Michael Kaiser

Canadian Stage Records Surplus of $289,749
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2024

Canadian Stage has eliminated a 37-year deficit for the 2023-24 season, marking a significant financial milestone for the renowned arts organization. Learn more!

Asolo Rep Receives $15,000 Capacity Building Grant from Community Foundation of Sarasota County
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Asolo Repertory Theatre has received a $15,000 Capacity Building Grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support the development of a five-year strategic plan for the theatre.

Capital Stage Reveals Five-Year Strategic Plan ï»Â¿Heading Into 20th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024

The Capital Stage Board of Directors have approved a new visionary Strategic Plan, that was developed with one of the country’s leading arts consultants, Michael Kaiser, Chairman of the DeVos Institute of Arts Managementand President Emeritus of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC.

National Alliance for Musical Theatre Unveils Lineup for 2023 Fall Conference at Pershing Square Signature Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2023

Get all the details about the lineup of the National Alliance for Musical Theatre's 2023 Fall Conference, featuring 'New Musicals on the Horizon' at Pershing Square Signature Center in NYC. Find out the dates and be prepared for an exciting event in the world of musical theatre.

Kwofe Coleman Named Muny's Next President and CEO
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2021

The Muny Board of Directors announced today the appointment of Kwofe Coleman as the theatre's next president and CEO, effective January 1, 2022. He will succeed Denny Reagan, who has been with The Muny since 1968, and has served as president and CEO since 1991.

Student Blog: A Swag Bag of Spring Entertainment - Frosty's World 12
by Student Blogger: Laura Frost - Mar 24, 2021

It is always encouraging to hear the stories of Baldwin Wallace University alumni who make it big in the arts field. Oh, and I forgot to list a critical Baldwin Wallace University campus hot tip.

Dance Parade 2021 Announces Grand Marshals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2021

Heading the event will be Grand Marshals  LISA LISA; the Latina Pop Music Legend, Dance Theatre of Harlem founding member and current Artistic Director VIRGINIA JOHNSON; and H.T. CHEN & DIAN DONG, founding directors of Chen Dance Center. 

Michael R. Jackson, Lauren Gunderson and More to Take Part in Olney Theatre Center's STREAMING SATURDAYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2020

Beginning this Saturday. May 9 at 5:00 pm, Olney Theatre Center presents 'Streaming Saturdays: Artists Envision the Future' a new series of live, online discussions that will feature the perspectives of a wide range of theatre makers locally and across the country.

BWW Interview: SO NOW YOU KNOW with Christiane Noll
by Nicholas Adler - Apr 25, 2020

Included in the questions for this column, I ask each performer to send an inspirational quote that they love. This artist sent the following thought, which sits upon an image of a green door, a?oeIf it doesn't open, it's not your door.a?? Being a TONY Award nominated actress, this quote speaks volumes about this week's artist, Christiane Noll.

Paul Taylor Company Dancer Michael Novak Named Artistic Director Designate
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2018

Paul Taylor announced today that he has created a new artistic position at the Paul Taylor Dance Foundation. Mr. Taylor has appointed Taylor Company Dancer Michael Novak to be the Artistic Director Designate effective July 1, 2018.

Free Tickets for Star-Studded Barbara Cook Tribute Available to the Public Monday
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2017

A very limited number of free tickets for A TRIBUTE TO BARBARA COOK will be distributed to the general public beginning at 12noon on Monday, December 11 on a first-come, first-served basis (limit of 2 per person) at the Vivian Beaumont Theater box office (150 West 65 Street).

Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Norm Lewis and More Will Pay Tribute to Barbara Cook
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2017

Ren e Fleming, Norm Lewis, Audra McDonald, Jessica Molaskey, Kelli O'Hara, John Pizzarelli, and Vanessa Williams are scheduled to perform in A TRIBUTE TO BARBARA COOK, directed by James Lapine, on Monday, December 18 at 5pm at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street).

Chicago Arts Leader Named Weidner Center Executive and Artistic Director
by Julie Musbach - Oct 29, 2017

After a nationwide search, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay announced today the appointment of Chicago arts leader Kelli Strickland as the new executive and artistic director of the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts. Provost Greg Davis announced the appointment. Strickland begins her new role October 31, 2017.

Kaiser Consultation Results in Staff Additions and Intensified Focus for Opera Orlando
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2017

Michael Kaiser, chairman of the DeVos Institute of Arts Management and president emeritus of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, recently completed a six-month organizational analysis of Opera Orlando. He worked closely with the organization's board and staff to create a five-year strategic plan.

Pennsylvania Ballet Executive Director David Gray To Leave
by Molly Tracy - Apr 21, 2017

Pennsylvania Ballet Executive Director David Gray has announced that he will be leaving the Ballet at the end of June for an opportunity on the horizon that requires his family to relocate.

National YoungArts Foundation Names New President And CEO
by Tyler Peterson - May 3, 2016

The Board of Trustees of the National YoungArts Foundation today announced the appointment of Carolina Garcia Jayaram as President and Chief Executive Officer. Ms. Jayaram succeeds Michael Kaiser, Interim Chief Executive Officer. She will assume her post on June 20, 2016.

Photo Flash: Rosie Perez, Robert Wilson, Tony Yazbeck and More at YoungArts 2016 Backyard Ball
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2016

On Saturday, January 9, 2016, the National YoungArts Foundation (YoungArts) kicked off its 35th anniversary with the organization's annual Backyard Ball performance and gala. Themed 'Celebrating 35 Years Through the Lens of the Future,' the evening honored director and actress Rosie Perez and director Robert Wilson with Arison Awards, and performer, Tony Award nominee, YoungArts Master Teacher and 1997 YoungArts Winner in Theater Tony Yazbeck with the Arison Alumni Award. Scroll down for photos from the event!

Chicago Human Rhythm Project Awarded Bloomberg Philanthropies Grant
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 23, 2015

The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP) has announced that it is a grantee recipient of Bloomberg Philanthropies' Arts Innovation and Management (AIM) program. Through the two-year initiative, Bloomberg Philanthropies is providing $30 million across 262 small and mid-sized nonprofit cultural organizations around the country to help strengthen their operational and programming efforts, including training in fundraising, audience development and board member engagement.

Philadelphia Theatre Company Returns as Owner of Iconic Suzanne Roberts Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2015

The Philadelphia Theatre Company announced today that it has repurchased the iconic Suzanne Roberts Theatre from TD Bank, thanks in large part to a spirited community effort led by the Roberts family that raised over $3 million and enabled PTC to reclaim its longtime home, which is the final piece to its remarkable fiscal and artistic turnaround.

Michael M. Kaiser Reflects on State of the Arts in New Book 'Curtains?: The Future of the Arts in America'
by Tori Leiber - Feb 11, 2015

Michael M. Kaiser, founder and chairman of the DeVos Institute of Arts Management at the University of Maryland, is the author of 'Curtains?: The Future of the Arts in America,' published by Brandeis University Press.