Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27 at 2 p.m. ET: Learn how these leaders from across the performing arts field have adapted to online fundraising, experimented with new dance class models, and moved performances online. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Can live performances still happen during a pandemic? One dance company says yes! dancemagazine.com/live-dance-per…

“We were pretty much the first industry to shut down, and for a bunch of reasons we’ll be the last to open.” vtdigger.org/2020/05/13/fir…

"We are busy bees inside the hive of the Opera House. And when the honey is ready, the taste will be so sweet!" Encouraging perspective on #reopening from Newberry Opera House. newberryobserver.com/opinion/31891/…

“There is no substitute for humanity and connection. I wish that I could be closer physically. But I will do everything I can to be as close in every other possible way with the music.” nytimes.com/2020/07/20/art…

.PAR Project wants to help performing arts organizations developing emergency planning and sustainability. Emergency Preparedness Planning Grants of up to $7250 will be awarded to 42 performing arts organizations for the creation of preparedness plans: performingartsreadiness.org/wp-content/upl…

.Barrington Stage Company provides an excellent model for reopening responsibly: barringtonstageco.org/distancing/

Our friends at the NCPTT and the Texas Collections Emergency Resources Alliance (TX CERA) will present a webinar overview of the 2020 U.S. Gulf Coast hurricane season, preparedness, and response Aug. 20, 2020 at 11 am ET / 10 am CT. Register here: ncptt.nps.gov/events/hurrica…

Updates regarding wildfires and tropical storms: mailchi.mp/southarts/wild…

It’s National Preparedness month. Have you checked yourself? The Pocket Response Resource can help you get started. It’s completely free, and it works for all types and sizes of arts and cultural organizations. Download yours today! nedcc.org/free-resources…

Artists are often ‘first responders’ to help communities heal from trauma. These ten examples of projects funded by Arts Midwest testify to the power of artist-led processes when communities are in pain. artsmidwest.org/news/2020/09-1…

This Friday, October 23 at noon ET, NYFA presents a legal webinar: Pivoting During the Pandemic with a panel of experts with a wide range of experience in law, finance, and non-profit sustainability. Register here: eventbrite.com/e/nyfa-legal-w…

New ArtsReady Alert! Current opportunities and resources for organizations facing existential threats. mailchi.mp/southarts/hurr…

Plan for the ‘New Abnormal’ with subject matter experts. The 2020 Event Safety Summit will be held online December 7-11. Register here: loom.ly/1A8jiWg

.Mass Cultural Council is launching a new series including some 42 webinars and countless hours of one-on-one consulting focused on critical areas of need to help plan a post-COVID operating environment for cultural nonprofits and creative workers--at no cost. massculturalcouncil.org/blog/introduci…

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝘂𝗽‼️ The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program will start accepting applications on 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟴! ▶️ Sign up to be notified when the application portal opens: svograntportal.sba.gov ▶️ Learn more about the program: sba.gov/svogrant

Today's the day! The 2021 Poetry Out Loud National Semifinals kick off in just a few hours! Stream the competition on the Nat'l Endow f/t Arts website (Arts.gov) beginning 12:00 PM Eastern. #POL21

Has your arts org considered adding a meteorologist to staff? nytimes.com/2021/08/04/art…

New ArtsReady Alert: Recovery Resources, and EVERY Month is Now Preparedness Month mailchi.mp/southarts/reco…

Make a New Year’s Resolution to become more prepared! Check out the new ArtsReady Alert for free resources to assist you in becoming more ready and resilient: mailchi.mp/southarts/reco…