleries, implementation of public art projects, and leveraging of pop-up opportunities within the Trust’s 14-block […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Director of Arts Engagement – The Old Globe


 The Old Globe invites applications from dynamic and creative individuals deeply committed to a highly progressive and engaged approach to building community through the arts to serve as their Director of Arts Engagement. The Director of Arts Engagement will lead already thriving and robust community-based and educational programming and continue to foster the expansive relationship […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Associate Artistic Director – The Old Globe


 The Old Globe seeks experienced and highly effective theatre professionals interested in facilitating the skillful execution of the company’s broad range of programming to serve as Associate Artistic Director. As the most senior position supporting The Old Globe’s Erna Vinci Viterbi Artistic Director Barry Edelstein, the Associate Artistic Director will serve in a critical role […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Artistic Director – Arena Stage


 Arena Stage (Arena) is looking for its next Artistic Director, a passionate leader with bold ideas on the future of theater and innovative storytelling, an inspirational community-builder who believes that great art makes for a greater society. Working in co-leadership with Arena’s long-serving Executive Producer, the Artistic Director will navigate the complexities of producing theater […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Fall + Winter 2023 Applications Open for MS in Leadership for Creative Enterprises


 Northwestern University’s MS in Leadership for Creative Enterprises (MSLCE) program develops leaders across Entertainment, Media and the Arts. Earn your Master’s in One Year. More than ever, the creative industries need professionals who can leverage strong communication skills and strategic business knowledge to drive innovation and growth. They also need effective and agile leaders with […] [READ MORE]
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Roundabout Theatre Company – Chief Administrative Officer 

Organization Founded in 1965 and based in New York City, Roundabout Theatre Company (Roundabout) has grown to become one of the country’s largest nonprofit theatrical institutions. Roundabout operates three venues on Broadway— American Airlines Theatre, Stephen Sondheim Theatre, and the historic Studio 54—and two venues off-Broadway—Laura Pels Theatre and Roundabout Underground Black Box Theatre, which […] [READ MORE]

jobs

Associate and Full Professor/Chair-Department of Theatre & Dance 

University of California San Diego Position overview Position title: Associate and Full Professor/Chair for Department of Theatre & Dance Application Window Open date: November 7, 2022 Next review date: Thursday, Dec 15, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Tuesday, Nov 7, 2023 at 11:59pm […] [READ MORE]

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Exceptional Leadership Opportunity – Executive Director, Living Jazz 

Since its founding in 1984, Living Jazz has been dedicated to building community in Oakland, California and the surrounding East Bay Area through unique musical experiences. Founder Stacey Hoffman believes that music transforms lives and the organization has been committed to this belief since its inception. Throughout it’s, rich 38-year history the service organization’s mission […] [READ MORE]

education

Now accepting applications – Global Arts Management Fellowship 

The DeVos Institute invites applications for its Global Arts Management Fellowship – a three-year, cohort-based intensive for arts and cultural executives. The program is currently accepting applications for the 2023-2025 cohort. Apply between Nov 14 and Dec 9. The fellowship serves entrepreneurial executives in the arts and culture sector who are prepared to look critically […] [READ MORE]

jobs

Folger Shakespeare Library – Director of Communications and Marketing 

Organization A hub for scholarship, performance, and the study of the early modern period, the Folger Shakespeare Library (Folger) puts Shakespeare and the period in which he lived in dialogue with a changing world. In advancing its mission, the Folger connects with 21st century audiences through programming and research inspired by a renowned collection of […] [READ MORE]

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Programming and Engagement Manager 

Programming and Engagement Manager  The George Mason University Center for the Arts (CFA) is seeking qualified candidates for a Programming and Engagement Manager. This position is responsible for planning, coordination, and implementation of artist engagements (including performances, residencies, and select special events) for CFA. In collaboration with the Director of Programming, this position will lead […] [READ MORE]

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Director, Development 

Calgary Philharmonic OrchestraDirector, Development The CALGARY PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA is seeking a creative, and energetic individual to serve as its next Director, Development. Reporting to the President + CEO, the Director, Development will lead the engagement, identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors and corporations, leveraging the potential for significant gifts and corporate philanthropic support and […] [READ MORE]

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Head of Violin 

The Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) wishes to appoint an outstanding Head of Violin to provide exceptional violin pedagogy at Australia’s pre-eminent music performance training institution. ANAM provides elite performance training to young, predominantly graduate, classical musicians from Australia and New Zealand. ANAM is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to be its next […] [READ MORE]

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Chief Marketing Officer- Overture Center for the Arts 

Position Summary As a member of Overture’s Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) will provide strategic guidance in all aspects of communications and marketing, including ticketing and audience development. This forward-thinking individual will oversee branding and the building of a strategic plan for the marketing and communications teams. They will have a deep […] [READ MORE]

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Program Director for Museum Studies 

JOB TITLE: Program Director DEPARTMENT: Museum Studies REPORTS TO: Dean, Graduate & Professional Studies Summary: This will be a two-year visiting faculty appointment, with the possibility of renewal. The program director will oversee the MA in Museum Studies program and is responsible for providing leadership for the faculty and students in the program. The program […] [READ MORE]

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Director of Performing Arts Operations 

Lynn University seeks an experienced performing arts center administrator whowill bring forward creative ways for the university’s cultural facilities to operate effectively and efficiently, finding new avenues of inter-departmental communication and collaboration through arts activities, and increasing attendance at all cultural concerts and performances. The new Director will coordinate facility scheduling and operations, the overall […] [READ MORE]

 

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IDEAS

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ISSUES

Beneficiaries Of The UK’s Arts Funding Readjustments?

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Report: Numbers Quantifying Declines In Arts Attendance In 2020-21

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Leveling Up? Who Are You Kidding? Say Tory MPs About England’s Arts Funding

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Fresno Voters Approved A Measure To Spend Millions On The Arts. Now The City Is Treating It Like Slush Fund

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480,000 University Of California Academic Workers Walk Off The Job Over Pay

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Harvard Says It Has Hair Samples From 700 Native American Students

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How Tech Like Spotify, Facebook, And Google Lock Us In

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MEDIA

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MUSIC

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Louisville Orchestra Names Graham Parker Chief Executive

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The Science Of Violins’ “Phantom Notes”

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Study: Rats Move In Time To Music

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PEOPLE

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THEATRE

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VISUAL

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New AI Tools Are Changing How We Think About Images

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Brazil’s National Museum, Destroyed By Fire Four Years Ago, Is Overhauling Its Approach To Indigenous Peoples

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