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Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Today’s AJ Highlights

Good Morning: Here are some AJ highlights:

Quincy Jones, 91 Renowned for his profound influence on Black popular art and his ability to bridge musical styles, Quincy Jones leaves an indelible legacy that shaped modern music. Starting in the late 1950s, he brought social and professional mobility to new heights in the music industry. – The New York Times
David Salle Amplifies His Work With AI Contemporary artist David Salle collaborates with AI to expand his signature style in a new series, blending his thematic elements with cutting-edge technology for a unique, evocative look. – The New York Times
LA’s Vibrant Gallery Scene Seems To Be Collapsing. Why? As many galleries in Los Angeles face closures or reduction in programming, this article explores the challenges affecting Tinseltown’s art scene, with many fearing even more closures soon. – Artnet
Brexit Is Killing Britain’s Classical Music Industry The classical music industry in Britain faces severe challenges as red tape hinders artists from touring in Europe, sparking calls for urgent action to remove barriers imposed post-Brexit. – The Independent
This Artist Lost 1,000 Paintings In A House Fire Artist Max Ayres lost his entire collection in a devastating house fire, with melted oil paintings and charred remnants taking on a haunting resemblance to works by Francis Bacon and Goya. – The Guardian

As usual, skip down to read the rest of the stories we collected in the past day, organized by topic. See you tomorrow.

Doug

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Executive Director – Maestra Music

Maestra Music is seeking an Executive Director committed to deepening the organization’s ongoing work to support women and nonbinary individuals in the professional musical theater field. The Executive Director will harness the energy and activities of a rapid movement that has grown exponentially since Maestra’s founding in 2019. Advocating for equity for women and nonbinary […] [READ MORE]

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, Australian National Academy of Music

The Australian National Academy of Music provides artistic and professional development for the most exceptional young classical musicians from Australia and New Zealand. The Board of ANAM is seeking to appoint an exceptional individual to be its next Artistic Director from mid-2026. The Artistic Director will: As the artistic leader of ANAM, the ideal candidate […] [READ MORE]

Managing Director – Alley Theatre

Alley Theatre seeks interested and talented candidates to serve as its next Managing Director. The next Managing Director will join one of the strongest theatres in the country. At a time where many regional theatres are struggling, The Alley Theatre is a vibrant organization, artistically and financially. There is a high-performing staff and a deeply […] [READ MORE]

Fall + Winter 2025 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. [READ MORE]

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Director of Development – Hudson Valley Shakespeare

They will be responsible for articulating, planning, and overseeing the implementation of a comprehensive development plan for all sources of contributed revenue. [READ MORE]

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Public Art Manager – City of Eugene Cultural Services

Position Profile The City of Eugene Cultural Services team is seeking a Public Art Manager. Our Community Eugene — Oregon’s second largest city — has an excellent mix of recreation, education, scenic beauty and passion for arts and culture. Located in the heart of wine country and within an hour’s drive of the Pacific Ocean […] [READ MORE]

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NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Visiting Arts Professor Dance, Contemporary Ballet

NYU Tisch Department of Dance seeks an experienced dance educator and dance practitioner with expertise in contemporary ballet technique with a strong anatomical and somatic approach to their practice. [READ MORE]

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Patron Services Manager – Grand Teton Music Festival

The Grand Teton Music Festival (GTMF) unites over 250 celebrated orchestral musicians, led by Music Director Sir Donald Runnicles, each summer in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. [READ MORE]

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Payroll/HR Administrator, Mark Morris Dance

This position supports the entire organization, interacting regularly with all supervisors as well as all employees and independent contractors. [READ MORE]

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Chief Development Officer, Lyric Opera of Kansas City

The Chief Development Officer, an accomplished strategic thinker who is focused on growth and who has comprehensive fundraising experience in major gifts, will act as Lyric Opera of Kansas City’s senior and leading development professional. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director – Northwest Choirs Seattle

Northwest Choirs – home of the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint Seattle – invites applications from passionate and entrepreneurial leaders to serve as its next Executive Director – Apply by Nov 15! [READ MORE]

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Worcester Chamber Music Society seeks new Executive Director

WCMS now seeks a new Executive Director to lead WCMS into its next stage of creative enterprise. [READ MORE]

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DANCE

IDEAS

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ISSUES

The New York Times Digital Staff Go On Strike The Day Before The US Election
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MEDIA

Video Gamers Have Become Ukraine’s Deadliest Drone Pilots
- The Wall Street Journal

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The Psychosocial Dread That Underpins Japanese Horror Films
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MUSIC

Milwaukee Symphony Music Director To Step Down
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Brexit Is Killing Britain’s Classical Music Industry
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A Surprising Number Of Conductors’ Children Are Becoming Maestros Themselves
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PEOPLE

Quincy Jones, 91
- The New York Times

THEATRE

Cal Shakes Veterans Mourn, And Remember
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Breaking Cultural Ground With An Iranian American Play
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VISUAL

LA’s Vibrant Gallery Scene Seems To Be Collapsing. Why?
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David Salle Amplifies His Work With AI
- The New York Times

This Artist Lost 1000 Paintings In A House Fire
- The Guardian (UK)

WORDS

That Idea Chimps Could Randomly Type Shakespeare? Naaah!
- BBC

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It Turns Out Free Pizza Was A Great Bribe For Reading
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The New Color Kindle May Be Having A Weird Glitch
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The Life Of A Writer Is Often Quite Choppy, Says Author Deborah Levy
- The Guardian (UK)

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