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After Five Years Closed, Johannesburg’s Flagship Public Library Finally Reopens

“The Johannesburg City Library … had been closed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The city government claimed the building was undergoing urgent repairs, but … many sensed a bigger problem. For nearly a decade, Johannesburg had been ruled by an unstable coalition of bickering political parties.” – The Christian Science Monitor

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Xander Parish Opens New Dance Company Patterned After Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes

A Florence-based nonprofit, the New Generation Foundation, is backing the company, called the Nouveaux Ballets Russes. Parish, a Briton who was until 2022 a principal at Russia's Mariinsky Theater, is artistic director, and he aims, as Diaghilev did, to engage collaborators in the vanguard of art, music, tech, and...
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Has The Kids Scholastic Book Fair Been Ruined?

If the goal is to celebrate books and reading and get kids excited… is a for-profit book fair the best way to do that? - LitHub
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In Search Of The Perfect Audio Experience

The word audiophile — etymologically, one who “loves to hear” — has a wine-sipping pretension that I hate, but sometimes an ugly shoe fits. - n+1

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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.
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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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Cantabile Youth Singers – Executive Director

Cantabile Youth Singers seeks a collaborative, relationship-driven executive to expand the reach of its internationally recognized program, known for adventurous programming and exceptional music education.
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Art Gallery of Alberta seeks Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer

Art Gallery of Alberta seeks Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer. Salary range is between $160,000-$200,000.
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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.
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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.
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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.