Learn how emerging technologies benefit artists and performing arts organizations Raising the Curtain: Technology Success Stories from Performing Arts Leaders and Artists focuses on empowering artists and performing arts organizations in theater, dance, and music to grow audiences and to increase impact through smart and strategic uses of technology. This book will help you effectively increase your artistic and administrative reach in order to expand your outreach to diverse audiences, without breaking the bank. In fact, you'll be more efficient by choosing multi-function technologies that work for you. You'll also see how advanced software can extend your donor reach--and ensure that you're contacting donors at the right time. You can also maximize your organization's brand by incorporating social media, AI tools, media streaming platforms, and more. Inside, you'll learn about the most useful tech tools out there, including a wide breadth of technology, from Tessitura to A.I., from the success stories of artists such as Emmet Cohen and Jane Monheit, and organizations such as Attack Theatre and The Kennedy Center. Even more importantly, you'll gain the confidence you need to incorporate technology into all areas of your organization in order to define your path to greater success. * Discover software platforms, online tools, and other interactive technologies useful to designers, artists, and arts organizations * Save money, expand your reach, and future-proof your performing arts organization or career * Lead conversations about technologies and digital opportunities with staff, board members, or donors * Get an overview of technology that addresses the unique opportunities and challenges facing the performing arts industry This book is a great resource for performing arts administrators and artists to learn new ideas about technology solutions. Administrators, leaders, and performers alike will appreciate the opportunity to bring art to audiences using today's latest innovations.

Discover emerging technologies with the potential to transform your performing arts organization

"Whether you are the accidental techie or experienced technologist at an arts organization, 'Raising the Curtain' will provide you with a wealth of insights about becoming a 'tech-first' arts organization - the key to surviving and thriving as an arts organization post-pandemic."
-- Beth Kanter, Author & Nonprofit Technology Leader recognized by Fast Company & NTEN Lifetime Achievement Award.

"Technology isn't something a lean organization can't embrace; rather, Crawford and Hansen demonstrate it's a smart technology setup that allows organizations to be lean. Simply written, easy to understand, and covering tech's integration in each facet of a performing arts organization, this book is a necessary guide for every arts administrator."
-- Aubrey Bergauer, the "Steve Jobs of Classical Music", The Guardian, CEO, Changing the Narrative.

"At a time of unprecedented challenges for performing arts organizations, Crawford and Hansen have written a practical and indispensable handbook on how to face these issues. Rather than seeing technology as a threat, Crawford and Hansen provide the theory and concrete examples showing how arts organizations can benefit from technology best practices. The organizations they cite provide important guideposts for other organizations who want to learn."
-- Michael Mael, Co-Founder, Advisory Board for the Arts. Former Executive Director of Washington National Opera