A wise friend of mine once said that if you are a good enough actor to play every moment perfectly, no one will be able to tell that you are a good actor. You have to be able to have some moments where your acting does not work so people can see the moments when you are really doing a great job. ...

99 has done another great post talking about how sports have been able to make themselves part of the fabric of mainstream American culture in a way that the arts have not. (h/t to Thomas Cott for bringing it to...

A fellow blogger wrote a very interesting posting that highlights the economic importance of Art that is often overlooked in the argument for funding. The short of his argument is that even though the ...

The best art is created on an empty stomach.Sure it is easier if you don't have to worry about where your next meal is going to come from. Studying and perfecting your craft is always better if you don't have to worry about whether or not you are going to have a roof over your head. ...

The Philidelphia Inquirer is reporting that the Pennsylvania legislature has passed measure to impose sales tax on cultural event. This doesn't mean that cultural institutions will loose their tax exempt status, but it means that their patrons will have to pay tax when they purchase their tickets. ....

After struggling to hold on for several seasons, Apple Tree Theatre has announced that it will be closing its doors and canceling its entire 2009-2010 season.The company was founded as a workshop in the 1970's adding a full performance theatre in 1983. ...