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• There’s A Ton Of Money In Video Games. Video Game Workers Aren’t Getting Much Of It

  04-04-2019 23:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  It’s a $44 billion business. But recently there have been layoffs. Workers have no protection. And some parts of the workforce barely make $10 an hour. Not the picture you thought, right? – The New York Times
  
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• Absurd? Why Would LA County Museum Of Art Spend $650M To REDUCE Its Gallery Space?

  04-04-2019 23:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  Christopher Knight: “What was once a project designed to add nearly 50,000 square feet of critically needed gallery space committed to showcasing the museum’s impressive and still-growing permanent collection of paintings, sculptures and other global works of art has been turned on its head. Now, rather than enlarge the capacity, the scheme is to reduce the existing gallery square footage by more than 10,000 square feet.” – Los Angeles Times
  
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• Can The Shed Mitigate The Corporate Wasteland Of Hudson Yards?

  04-04-2019 22:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro and Rockwell Group, the Shed is meant to be the cultural giveback that compensates for the vulgar mess of the larger Yards project. Looking a bit like a bubble-clad airplane hangar, it sits on the southern edge of the Yards with two distinct elements defining its architecture: a boxlike form projecting out of the bottom of a high-rise residential tower, and a canopy with translucent plastic side panels, mounted on wheels and rails, that opens onto a public pl
  
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• What If You Imagined An Ideal, Democratic, Artistically Vibrant Arts Space? Would It Be The Shed?

  04-04-2019 21:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  “We kind of stepped off a cliff and proposed a multi-use, multi-genre space that wasn’t devoted either to visual or performing arts, but could embrace that whole spectrum and anything we couldn’t forecast in the future.” – CityLab
  
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• Salvador Dalí, Book Illustrator

  04-04-2019 21:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  “Throughout the second half of his life, Dalí had a curious side-project … illustrating the Western canon: Don Quixote and Macbeth in 1946; The Divine Comedy between 1951 and 1964; the Bible between 1963 and 1964; Alice in Wonderland in 1969; Henry V and Henry VI in 1970; The Life of Gargantua and Pantagruel in 1973; and Paradise Lost in 1974. Browsing a shelf of the West’s most renowned titles, it’s surprisingly hard to find one for which he didn’t do the
  
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• Female Contemporary Dance Artist / Coalesce Dance Theatre / North West / Salford

  04-04-2019 20:47
  Audition Date - Saturday 4th May 2019 
  Time - 1pm - 6pm 
  Location - New Adelphi Building, University of Salford Coalesce Dance Theatre are seeking two north west based female...
  
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• Grande Dame Of Music: Still Going Strong At 100

  04-04-2019 20:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  Pianist and teacher Thelma Wilson has performed for the Queen, taught thousands ofstudents, and is the mother and wife in a family of illustrious musicians, including one of the founders of the Emerson Quartet. And she can still play a meanKinderszenen. – Winnipeg Free Press
  
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• Grants and Programmes Manager (Industry Funds) / PRS Foundation / London

  04-04-2019 20:05
  PRS Foundation is the UK’s leading charitable funder of new music and talent development across all genres. We invest in the future of music by supporting the creation of...
  
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• A University Course In Bullshit Detection (Because Bullshit Really Is Everywhere)

  04-04-2019 20:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  “Calling Bullshit: Data Reasoning in a Digital World” at the University of Washington “is not dedicated to teaching students that Fox News promotes ‘fake news or that National Enquirer headlines are fallacious. Instead, the class operates under the assumption that the structures through which today’s endless information comes to the consumer — algorithms, data graphics, info analytics, peer-reviewed publications — are in many ways as full of bullshit as
  
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• Marketing and Audience Development Co-ordinator / London Symphony Orchestra / London

  04-04-2019 19:42
  The Marketing and Audience Development Co-ordinator is a key part of the Marketing team at the LSO. You’ll deliver world-class, inspiring marketing communications that deliver our key messages...
  
