Rebecca Coleman Dandilions and Firelighters
I went to the Art Strike this afternoon. It was like the weather was on our side, because it was a grey and rainy day. We were instructed to wear grey–the colour of a world without art, and the weather […]
It’s a social media revolution!
Last month, I shared with you a really cool video that demonstrated the power of Social Media. In the same vein, I share with you this video, about Socialnomics: Kinda puts things in perspective, huh? : : : : : […]
Mind-mapping
I’ve had the opportunity to work on a few website re-designs over the past year. Several of my clients have allowed me to be a part of the process. I’ve been really happy with the results, especially http://www.itsazoo.org. Designing or […]
Update on Financial Cuts to the Arts
This has been an absolutely exhausting week. It all started last Friday when most of the theatre companies in Vancouver got letters from the Provincial Government saying that thier Gaming funding was being pulled, and the three-year agreement that they […]
Guest post: Matthew DiMera responds to “Is bigger, better?”
Yesterday, I wrote a guest post for Musicals in Vancouver entitled Some Shows are Better, Bigger. Today, Musicals in Vancouver writer, Matthew DiMera, returns the favor, and responds. I’m a true-blue theatre-goer and there’s a special place in my heart […]
Alliance calls community meeting for Wednesday
From Kevin McKeown, the new Director of Communications at The Alliance for Arts and Culture: Alliance for Arts and Culture ARTS COMMUNITY MEETING Wednesday, September 2, 2009 1 pm to 3 pm Museum of Vancouver 1100 Chestunut Street The Alliance […]
Massive turnout at Press Conference in support of Spencer Hebert
What a way to catch up with friends and colleagues. The theatre community was well represented today at the press conference at Spencer Hebert’s downtown office. Many of them were my colleagues, friends, and clients. But it’s like meeting people […]
Local arts community rallies in the face of massive cuts
This always happens when I take a vacation. Something big. The arts community, including many theatre companies here in Vancouver, rely heavily on gaming for funding. What that means is, non-profit organizations (which includes many arts organizations) get grants for […]
Blog success
At the risk of sounding “boasty,” I wanted to share something with you. As you know, I went on vacation for two weeks at the end of July and beginning of August. During that time, I didn’t put up one […]
Why I love the Theatre. Reason #12
You may have heard the rumor that I have been on vacation. In Greece. While the purpose of my trip was solely for rest and relaxation, I spent the last two days before coming home exploring the ruins of the […]