In today's New York Times there is an article about cuts Juilliard is making to it's Musical Advancement Program (MAP), which serves low income students. The article also mentions cutbacks made to the Academy program, but doesn't provide details.This news comes on the heels of the Curtis Institute announcing a new facility. It's a good example of the schizoid nature of the … [Read more...] about Juillard Makes Cuts to MAP Program
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Continuing Problems with LA’s Arts High School
What a mess. But how often do you see someone challenging Eli Broad?At first it was to be a regular high school to help with overcrowding in the area. Then it became part of the Grand Avenue redevelopment led by Eli Broad, leading to the building of a $242 million state of the art facility. It was to become the "Fame" high school for Los Angeles.Then it became a zoned arts high … [Read more...] about Continuing Problems with LA’s Arts High School