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If you saw the story on ArtsJournal about Milwaukee arts organizations being in trouble, let me provide some important context as journalists are missing the real point. The WI Policy Forum reported out on 2022 data regarding earned revenue. Of course it was way down. That was the first season after organizations had reopened from the pandemic closures and at least for Milwaukee Rep, we canceled more than 60 performances that year due to Covid. In FY24, Milwaukee Rep was back to normal earned to contributed ratios for us -- 60% of our budget coming from earned revenue. HERE'S THE REAL POINT -- we are much more reliant on PRIVATE philanthropy, because there is virtually no public/government support of the arts in Milwaukee. Why is WI the worst in the country for public arts funding? Why is Milwaukee the worst major city and county in the country for public arts funding?

Many arts venues have still not fully recovered from the Covid crisis, and many are stuck with audiences at about 80% of pre-crisis levels. But my analysis of attendance data of some of NYC's most prestigous arts venues indicated that they were drawing audienes with different geographic and demographic mixes. These are steps they have long needed to make. Since then I've come across several articles indicating that arts venues were trying to attract younger and more diverse audiences and using new tactics to do so. This article in the NYT is another of that sort. What this suggests to me is that serious arts organizations are finally taking serious steps to correct the audience attraction problems they had pre crisis for over a decade. I'd argue that this augurs well for a strong renewal in the arts industry within a reasonable periodm of time, and it should be noted, encouraged and supported. These arts organizations, however, also have problems caused by a reliance on a weak business model in which earned income never comes close to covering operational costs, and is farv too reliant on donations. Even here, though some arts organizations are trying to stabilized their financial situations by creating endowments and partnering in relevant real estate development projects. #artsrecovery #artsorgchanges #artsorgsfinallyinnovating

DoubleJump first Artist HALL OF FAME 💎 But for real, what is the Hall of Fame? It's a celebration of the best DJA artists who joined a workshop and created something mind-blowing after finishing it. By entering the Hall of Fame, you will receive exclusive DJA perks and a special certificate that actually means something. It's like that super impossible armor set you get in a video game for grinding and working your ass off, which you can show off so everyone knows you're the boss now. its almost impossible to get in, but a few made it! and a select few got the golden ticket! the quality bar was set so high i bet its harder to get in then Harvard. After you complete a workshop you can submit your final project, we review it and decide if the quality is good enough. the bar is extremely high as you can see from this first batch of hall of famers. if you get in you get 50% off towards any workshop. Four people got the golden ticket, which means they get any workshop of their choice for free and receive untold riches and fame. ps: i made a mistake, the blue car was made by Luca Goury!

Organizing an unforgettable 80th birthday celebration! We brought the past to life with a special artist performance, celebrating eight incredible decades in style. Reliving the good old days and making new memories! 🥂  #80thBirthday #MilestoneCelebration #FabEvents #UnforgettableExperiences #EventPlanning #EventManagement #EventPlanner #EventDecor #PartyPlanning #CorporateEvents #WeddingPlanning #SpecialEvents #EventDesign

Loved any step of it, any problem we overcome, any limit that made us change direction, any note, any pixel, any byte. #multimediaevent #event #multimedia #visualart #creativetech #Innovativemedia #contemporaryart #art #tech #techno

I have a rescue package but it's not rescuing the system we have or it will just revert to the same thing, once it's dried out and ready to go again. I'm creating an alternative that any motivated creative can be part of, so if someone wants to rescue the current system go ahead, but be warned it will snap back to default. It's going to take effort and a huge mindset change from audiences, artists and venues for any sustainable change. We say we want change in the arts but humans don't like changing what we do! How much are YOU prepared to change to effect a change? The solution is simple but not easy. Time to decide. Find out more. Https://futurecreatives.ai

As of July 1, 2024, a new State budget is active which includes a $32 million cut to arts and culture organizations across Florida. That means $0 in funding to support organizations like your Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and $150,000 in grant support we no longer receive. Read more in this The Associated Press article on how this is affecting organizations across the entire State. #orlando #orchestra #supportthearts #budgetcuts

Building on the incredible ARIUM Brand campaign - Sounds of Summer. We continue to invest in our experiential brand driving value to communities and renters! It's like nothing else out there. We're not just hosting a singing contest; we're on a mission to change the lives of renters across the country. ARIUM isn't just different—it's groundbreaking. In case you're interested in the details, here they are: ·      Backed by music industry veterans ·      Enormous exposure for contestants ·      Free prizes, including a chance to win an entire year of free rent* ·      Opportunities to travel and perform ·      Mentoring by celebrities ·      Studio time with a Grammy-award-winning producer for the winner The contest will feature 60 talented contestants, whittled down from all the submissions in April, competing for the grand prize of a year of free rent*! Judging and voting will take place throughout the summer, leading to a finale in August in Atlanta. Our celebrity mentors will provide coaching to the 4 finalists, culminating in a grand finale where the winner will be crowned. Submission Details: ·      Submissions opened on April 1, 2024, at 12:01 AM and close on April 30, 2024, at 11:59 PM. ·      Video submissions should not exceed 4 minutes, with a maximum file size of 500 MB. ·      Submit your entry via online entry at https://lnkd.in/e7hcAD88. To maximize your chances of winning: ·      Create a standout video submission ·      Let your personality shine in your submission form ·      Start building your audience ·      Submit your entry and get ready for an incredible journey! #ARIUMSoundsOfSummer #SingingContest #RentersDream #Branding #multifamilymarketing

Meet our new client 👉 @509_collective ✨ We're so excited to introduce Spokane's freshest dance studio and make some big moves with their online presence! 💃 #newclient #bigmoves #onlinepresence #dancestudio #socialmediamarketing #digitalmarketing #creativeagency #marketingagency #onlinepresence #growyourbrand #onlineadvertising

Question: How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives? My Answer: The best way to make an impact is to follow your passions and engage with organizations that align with those passions. There’s a common misconception that you need to be an artist or have an arts background to contribute to arts organizations. In reality, we need board members and volunteers with diverse skills and backgrounds—those who excel in finances, marketing, event organization, insurance, sales, and advocacy. Read more to learn about my journey with music and the Alpharetta Symphony, and its impact on the Alpharetta community…