TBOT_S02E09 - EP.42 - WE DO ART?
Is the creation of theatre art hindered or supported by arts organizations? This and other questions as we get down to business.
Summary
This conversation explores the challenges and opportunities in the theater industry, focusing on the urgency of theater, the role of nonprofit arts organizations, and the need for supportive spaces for artists. The conversation also delves into the importance of knowing the purpose and vision of an organization, the pitfalls of foundation grants, and the impact of the pandemic on theaters. The speakers discuss the need for collaboration and sharing resources, as well as the need for change in the theater industry.
Takeaways
Theater is a demanding industry with constant deadlines and urgent tasks, which can make it difficult to focus on the larger picture.
Nonprofit arts organizations should prioritize their mission of supporting artists and developing the art form of theater.
The lack of funding and resources in the theater industry hinders the ability to support artists and create meaningful work.
There is a need for more supportive spaces and opportunities for artists to develop their work and collaborate with organizations.
Chapters
00:00 The Urgency of Theater
38:30 The Challenges of Deadlines
39:01 The Purpose of Nonprofit Arts Organizations
40:28 The Vision of Joseph Papp
41:57 The Importance of Knowing Why
42:32 The Need for Artistic Directors with a Larger Vision
43:19 The Lack of Funding for Theater
44:16 The Question of Folding Arts Organizations
45:21 The Need for Mechanisms to Support Artists
46:48 The Pitfalls of Foundation Grants
47:18 The Founder Syndrome
48:32 The Collaboration Between Artists and Organizations
49:21 The Lack of Space for Artists
50:20 The Impact of the Pandemic on Theaters
51:15 The Role of Theaters in the Community
52:16 The Importance of Community Engagement
53:44 The Example of Joe Papp
55:21 The Need for Supportive Arts Organizations
56:23 The Role of Festivals in Supporting Artists
57:32 The Lack of Infrastructure for Artists
58:18 The Limitations of Limited Runs
59:45 The Importance of Allowing Artists to Develop Their Work
01:01:14 The Need for Supportive Spaces for Artists
01:03:03 The Role of Donations in Supporting Artists
01:04:16 The Importance of Collaboration and Sharing Resources
01:06:06 The Need for Change in the Theater Industry
01:07:54 The Call to Action
WORKING TITLE:
WE DO ART
REJECTED TITLES:
Share Those Cots
Mission Drift
Bernie Taupin
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernie_Taupin
Down the Yellow Brick Pod
https://www.taratag.com/podcast
“But That’s Not What We Do.” – Indeed. And That’s Why You’re Closing, Nonprofit Arts Organizations.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/thats-what-we-do-indeed-why-youre-closing-nonprofit-arts-harrison/
Story of the Week: Movies That Became Musicals Are Now Becoming Movie-Musicals
DINO! An Evening with Dean Martin at the Latin Casino
https://www.walnutstreettheatre.org/season/show/dino-an-evening-with-dean-martin-at-the-latin-casino
Ballroom (Musical)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballroom_(musical)
Public/Private: My Life with Joe Papp at The Public Theater
FRINGE ARTS
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