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Fate Work: A Conversation, Valentina Desideri, Stefano Harney

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

The article focuses on a conversation between dancer Valentina Desideri and professor Stefano Harney during the Spring Seminars of the Performance Art Forum (PAF) in Saint Erme, France. Harney suggests that fate work may be considered as a potential practice on the way work determines one's life. Desideri says that one can shape and construct his future through work under capitalism.

Spaces, Emotion And Heavy Metal Subcultural Control: Music Consumption And Civilising Processes., Gary Sinclair

Doctoral

Despite the longevity, cultural relevance and global popularity of heavy metal, it has been noticeably absent from both the Birmingham School‟s subcultural studies, the Centre for Contemporary Cultural Studies (CCCS) and in consumer community contexts informed by post-subcultural perspectives (e.g., neo-tribes). This study examines the Irish heavy metal scene. The literature review considers the problematic aspects of applying both frameworks (subcultural and post-subcultural) to heavy metal and other similar contexts. I argue that Norbert Elias‟s figurational sociology (relatively underutilised in previous consumer research), can be used to bypass the agency–structure dualism that impedes both approaches. It is also advanced that …

Bury Me Deep In Isolation: A Cultural Examination Of A Peripheral Music Industry And Scene, Christina Ballico

Theses: Doctorates and Masters

Since 1998, Perth bands have had a strong presence within the Australian music scene. Primarily, each year between 1998 and 2009, songs by indie pop/rock acts from Perth have charted within national broadcaster triple j’s Hottest 100 countdown. Many of the albums from which these songs have been taken have sold in excess of 35,000 copies, and a number of successful and recognised Perth bands have toured with the nation’s largest music festival, the Big Day Out as well as their own high profile national tours. At the same time, Perth’s local indie pop/rock music industry has undergone tremendous growth …

Contemporary Arts Center: A Case Study Of A Nonprofit Arts Organization, Meredith Harper

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

The following paper documents Meredith Harper’s internship from May 2012 to August 2012 at the Contemporary Arts Center in New Orleans, LA as part of the degree requirements for the Master of Arts in Arts Administration. The Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) is the only non-collecting, multi-disciplinary arts center in New Orleans, and has worked to present the very best of the "art of now" to the New Orleans community since 1976.

This paper is written from the point of view of an arts administrator observing the organization as an outsider. This paper will discuss the responsibilities and duties of the …

A Report On An Internship With The New Orleans Opera Association, Danqian Liu

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

This paper is based on my internship at the New Orleans Opera Association, which took place from May 16th to October 31st, 2012. The primary activity of the New Orleans Opera Association is to produce three to four mainstage operas each season. The Opera Association is a vital part of the cultural and economic life of the City. The New Orleans Opera Association is governed by a Board of Directors and a General and Artistic Director heading a staff of eight.

This report includes detailed information about the organization's history and current programs. It also includes a description of my …

The Art Of Engagement In A Tourist Economy: An Examination Of Prospect.2, Tara Foster

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

The landscape of contemporary art in New Orleans is a challenging one, and in relative infancy. U.S. Biennial, Inc. immediately following Hurricane Katrina saw an opportunity to merge this burgeoning scene with the well-established tourism industry. As a result, the Prospect New Orleans biennials are an attempt to increase cultural tourism through the presentation of international contemporary art exhibitions. Audience engagement is a current hot topic for arts organizations of all kinds. Concerns over sustainability and community relevance have led many arts organizations to deeply examine who their targeted audiences are and how they are engaging those audiences. While U.S. …

French Quarter Festivals, Incorporated: A Report On Volunteer Coordination And Educational Programming, Kylee Kidder

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

This internship report reviews the non-profit entity French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI), and each of the three festivals it produces. The report includes an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the organization and offers suggestions for improvements. The history of FQFI, a description of programs and a breakdown of the staff structure provide a basic understanding of the organization. For the purpose of this internship report, the timeframe being reviewed covers June 2012 through August 2012.

Kid Smart: Working To Increase Capacity, Suzanna Gidley Ritz

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

This internship report is based on my work with the organization KID smART from June of 2011 through November of 2012. I had the opportunity to work in several departments, including programming, development, and administrative support, as well as directly with students in New Orleans public schools. From this unique point of view, I observed how an effective organization approaches the complex education system and works towards change in a challenging environment. My observations attempt to describe the evolution of this dynamic agency, its procedures for regulation and evaluation, and what role it plays in the community. My recommendations are …

Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre: Internship Report, Allison Kate Barron

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

The following report documents my internship with Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre (SLT) during the summer of 2012. Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre was established in 1968. It is beloved by many faithful patrons in the New Orleans community. During my internship, I worked with the administrative staff and box office manager to focus on box office operations and volunteer oordination.

My primary goals were to sell tickets for the upcoming season and to obtain volunteers for purposes of ushering the shows, and keeping patrons happy. This internship report provides an overview of Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre based on observational research and …

Uno Graduate Program In Arts Administration Web Survey Report, Uno Graduate Program In Arts Administration, Q2 Insights, Inc.

