Summit Meetings
On October 7, 2007 CHP conducted the first of a series of discussions designed to address the process and problems of making independent theatre in New York City. This conversation, facilitated by Rebecca and Edward, took place at Henry Street Settlement’s Abrons Arts Center and was attended by five of our closest artistic collaborators. The title for this session was “Are We Missing Something?: Identifying, Examining, Defining and Discussing the Obstacles to Making Independent Theatre in New York City.”
Originally, Rebecca and CHP envisioned this series of discussions to take place amongst two different constituent groups within the CHP community: (1) our internal group of creative professionals, and (2) our broader network of supporters, cultural partners and audience members.
Watch this space for more information pertaining to our findings from this session, and news about future CHP summit meetings.
Looking Towards the Future
From Wednesday, June 11th through Saturday, June 14th, 2008 CHP Co-Founder and Resident Playwright Edward P. Clapp teamed up with Ann Gregg of Carnegie Hall to present two workshops addressing the impending generational shift in arts leadership at the National Performing Arts Convention in Denver, CO. Check out their findings and join the conversation on Facebook.
Making Art Smart
Throughout the course of Collective Hole’s artistic and community development, the company has become increasingly interested in addressing the road blocks and challenges involved in making independent art in 21st Century New York. In an effort to distill its findings and instill a dialogue amongst its colleagues and community members, CHP has developed an essay, “Making Art Smart,” to reflect upon its experiences and illustrate its thinking.
Click the link below to download a PDF of “Making Art Smart.”
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