Good morning. Here’s your daily AJ newsletter. It didn’t make our top five list, but I was particularly intrigued by the story of scientists tracking eye movements while participants were watching movies to figure out how people experience stories. Turns out there are big differences from one person to the next.
What DeSantis Arts Funding cuts in Florida are Doing Governor Ron DeSantis’s arts funding cuts are hitting education hard, forcing over 600 organizations to slash programs, particularly in rural areas. Read more on The Washington Post.
Newport Art Museum Layoffs The Newport Art Museum has laid off all its curators amid severe financial challenges, leaving its future uncertain. Read more on Hyperallergic.
Ken Ludwig’s £1 Million Donation Playwright Ken Ludwig has donated £1 million to preserve Hall’s Croft, the historic home of Shakespeare’s daughter. Read more on Time Out UK.
Bellevue Arts Museum Closes Bellevue Arts Museum has shut down indefinitely after a failed fundraising campaign, with no clear plans for reopening. Read more on The Seattle Times.
Giller Prize Drops Scotiabank from Name The Giller Prize has cut ties with Scotiabank amid controversies over the bank’s investments in an Israeli arms manufacturer. Read more on The Toronto Star.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, through the Co-Chairs, the President & CEO directs, plans, and evaluates all major activities of the New Jersey Symphony. [READ MORE]
The next Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Houston Symphony will have the opportunity to provide the leadership, inspiration, and strategic management to enable the Orchestra to realize its vision... [READ MORE]
The ideal candidate is someone who can maintain a detailed calendar, communicate clearly with relevant parties, troubleshoot unforeseen problems effectively and enjoys working closely with many different kinds of personalities. [READ MORE]
SJIMA’s mission is to create a nationally accredited art museum featuring regional, national, and international exhibits that excite, educate, and inspire. [READ MORE]
Syracuse Stage (“Stage”), Central New York’s premier professional theatre, seeks its next Managing Director, who will join Artistic Director Robert M. Hupp to lead this storied organization. [READ MORE]
As a leader of Dallas Children’s Theater, the Artistic Director will lead through collaboration, model a strong work ethic, and exhibit passion, dedication, and knowledge of Theatre for Young Audiences’ multiple components. [READ MORE]
The Executive Director of the Colonial Performing Arts Center will report directly to the Board of Directors and serve as the Colonial’s chief executive officer. [READ MORE]
The Jacksonville Symphony Advancement Department raises funds through donations from individuals, corporations, foundations, the public sector, and special events to support artistic and educational programming and general operating expenses. [READ MORE]
