In this thought-provoking episode of the Arts and Everything in Between podcast, host Lucy Costelloe welcomes Alan Harrison, a multifaceted arts professional with over 30 years of experience in the US theater scene. Alan, an author, speaker, writer, performer, nonprofit executive, and artist, shares his extensive journey through leading, producing, directing, and promoting over 300 theatrical productions on and off Broadway.In this episode, you'll learn:

• The Realities of the Nonprofit Arts Sector: Alan's candid take on the struggles and triumphs within the arts, including insights from his latest book, Scene Change.
• Impact vs. Attendance: Why measuring the impact of your arts organisation is more critical than just tracking attendance, and how focusing on genuine community needs can redefine success.
• Intentional Change: Practical steps for arts organisations to pivot towards intentional, impactful work that truly benefits the community.
• The Role of Arts Organisations: A deep dive into why arts organisations need to move beyond just presenting art and start contributing to social and economic solutions in their communities.

Join Lucy and Alan as they explore these critical topics and provide actionable advice for making arts organisations indispensable to their communities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in the arts sector looking to create meaningful change and achieve lasting impact.

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Join arts and culture industry leaders and specialists for actionable advice and inspiration as they share their stories and expertise and discuss the big issues at the forefront of the arts and culture landscape.

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RESOURCES

Purchase Scene Change here: https://scenechangebook.com

Visit Alan's Website: https://501c3.guru/

Find Alan on ArtsJournal: https://www.artsjournal.com/scenechange/about-alan-harrison/

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