“In many cities, theaters are encouraging potential patrons to subscribe to their 2016-17 seasons, even though Hamilton won’t arrive until the following season, with the promise that those who subscribe now – and then renew – will be guaranteed Hamilton tickets and can lock in their chosen subscription seats.”
New York City Ballet Dancer Promoted To Principal Right Before Curtain Goes Up
“Peter Martins, the ballet master in chief of New York City Ballet, loves to give his dancers happy surprises. On Tuesday evening, moments before the curtain rose on Hallelujah Junction, Mr. Martins’s brisk, galvanic work set to John Adams, he promoted Taylor Stanley, one of its leads, to principal dancer.”
Arts Funding Bloodbath In Australia: Grants For Individual Artists And Projects Fall By 70%
“The 70% reduction particularly hits artists such as writers and visual artists, who mostly work alone.