The Medieval Great Hall Was The Center Of Home Culture

Up to the 13th century, the great hall remained the focal point of the household, and the primary location for heat. – The Conversation

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Correcting The Record On Lee Krasner

Krasner and Pollock were, in mid-20th-century New York, at the heart of the artistic movement that would become Abstract Expressionism. At that time, the only label more detrimental to a talented artist’s career than “woman” was the handle “wife.” - The New York Times

America’s Largest Young-Adult Book Festival Is Adding Adult Programming

YALLFest, held each fall in Charleston, is adding ROMFest, a parallel programming track for actual grownups, focusing on romance novels. Why are they doing this? Because it turns out that the majority of YALLFest attendees are full-fledged adults. - Publishers Weekly

Habermas’ Ideas On Public Debate

He explained the three types of discourse that characterise deliberation – moral, ethical, and pragmatic – and was clear that when it comes to the moral, there are no experts: only individuals working out, together, what’s right in a given context. - Aeon

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The Future of American Non-profit Theatre: A Discussion

Sept. 29 online, leaders of American non-profit theatre will convene a discussion on the future of the field. More than 1000 people have signed up so far. Join us!

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Artistic Director -Florida Studio Theatre working with Management Consultants for the Arts

Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is seeking a talented theater professional to lead the planning and execution of the organization’s core programming as Artistic Director.

Managing Director -Florida Studio Theatre working with Management Consultants for the Arts

Florida Studio Theatre invites applications for its Managing Director, a role for individuals with strong talent for running complex, multi-venue producing operations.

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Assistant Professor of Dance in the College of Fine Arts

The TCU School for Classical & Contemporary Dance invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Dance. Review of applications begins November 1, 2026.

Director of the School for Classical & Contemporary Dance

The TCU School for Classical & Contemporary Dance invites applications for the position of Director and Associate/Full Professor. Review of applications begins November 15, 2026.

Colburn seeks Assistant Vice President of Performance & Rentals Marketing

Colburn seeks Assistant Vice President of Performance & Rentals Marketing. Salary in the range of $160,000 to $220,000.

Lead Event Technical Director

Lead Event Technical Director: oversee technical operations, crew leadership, safety compliance, and client coordination; requires rigging, carpentry, audio, lighting expertise in fast-paced performing arts venue.