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• The Young Orchestra Exec Who’s Turned Her Orchestra Into A Growth Industry

  04-04-2019 19:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  When Aubrey Bergauer arrived in 2014, the California Symphony was on the brink of financial collapse. Now, ticket sales have increased by 70 percent, concerts are frequently added to keep up with the demand, and the number of donors has nearly quadrupled. As orchestras around the country deal with aging audiences and search for ways to stay relevant—with midsize symphonies facing greater financial challenges than their big-city, big-donor counterparts—the California Symphony has suc
  
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• Maintenance Assistant / New Victoria Theatre / South East

  04-04-2019 19:32
  The Ambassadors, Woking is seeking a multi skilled individual with experience in maintenance and operation of building systems to maintain our busy and vibrant public entertainment...
  
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• Marketing Officer / Leeds Playhouse / Yorkshire / Leeds

  04-04-2019 19:11
  Leeds Playhouse is seeking a Marketing Officer
  The Communications Team at Leeds Playhouse takes a data focused approach, working in a fast-paced environment, constantly striving to be at the...
  
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• Federal Judge Strikes Down Oklahoma Law About Marketing Of Native American Art

  04-04-2019 19:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  “U.S. District Judge Charles B. Goodwin ruled that the Oklahoma Indian Arts and Crafts Sales Act violates the U.S. Constitution because it is more restrictive than a federal law with the same purpose — protecting and promoting Indian artists. The Oklahoma law requires artists to be members of a federally recognized tribe if they are to market their art as American Indian. The federal law also allows members of tribes recognized only by a state to market art as American Indian, along
  
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• Art Teacher (Summer School) / ISSOS International Summer Schools / St Andrews

  04-04-2019 18:58
  The ISSOS Art Teacher will introduce a wide variety of artistic techniques and styles, covering skills such as line drawing and oil painting to more contemporary practices such as sculpting and...
  
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• Education Head of Instrumental Learning / Opera North / Yorkshire

  04-04-2019 18:51
  An opportunity has arisen within the Education team for a professional musician to lead a large team of experienced instrumental tutors who deliver a year-round programme of high quality and engaging...
  
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• FOH Duty Manager / Theatre Deli / London

  04-04-2019 18:35
  Opportunity: FOH Duty Manager (Part-Time)
  Theatre Deli at Broadgate is a placemaking project that delivers a unique creative and artistic space in the City of London. Consisting of Deli Studios, a...
  
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• Front of House Supervisor / Leas Cliff Hall / South East

  04-04-2019 18:26
  To assist the Customer Experience Management team in the day to day running of the venues front of house operation. To ensure the highest levels of customer service are achieved whilst ensuring...
  
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• 5x5: Five Sussex Artists talk about their work / Blue Monkey Network / South East

  04-04-2019 18:13
  This popular event provides an opportunity for our five artist-presenters to brush up on their presentation skills, as well as a chance for Sussex artists to get to know each other better and explore...
  
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• Tate's William Blake show celebrates wife's creative influence

  04-04-2019 18:01
  Catherine Blake brought out of shadows in exhibition also featuring artist’s self-portraitWilliam Blake’s wife, Catherine, is to be brought out of the shadows and celebrated as a lifelong creative influence, in the largest exhibition in a generation devoted to an artist believed by many to be one of Britain’s greatest.Tate Britain has announced details of its big autumn Blake show, bringing together more than 300 works. It will include the first UK display of a piece thought to
  
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• Summer Courses in Performance Design and Prop Making / Scenehouse Edinburgh / Scotland

  04-04-2019 17:57
  Professional level courses in Theatre /Performance Design and Prop Making, in Edinburgh.
  Scenehouse offers a range of courses in Design and prop construction skills. During the two DESIGN courses we...
  
