That had never happened before in Canada, where publishers thought perhaps people wouldn’t go as much for e-books. They were wrong.
Author: ArtsJournal2
The Future Of T.V. Might Be Really, Really Boring
As in, nothing may change. That means bundled services and cable. Forever.
What Does The Future Of Latina Theatre Look Like?
With a growing population of Latinos across the U.S., those involved in theatre say it’s time for a plan – and concrete ideas to make the dream of the Latino/a Theater Commons a reality.
N.Y. Awards Committee Defines Dance – And Leaves A Lot Out
“Does the Bessie committee not know what it’s looking at? Or does it exist in a time capsule where Judson Dance Theater, the artistic movement that ushered in postmodern dance and embraced pedestrian movement, never happened? Instead, there seems to be more attention focused on raising the profile of the Bessies than on artistic achievement.”
Collector Vs. Museum Director: Can The Public Win?
“He’s got the bucks; she’s got the walls.” But with a new building (or buildings) at stake, the Vancouver, B.C.-based art collector Bob Rennie and Vancouver Art Gallery director Kathleen Bartels aren’t talking to one another.
Listen While You Work – Just Don’t Whistle Along
A manager might think headphones keep workers in their own little worlds – but it’s a world in which they perform more quickly and end the day feeling happier to be at work.
Playing On The Street In Busker-Filled Dublin
“When you’re a mediocre busker, existentially challenged by the apathy of passers-by, any attention feels like good attention.”
Blame (Or Praise) Edinburgh For The Plethora Of Book Festivals
“Nowadays, book festivals are an international phenomenon and it can seem as if every second village in the country has one. In 1962 it was an innovation.”
The Artists In Bryant Park Aren’t Just Painting For Love
The corporation that runs Bryant Park picked four artists who are being paid to paint, in public, for a couple of weeks apiece. Why? “”The public loves to watch painters.”
Have Comedy Audiences Changed?
When a foul-mouthed teddy bear wallops the likes of Vince Vaughn, Ben Stiller, and Adam Sandler at the box office, the days of star-driven comedies may be waning.