Controversial & Provocative Art: Their Role in Communities, Classrooms, & Arts OrganizationsPresenter: James MarchantThis is a study and research paper that investigates, examines, and analyzes the creation of controversial and provocative art and the role it plays in communities, classrooms, and arts organizations.
Developing Unique Theories for Arts AdministrationPresenter: Anthony RhineThis research collaboration aims to address the critical need for developing theories specific to arts administration, a field that currently relies heavily on theories borrowed from other disciplines. The unique business model of nonprofit arts organizations, which blends charitable missions with commercial ticket sales, necessitates a tailored theoretical framework. Our discussion will focus on:
- Identifying gaps in existing theories when applied to arts administration
- Exploring the distinctive challenges faced by arts organizations, such as balancing artistic integrity with financial sustainability
- Examining how traditional marketing practices fall short in the nonprofit arts sector
- Investigating the impact of evolving funding models and audience engagement strategies on organizational theory
- Analyzing the intersection of arts management with other disciplines to create a multifaceted theoretical approach
Participants will be encouraged to share their expertise in various aspects of arts administration, including financial management, audience development, and organizational structure. We will collaboratively map out potential new theories that address the sector's unique characteristics, such as the artist-manager relationship, the role of public funding, and the balance between mission fulfillment and revenue generation.
