Paul Hansen & Brett Ashley Crawford 
Raising the Curtain [PDF ebook] 
Technology Success Stories from Performing Arts Leaders and Artists

Learn how emerging technologies benefit artists and performing arts organizations

Raising the Curtain: Technology Success Stories from Performing Arts Leaders and Artists focuses on empowering artists and performing arts organizations in theater, dance, and music to grow audiences and to increase impact through smart and strategic uses of technology. This book will help you effectively increase your artistic and administrative reach in order to expand your outreach to diverse audiences, without breaking the bank. In fact, you’ll be more efficient by choosing multi-function technologies that work for you. You’ll also see how advanced software can extend your donor reach–and ensure that you’re contacting donors at the right time. You can also maximize your organization’s brand by incorporating social media, AI tools, media streaming platforms, and more.

Inside, you’ll learn about the most useful tech tools out there, including a wide breadth of technology, from Tessitura to A.I., from the success stories of artists such as Emmet Cohen and Jane Monheit, and organizations such as Attack Theatre and The Kennedy Center. Even more importantly, you’ll gain the confidence you need to incorporate technology into all areas of your organization in order to define your path to greater success.

* Discover software platforms, online tools, and other interactive technologies useful to designers, artists, and arts organizations

* Save money, expand your reach, and future-proof your performing arts organization or career

* Lead conversations about technologies and digital opportunities with staff, board members, or donors

* Get an overview of technology that addresses the unique opportunities and challenges facing the performing arts industry

This book is a great resource for performing arts administrators and artists to learn new ideas about technology solutions. Administrators, leaders, and performers alike will appreciate the opportunity to bring art to audiences using today’s latest innovations.

Circa l’autore

BRETT ASHLEY CRAWFORD, Ph D is an associate teaching professor of Arts Management at Carnegie Mellon University. She leads the Arts Management and Technology Laboratory (AMT Lab), researching exciting emerging technology in the performing arts.

PAUL HANSEN is a performing arts marketing consultant and writer.