Routledge Companion to Arts Management

The Routledge Companion to Arts Management provides insights from scholars, educators, consultants, and practitioners, exploring important questions and concerns about the field. It is organized into four thematic areas: history, evolution, entrepreneurship, leadership, cultural policy, cultural rights, and community building. It is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners interested in the intersection of business and the arts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 502 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Routledge Companion to Arts Management is a comprehensive and insightful guide to the field of arts management, offering perspectives from international scholars, educators, consultants, and practitioners. This invaluable resource delves into important questions, raises concerns, and stimulates conversations, fostering curiosity and opening pathways to diverse cultural, philosophical, ideological, political, national, and generational insights.

Organized into four broad thematic areas, the book provides a comprehensive overview of current topics in arts and culture management. Part I explores the history, evolution, and impact of arts management, including the roles of arts managers and their role in the digital age. Part II delves into the dynamics of entrepreneurship, change processes, and leadership practices, essential aspects of the field. Part III focuses on global issues such as cultural policy, cultural rights, and community building, highlighting the importance of cultural diversity and social engagement. Part IV examines functional activities common to arts and culture organizations, including marketing, planning, diversity, hiring, fundraising, and sustainability, providing practical insights and strategies for effective management.

This book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and reflective practitioners at the intersection of business and the arts. It offers a comprehensive understanding of what arts management can mean in an international context, providing essential insights and tools for success in this dynamic field. With its rich content, diverse perspectives, and practical applications, The Routledge Companion to Arts Management is a must-read for anyone interested in advancing the arts and culture sector.

Weight: 874g
Dimension: 175 x 244 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032089324