Arts Administration Studies

On behalf of the UNO Graduate Program in Arts Administration and their cultural arts events partners, Qualitative and Quantitative Research was conducted by Q2 Insights, Inc. which is based in New Orleans and has offices in San Diego. This project was conducted in collaboration with UNO Arts Administration faculty and students.

With initial focus in the area of the live performing arts, it is anticipated that the research will be conducted annually with visual arts added in the future, and will provide essential trend data not currently available.

UNO Graduate Program in Arts Administration and their cultural arts events …

Twitter Technology Trampling Fashion Designs: The Effects Of Twitter On The Fashion Industry., Margaret K. Reder

Pell Scholars and Senior Theses

The fashion industry continuously faces the issue of fashion piracy, retailers intentionally copying fashion designs from the runway and cheaply manufacturing them to sell at a low price. While large retailers are soaring, many young designers are struggling to survive. Fashion labels are turning to better marketing strategies and the use of social media to increase their popularity, image and revenue. This thesis covers the rise of Twitter, and how fashion designers, specifically Diane Von Furstenberg, Nanette Lepore, and Tory Burch, use Twitter and for what purpose. My goal is to determine if the use of Twitter fosters brand growth …

Report On An Arts Administration Internship With The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, Curtis G. Dugas

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

This report reviews the internal structure of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO), a non-profit entity, and provides an analysis of issues facing the organization. A history of the LPO, description of programs, and staff structure review provide a basic understanding of the organization. For the purpose of this internship report, the timeframe of the internship took place from August 2011 through January 2012.

Typographic Trends In American Sports Brands, Alan Jacobson

Graphic Communication

No abstract provided.

2012 Manifest Program, Columbia College Chicago

Manifest Urban Arts Festival Programs

A program for the Manifest Urban-Arts Festival held by Columbia College Chicago on May 4, 2012.

Oscarnomics: Evaluating The Economic Worth Of The Academy Awards

Fordham Business Student Research Journal

This investigation addresses limitations associated with previous research to determine empirically the value of winning or being nominated for a Best Picture Academy Award on an film's weekly box office grosses. in addition, this study delves into yet unstudied territory by measuring how an Academy Award affects the careers of actors and actresses nominated for or awarded the Best Actor and Actress trophies for the first time. Overall, results suggest that both nominations and wins in the Best Picture category increase weekly box office grosses following their respective announcements. Unexpectedly, findings indicate that Academy Award nominations and wins tend not …

Late Night Television And Its Impact On The Music Industry Via Album Sales And Social Media, Matthew Robin

Renée Crown University Honors Thesis Projects - All

Experiential learning has been a large part of my college experience. My work experiences have allowed me to understand the music industry in a very unique way. One experience was my semester in Los Angeles, where I worked at Jimmy Kimmel Live! It was there that I was able to see the influence that these shows could have on musical guests and vice versa. The late-night landscape is as booming as it ever has been, with many different outlets for talent. I wanted to demonstrate that the process of getting an artist on a late-night show is a very …

University Union: Becoming Syracuse University’S Official Programming Board And A College Programming Paradigm, Robert John Dekker

Renée Crown University Honors Thesis Projects - All

This Capstone project completed per the requirements of the Renee Crown University Honors Program in form is part research paper, part personal narrative, part topical history, part business plan, part guide and resource, and part portfolio. It is structured in four critical parts. The first will be a history of programming at Syracuse University as it relates to the history of University Union, the university’s official programming board. This overview covers fifty years, beginning in 1962 with the founding of the board. Following this will be an assessment of the capacity of college programming to further the goals of unifying, …

Delta Theatre Productions: A Start-Up Theatre Company, Amanda Sutton Davis

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

This report is the result of a year-long internship with a new theatre company in New Orleans, Delta Theatre Productions, currently operating under the name Delta Productions. I functioned as the Managing Director for this start-up, building organizational infrastructure from the ground up, guiding the process of its first production from idea to final product, and creating the branding of the organization in order to set it apart from its competition and establish it as a viable and healthy theatrical company for the New Orleans community. This report tells the story of how the organization began, reports on my duties …

The Louisiana State Museum: A Report, Christina Barrois-Pinner

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

This report is written as the result of an extensive internship from May to September 2011 at the Louisiana State Museum. During my time at the Louisiana State Museum I worked as a full-time marketing intern in the main office at the Presbytere. The aim of this report is to provide a comprehensive overview of the Louisiana State Museum as an organization and I will be focusing on the museum’s marketing department. Drawing from my experiences, research and interviews with key individuals; my report includes an analysis of the organization, description of my internship duties and recommendations for the museum …

George Rodrigue Foundation Of The Arts, Jennifer Maurer

Arts Administration Master's Reports (1984-2016)

This is a report on the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts (GRFA) following an internship with the organization from June until September 2011. This report consists of an organizational summary, an account of the internship, SWOT analysis, best practices and concluding thoughts. Modeled after the Thea Foundation in Little Rock, Arkansas, GRFA advocates the importance of art in youth development, and its mission is reflected by George Rodrigue’s testimony of the positive influence of art in his life.