Arts and Culture lover based in the great state of Texas! Solutions Manager - Tessitura Network #tessnet #liveintheculture Opinions and hot takes are my own
Houston, TX
Joined September 2020
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Ragan Rhodes retweeted
I am now hearing from multiple folks in the past two hours (including some who have personally been fired) that mass firings have now commenced within NOAA--including, yes, at the National Weather Service.
Unfortunately I can confirm the rumors going around today since I received "the email"...I don't want to make any comments other than I am exploring legal options in a couple of avenues. I will probably be deactivating this account for a variety of reasons soon. I always advocate contacting representatives about the importance of the NWS/NOAA mission.
Ragan Rhodes retweeted
In the latest edition of Measure for Measure, we're looking at two recent reports that demonstrate that arts education is closely linked with positive academic outcomes and social and emotional development.
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ALT “Measure for Measure” in blue blocks on an x/y axis surrounded by a yellow box.
Ever since I saw this video a couple of weeks ago, I can't stop thinking about it. instagram.com/reel/DCZQyBbRY…
Watching reactions to the Super Bowl performance, I can't help but notice a pattern: there seems to be a visceral rejection of art without any attempt to understand it.
From my little bubble, the arts and humanities are vital foundations for critical thinking, shaping how we engage with technology, policy, and culture. Without them, we're just creating more powerful ways to amplify our societal blind spots.
The Greater Pittsburgh Art Council has done an excellent job documenting these concerning trends: pittsburghartscouncil.org/bl…
For those interested in following and supporting arts advocacy, follow the work of Americans for the Arts: americansforthearts.org/news…
Major thanks to @TXfortheArts and @txculturaltrust and all who made this possible! I was so grateful to spend such valuable time catching up with old friends, making new connections and learning about ways we can support the arts.
And if you are in #Houston and want to get involved, start by getting connected with Hou Arts - houarts.org
This initiative is an opportunity for the sector to come together to craft a platform and strategy to champion the arts.
Stop Ticket Scalpers From Fraudulently Advertising with Google - Sign the Petition! chng.it/dyBXczmYrb via @Change
Ragan Rhodes retweeted
In response to the latest Survey of Public Participation in the Arts, @tessnetwork's Andrew Recinos identifies four lessons from "Trend Busters," his name for arts organizations that, against the odds, continue to thrive.
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ALT photo of Tessitura CEO and President Andrew Recinos with text that says Our work remains a crucial part of the fabric of American life.
I would love if my favorite arts and cultural institutions would switch to 🔵☁ so I can create a list and leave this gross site. bsky.app/profile/ohhiragan.b…