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MICHAEL FOTHERGILL
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Liquidity and Long-Term Value: A Financial Lens on Arts Leadership in Today’s Market
In today’s United States economy, volatility has perhaps become a familiar headline. Persistent inflationary pressure reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, elevated interest rates maintained by the Federal Reserve to cool demand, and continued market fluctuations tracked by major indices such as the S&P 500 have shaped consumer psychology in tangible ways. While unemployment remains comparatively stable, household purchasing behavior has shifted toward caution. Dis
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Feb 134 min read


Beyond the Barre: Teaching Ballet with Purpose in a Modern World
The art of teaching ballet in today’s world has never been more important—or more complex. As educators, we carry a responsibility that...
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Jul 22, 20254 min read


The Quiet Seasons: The ebb and flow of creating new work.
I think every choreographer knows the feeling. That strange stillness. A silence in the studio where there was once a flurry of movement...
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Apr 16, 20252 min read


Telling Stories That Matter: Reflections on Romeo & Juliet and the Growth of Ballet Arkansas
Ballet Arkansas Company Artists, Meredith Loy and Aldrin Vendt in the titles roles of Romeo & Juliet. A year ago, we made history at...
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Feb 24, 20254 min read
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