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• Rehang Project and Curatorial Programme Manager / Rehang Project and Curatorial Programme Manager / London / LONDON

  04-04-2019 17:41
  Our ambition is for Tate Britain to speak to the whole of society, extending our audience and championing the role of art and artists in culture and society. In June 2020 Tate Britain will be...
  
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• Community Singing Facilitator- Devon / Find Your Voice / South West

  04-04-2019 17:35
  COMMUNITY SINGING FACILITATOR - DEVONLocation: Devon 
  Salary: £40 per hour
  Hours: Part time, 3+ hours a weekFind Your Voice is a UK wide organisation who deliver fun and engaging...
  
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• Head of Education and Learning / Bow Arts Trust / London

  04-04-2019 17:25
  Bow Arts is seeking an entrepreneurial and experienced Head of Education and Learning to lead our renowned Education Programme, delivering artist-led projects with 100 schools across 14 London...
  
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• Office Manager / Scene & Heard / London

  04-04-2019 17:15
  Established in 1999, Scene & Heard is a highly successful, award winning charity with a proven track record.  We are recruiting an organised and motivated Office Manager to join our busy...
  
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• Call Out: We're Here! @ BAC - an evening of LGBTQI+ performance / / London

  04-04-2019 17:10
  Victor Esses is looking for performers, theatre makers, game masters, live artists, poets, spoken word artists, dancers, musicians and activists to submit proposals for short pieces of work, work in...
  
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• Trustee (Treasurer) / Lanchester Trust / West Midlands

  04-04-2019 17:00
  The Lanchester Trust is dedicated to preserving the legacy of noted engineer and inventor Dr Frederick Lanchester and his brothers Frank and George. The pioneering Fred Lanchester was an automotive...
  
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• Inclusion Events & Partnerships Executive / British Film Institute / London

  04-04-2019 16:56
  We are looking for an Inclusion Events & Partnerships Executive to join our Inclusion Team, to support the Head of Inclusion in embedding the BFI’s diversity & inclusion activity,...
  
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• Alchemy - Printmaking Group Show / factor-m / London

  04-04-2019 16:56
  Artists from Richmond, Kew and Kingston come together in the Central London village of Shepherd Market to show recent prints.Alchemy refers to the seemingly magical process of combining elements...
  
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• Creative Voices Workshop (May 11) / Hearing the Voice / North East

  04-04-2019 16:30
  Irrespective of experience, genre and form, an opportunity to explore WRITERS INNER VOICES – what they are and why they matter.
  Many writers are familiar with hearing and/or seeing their...
  
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• Documentation Assistant / The Cheltenham Trust / South West

  04-04-2019 16:28
  We’re recruiting for two documentation officers to support a remarkable museum collection at a significant point in its development.
  The Wilson holds the extensive collections of Cheltenham....
  
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• Visitor Host / The Horniman Museum and Gardens / London

  04-04-2019 16:12
  The Horniman Museum and Gardens in south east London has been open since Victorian times, when the tea trader and philanthropist, Frederick John Horniman first opened his house and extraordinary...
  
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• Finance Officer / Free Word / London

  04-04-2019 16:11
  WHO WE ARE
  Free Word is an arts organisation focused on the power and politics of words. We are also a home for organisations interested in who gets to speak and be heard in society.
  In our central...
  
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• Account Manager / Spektrix / London or Manchester

  04-04-2019 16:09
  We are looking for an experienced arts management specialist to help us execute high quality account management in the UK and represent the voice of our clients within our business. Getting involved...
  
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• Learning Manager / Shobana Jeyasingh Dance / London / London

  04-04-2019 15:51
  We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Learning Manager to join our team (maternity cover). He/She will be responsible for devising and delivering the company’s Learning...
  
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• With For About: Art & Democracy / Heart of Glass / North West

  04-04-2019 15:48
  The fourth annual #WithForAbout conference asks:
  Is art, and the making of art, the last frontier in the fight for democracy and the realisation of civil society?
  The politics of our times...
  
