While digital capture and distribution are undoubtedly here to stay, Eric Gershman ponders the future of arts buildings.
Over the course of the pandemic, performing arts producers and presenters have been the hardest hit among cultural institutions due to the challenge of maintaining social distancing throughout front- and back-of-house spaces. Even as countries continue to ease regulations, many open-air venues are being restricted to less than 50% capacity, providing additional burdens on an already fragile business model.
Although the pandemic depressed on-stage production, construction continues on many new and/or renovated performing arts facilities. These projects are being adapted in recognition of both the physical constraints and social changes brought on by the pandemic; however the potential benefits of these changes go well beyond traditional health and safety concerns. The discussion around these infrastructure projects is also based on organizational purpose and how arts companies can use their new facilities to... Keep reading on AEA Consulting.
Over the course of the pandemic, performing arts producers and presenters have been the hardest hit among cultural institutions due to the challenge of maintaining social distancing throughout front- and back-of-house spaces. Even as countries continue to ease regulations, many open-air venues are being restricted to less than 50% capacity, providing additional burdens on an already fragile business model.
Although the pandemic depressed on-stage production, construction continues on many new and/or renovated performing arts facilities. These projects are being adapted in recognition of both the physical constraints and social changes brought on by the pandemic; however the potential benefits of these changes go well beyond traditional health and safety concerns. The discussion around these infrastructure projects is also based on organizational purpose and how arts companies can use their new facilities to... Keep reading on AEA Consulting.