“New copyright legislation could be introduced in Canada within the next few weeks… The new legislation, which is likely to make it illegal to download or share songs on the internet without paying a fee, was promised in the Conservative government’s fall throne speech.”
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Seattle Director Placed On Leave Pending Inquiry
Jacqueline Moscou, artistic director of the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, has been placed on paid leave. Officials say that a “fact-finding investigation” is ongoing. Details aren’t being released, but some at the center are reported to be quite upset by Moscou’s removal.
The Strike That Stole Christmas?
“Broadway is bracing for a $135 million loss in ticket sales if the strike isn’t settled soon – and shows that were already on the brink may close even sooner… And if it continues, the most lucrative time of year for Broadway may be squandered.”
More Records Fall In Canadian Art Auction
“Yesterday’s four-hour auction [of Canadian art in Toronto] set at least 18 records, according to Sotheby’s/Ritchies, and the total value of the sale easily topped the CAN$6.1-million to CAN$8.5-million presale valuation of the consignments.”
Canadian Shows Could Be Network Replacements
It was only a matter of time after US TV writers went on strike before you knew that Hollywood would begin looking elsewhere for programming. Canada’s always a good bet, and shows like “Corner Gas” and “Little Mosque on the Prairie” could begin popping up on US networks soon.
How To Build Up Your Academic Credibility
The guitarist from the rock band Queen has been named chancellor of England’s Liverpool John Moores University. “The guitarist will begin the role in February, taking over from former Prime Minister Tony Blair’s wife, Cherie.”
Met Opera Simulcast Theatres To Triple
“The Metropolitan Opera has tripled the number of movie theaters presenting high-definition broadcasts of performances during the 2007-08 season after the dramatic success of its debut series of live opera transmissions last season. It also has increased the number of operas to eight from six.”
The Silent But Deadly Review
“The reader’s report is the most silent of literary genres, its existence publicly acknowledged only in attacks or parodies… We never get to read them, but reader’s reports for publishers can make or break books – particularly so for translations.”
London’s Jazz Evolution
London’s jazz scene has been going through a rebirth in the last few years, and no one has been more responsible than 27-year-old club manager Will Gresford. From writing grants to drawing younger audiences to adding a healthy dose of promotional savvy to a staid industry, Gresford is changing the way the public views jazz.
With Strike On, Broadway’s Short On Drama
There are actually still eight shows running on Broadway, despite the stagehands’ strike. But Caryn James says the problem with what remains is that it’s all puffery and movie-based musical dreck. “Serious drama and its chance to make a powerful return to Broadway may be suffering.”