Roses and chocolate are everywhere and your patrons are officially on the lookout for Valentine’s Day date ideas. You might think that this holiday is all about a romantic dinner but it doesn’t have to stop there. Events can be the unsung hero for any …
The 10 Best Live Performances Ever Shown on TV
Everyone knows the best live performances ever are better experienced in person than watching them on TV. But it’s important not to discount the magic of television when it comes to bringing culture to the masses. Because for many people, their first exposure to the …
Vendini’s Guide to the 2017 Tony Awards
The 2017 Tony Awards are upon us and we couldn’t be more excited. Ever since its television debut in 1967, the Tony Awards have been the single biggest national showcase for presenting new theatrical works to the public. For people who book shows for a …
8 Unique Events Companies You Probably Didn’t Know About
Think about the last ticket you bought. It’s likely you went to the movies, a concert or a play, right? We love the arts and live music—it’s our bread and butter. But there’s also another world of events that audiences enjoy and buy tickets for. …
Tickets to See Hamilton: Does the Experience Justify the Cost?
When I purchased tickets to see Hamilton: An American Musical featuring the original New York cast, the show had not yet become the phenomenon it is today. I paid less than $150 for my third-row, mezzanine ticket. Eighteen months later, tickets on Broadway are going …
Walkin’ Nashville: An Interview with Bill DeMain
Walkin’ Nashville isn’t just what you do when your dog dies, your wife leaves you and your truck breaks down. It’s also the name of the most popular Nashville walking tour for music lovers, and it’s hosted by American music maven Bill DeMain. Over the …
Igloofest: Behind the Scenes of the World’s Coldest Dance Party
As January descends on Montreal, Quebec, low temperatures plummet to an average of -14°C (7°F). The winds off the city’s old port add to the chilling effect, making the average felt temperature closer to -20°C (-4°F). This kind of cold would make some people retreat …
5 Comedians Who (Literally) Died On Stage
They say that comedy is tragedy that happens to other people. For a few unfortunate performers, however, comedy and tragedy have shared the same stage. Every comedian has had an experience of “dying” on stage at some point, but these five comedians literally died on …
How to Cancel an Event (Like a Pro)
4 Tips for Theaters and Venues
It’s universally accepted that Rule #1 of showbiz is, “the show must go on.” Which means that Rule #2 is, “if the show can’t go on, you better handle it properly before your audience turns into an angry mob.” For theater and venue owners, it’s …
11 Things You Didn’t Know about the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities
(And Why Both Liberals and Conservatives Should Continue to Support the NEA)
On January 19, 2017, The Hill reported that the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities would be “eliminated entirely” under plans from incoming President Donald Trump. For many, this report was both shocking and heartbreaking. Because while the agency has faced attacks in the past, …
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