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• Development Officer, Collections / Tate / London

  04-04-2019 15:46
  This is an exciting chance for an aspiring fundraiser to join the team and help Tate to strengthen our collection further. In this role, you will provide organisational and administrative support to...
  
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• Area Manager / Inspiring Music / Central Bedfordshire Council / East / Ampthill

  04-04-2019 15:31
  Inspiring Music, the music service for Central Bedfordshire is currently seeking an innovative and inspirational Area Manager.  This role will oversee our high-quality musical provision being...
  
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• Shell Heritage Art Collection Assistant / National Motor Museum Trust Ltd / South East

  04-04-2019 15:00
  22.5 hours per week
  The Shell Heritage Art Collection is housed at the National Motor Museum’s Collections Centre in Beaulieu and is one of the most important collections of 20thCentury...
  
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• Events Sales Executive / Science Museum Group / Yorkshire

  04-04-2019 14:42
  Are you a passionate and commercially minded Events Sales professional?
  As part of Science Museum Group’s commitment to developing a world-class cultural offer, our Events team support in the...
  
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• Press Corp Volunteer / The Bristol Improv Theatre / South East

  04-04-2019 14:30
  The BIT's Volunteer Press Corp helps the theatre showcase its exciting and varied programme. From event photography to live tweeting, seasoned pros and eager amateurs with all manner of skills make...
  
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• Casual Work: Retail Assistant / Royal Opera House / London

  04-04-2019 14:29
  Casual Work£10.20 per hour
  In September 2018, following the Open Up project, we opened our doors to an even wider group of people to experience what the Royal Opera House has to offer. This...
  
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• PA to Group Leaders / Heatherwick Studio / London

  04-04-2019 14:13
  Heatherwick Studio is looking for a PA to support two Group Leaders (GL) on a day to day base. Your role is proactively providing a high level of care and support to ensure the success of the Group...
  
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• Deputy Ticketing and Sales Manager / New Theatre / South East

  04-04-2019 14:04
  The New Theatre is looking for a vibrant, organised and enthusiastic individual to support the Ticketing and Sales Management team.
  The New Theatre is situated in the vibrant and historic City of...
  
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• Documentation Assistant / Wirral Museums Service / North West / Birkenhead

  04-04-2019 13:55
  Wirral Museums Service has funding to address a significant backlog in the accessioning and documentation programme. We have contracted MODES to provide the collections management database...
  
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• Documentation Officer / Wirral Museums Service / North West / Birkenhead

  04-04-2019 13:49
  Wirral Museums Service has funding to address a significant backlog in the accessioning and documentation programme. We have contracted MODES to provide the collections management database...
  
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• Part-time Hourly Lecturer: MA Programmes / Norwich University of the Arts / East

  04-04-2019 13:42
  Part-time Hourly Lecturer: MA Programmes
  We are looking for enthusiastic and engaging lecturers to contribute to teaching on our MA programmes, particularly in the areas of Photography,...
  
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• Artist Commission Opportunity / Dallas-Pierce-Quintero for Ashford Council / South East

  04-04-2019 13:05
  Artist Commission Opportunity
   Dallas-Pierce-Quintero and Ashford Borough Council invite Artists / Creative Practitioners to submit an Expression of Interest to lead a community-engaged arts...
  
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• Learning Inclusion Coordinator / The Fitzwilliam Museum / East / Central Cambridge

  04-04-2019 13:00
  Learning Inclusion Coordinator Part time (0.4FTE)
  University of Cambridge Museums is a consortium of the eight University Museums and the Cambridge University Botanic Garden, which works in...
  
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• Freelance Dance and Drama Facilitators / One Day Creative Education / London

  04-04-2019 12:51
  One Day is a fresh and forward-thinking Creative Education Company, connecting children and learning with creativity and imagination. Our innovative approach to education is the perfect companion for...
  
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