Engage May 2010

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Speakers:

Lisa Byrd - Executive Director, ProArts Collective
Kathy Panoff - Executive Director, Texas Performing Arts
Cookie Ruiz - Executive Director, Ballet Austin
Discussion moderated by Jim Walker - Director of Sustainability, The University of Texas at Austin

Summary:

As arts organizations across the nation are struggling through tough times, what does Austin’s burgeoning arts scene need to turn the corner? What are the municipal efforts to create an environment that encourages performing and visual arts as a vibrant part of our city? Do local arts organizations feel sustained by the community at large?

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References from the Discussion:

ProArts Collective
Texas Performing Arts
Ballet Austin
CreateAustin: Austin's Community Cultural Plan
Austin's African-American Cultural Heritage District
The Trash Project - Allison Orr and Forklift Danceworks

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