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Good morning: Why is there a story about antitrust and attempts to break up Big Tech companies in AJ today? Because these leviathans have gotten so big and so powerful that they determine what culture gets seen and shared and by whom. And they have far too much power. First Female Director Appointed at the Louvre in 230 Years Laurence des Cars has made history as the first woman to be appointed director of the Louvre in its 230-year history. Read more in Le Monde. Ancient Greek Shipwreck Yields New Artifacts in the Aegean Archaeologists have uncovered a wealth of new artifacts from an ancient Greek shipwreck in the Aegean Sea, including bronze statues and ceramics, providing new insights into ancient Mediterranean trade routes. Read more in National Geographic. China Overtakes the US in Box Office Revenue For the first time in history, China’s annual box office revenue has surpassed that of the United States, signaling a significant shift in the global entertainment industry. Read more in Variety. Europe’s Top Art Collectors Face Backlash Over Climate Activism Some of Europe’s leading art collectors are under fire for their support of climate activism while continuing to profit from industries tied to fossil fuels. This growing controversy highlights the tension between art patronage and environmental responsibility. Read more in The Art Newspaper. Controversy Surrounds New AI-Powered Art Critic A new AI-powered platform designed to critique art has sparked debates about the role of artificial intelligence in the art world. Read more in Wired. As usual – the rest of the stories we collected are below. Share this newsletter with someone who might be interested. Have a great weekend. Doug
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PREMIUM AJ CLASSIFIEDS Reach our 30,000 subscribers - Advertise on AJ The Prior serves as a catalyst for an integrative, cross-disciplinary liberal arts education, centering the creative and performing arts within the development of Holy Cross students. [READ MORE] | Over the past half-century, Syracuse Stage has produced more than 300 plays, including a number of world, American, and East Coast premieres. [READ MORE] | The Director of Development (DOD – Full Time) is responsible for envisioning, planning, implementing, overseeing, and assessing The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival’s fundraising plans in support of the organization’s artistic programming, community education programming, strategic vision, and future growth. Reporting to the Executive Director, the DOD will be responsible for securing contributed revenue through […] [READ MORE] | The ideal candidate is someone who can maintain a detailed calendar, communicate clearly with relevant parties, troubleshoot unforeseen problems effectively and enjoys working closely with many different kinds of personalities. [READ MORE] | SJIMA’s mission is to create a nationally accredited art museum featuring regional, national, and international exhibits that excite, educate, and inspire. [READ MORE] |
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AJ CLASSIFIEDS Reach our 30,000 subscribers - Advertise on ArtsJournal jobs The Penn State Altoona Visual Art Studies program invites applications for its Spring 2025 Emerging Artist in Residence. [READ MORE] jobs The Director of Programming and Booking is responsible for developing and implementing the artistic vision and focus of the Hult Center for the Performing Arts. [READ MORE] jobs The Director of Development and Marketing leads SAB’s fundraising and marketing strategy and operations in support of SAB’s mission and long-term financial vitality. [READ MORE] jobs The Box Office Manager / Marketing Assistant manages the orchestra’s box office operations with a strong commitment to customer relations and audience experience. [READ MORE] jobs The American Visionary Art Museum seeks a dynamic leader to partner with board, staff, and constituents to envision and build the next chapter for this extraordinary museum dedicated to visionaries of all sorts. [READ MORE] jobs The J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts and the faculty, staff, and students of the School of Art at Texas Tech University enthusiastically seek nominations and applications for a visionary leader [READ MORE] jobs The Director of Development (DoD) will design, shape, and lead all fundraising initiatives to advance New Art’s annual and strategic goals. [READ MORE] jobs The Executive Director will manage all business operations of the ASO, with a primary focus on leading community engagement, donor cultivation, and strategic planning processes. [READ MORE] jobs The Executive Director of the Colonial Performing Arts Center will report directly to the Board of Directors and serve as the Colonial’s chief executive officer. [READ MORE] Place a classified ad |
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- Sunil Iyengar - Alan Harrison - Jan Herman - Joe Horowitz - Aaron Dworkin |
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- Christian Science Monitor - The New York Times IDEAS |
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- The Philadelphia Inquirer (MSN) MEDIA |
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- Los Angeles Times - The Hollywood Reporter - Los Angeles Times (Yahoo!) - The Hollywood Reporter MUSIC |
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- The Wall Street Journal - The Guardian - Song of the Lark - Variety - San Francisco Chronicle (MSN) PEOPLE |
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- The New York Times THEATRE |
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- Dezeen - Artnet - T — The New York Times Style Magazine WORDS |
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- Literary Hub - Publishers Weekly - Axios - The Conversation Happy reading! Got a story recommendation? We love to hear them. Send tips to artsbeat@artsjournal.com. We'll see you tomorrow. |
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