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The Art She Manages11 - Ilona Schmiel on Audience Development, Negotiation, and the Future of ConcertsIlona Schmiel, Chief Executive Officer of the Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich, shares her trajectory from studying cultural management in post-Wall Berlin to becoming a powerhouse leader in the performing arts. In this episode, we explore the art of high-stakes negotiation, strategies for building audience trust in contemporary repertoire, and why the shared live experience is more essential than ever in a digital age.More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/Guest photo: © Gaetan Bally
2025-11-1542 minThe Art She Manages10 - Ute Weingarten on PR, USP, and the Art of Cultural CommunicationUte Weingarten, founder and managing director of ARTPRESS, a Berlin-based PR agency working with leading European museums and festivals, shares her journey from art history in Paris to founding her own PR agency. In this episode, we explore how cultural institutions can stand out in a saturated landscape, why defining a clear USP is essential, and how PR and marketing are becoming one strategic force. More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/ Guest photo: © Andrey Gordasevich
2025-10-3145 minThe Art She Manages9 - Marie-Louise Stille on Cultural Education, Mentorship and Building Sustainable CareersMarie-Louise Stille, Associate Artist Manager at Ekkehard Jung Artists & Projects in Berlin, shares her journey from Argentina to Europe’s cultural capitals and her path from theatre to concert agencies. In this episode, we dive into how agencies really work, what artists need to know when reaching out, and why strategy and teamwork are crucial for sustainable careers. Marie-Louise also reflects on mentorship—both as a mentee in the German Cultural Council’s program and as a co-founder of the Women in Arts and Media network. More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/ Guest photo: © Damián Canteros
2025-10-0143 minThe Art She Manages8 - Alexandra Solea on Cultural Management Education, Leadership Skills, and Breaking Entry BarriersAlexandra Solea, cultural manager, academic, and director of the Arts and Cultural Management Master’s program at Rome Business School, shares her journey from international productions and cultural diplomacy to shaping the next generation of cultural leaders. In this episode, we discuss the evolution of cultural management education, the essential skills future leaders need, and the realities of cultural policy, legislation, and entry-level barriers that many aspiring and emerging arts managers face.More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/Guest photo: © Marius Baragan
2025-09-1550 minThe Art She Manages7 - Dr. Cornelie Kunkat on Mentorship, Equality, and Building NetworksDr. Cornelie Kunkat, cultural consultant and founder of the mentoring program for women in arts and media at the German Cultural Council, shares her path from studying American Studies, Politics, and Philosophy to shaping cultural policy and now advising institutions on leadership and strategy. In this episode, we discuss the power of mentorship, why equality in private life matters as much as in professional life, and the transformations facing cultural organizations today. More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/Guest photo: © Kurbanov und Muchnik GbR
2025-09-0138 minThe Art She Manages6 - Britta Aliena Horwath on Empathy, Ensemble Work, and Leading Through ChangeBritta Aliena Horwath, Dance Director at Theater Osnabrück in Germany, shares her path from studying cultural and media education to becoming a dance manager and, shortly after, directing the company. In this episode, we discuss the challenges of stepping into leadership during a time of transition, the importance of empathy and structure in ensemble work, and how she supports dancers both on and beyond the stage.More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/Guest photo: © Oliver Look
2025-07-3136 minThe Art She Manages5 - Giuliana Zanoni on Trust, Inclusive Leadership, and the Power of the Performing ArtsGiuliana Zanoni, Senior Manager of Artistic Planning and Operations at Washington National Opera, shares her journey from being an oboe player to working as executive assistant to then-intendant of Teatro alla Scala, Dominique Meyer, and eventually moving across continents to establish her career at Washington National Opera. A must-listen for all aspiring arts managers and for anyone interested in the differences between Europe and the USA. More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/
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ZONTA Teetied121. Frauen in Kunst und Kultur - über den Podcast "The Art She Manages" mit Alma ShaikimovaIn dieser Folge sprechen wir mit Alma Shaikimova, deren Weg von Kasachstan über Italien nach Deutschland führte. Bereits mit fünf Jahren begann sie Klavier zu spielen, später studierte und arbeitete sie an der renommierten Accademia Teatro alla Scala in Mailand. Während der Pandemie zog sie nach Deutschland und startete mit einem Engagement am Theater Osnabrück und dem Erlernen der deutschen Sprache.
Heute studiert Alma in Lüneburg an der Leuphana Universität Kunst- und Kulturmanagement, ihr aktuelles Herzensprojekt: der Podcast „The Art She Manages“, in dem sie Frauen in Führungspositionen im Kulturbereich...
2025-07-1120 minThe Art She Manages4 - Rose Hunt on Germany’s Independent Orchestra Scene and the Next Generation of LeadershipRose Hunt, Managing Director of the Kammerphilharmonie Frankfurt, shares her journey from flutist to orchestra leader and offers an honest look at the realities of working in Germany’s independent music scene. She talks about building trust as a young leader, balancing artistic and financial pressures, and why soft skills matter more than ever.A must-listen for anyone curious about the next generation of cultural leadership and the German independent cultural scene.More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/Guest photo: © luxteufelswild
2025-06-3048 minThe Art She Manages3 - Valentina Georgoulopoulos on Arts, Inclusion and Cultural ImpactValentina Georgoulopoulos is one of the most fierce advocates for arts inclusion and education of her generation. She studied law with a focus on human rights before pivoting from the corporate world at Mercedes-Benz into the cultural sector. She’s led programs for nonprofits, collaborated with top orchestras like the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and Camerata Salzburg, and uses the arts to build inclusive, community-driven initiatives. In this episode, we talk about career shifts, human rights, and creating impact through culture.More about the podcast: https://www.tasm.studio/Guest photo: © Meerfreiheit
2025-06-1552 minThe Art She Manages2 - Julie Martin du Theil on Building an Artist-Centered Opera AgencyJulie Martin du Theil is an internationally acclaimed opera singer and co-founder of a boutique opera agency “AterMIS”. With an artistic career that has taken her to prestigious stages such as Staatsoper Stuttgart, Deutsche Oper Berlin, Semperoper Dresden and Teatro alla Scala in Milan, Julie brings a dual perspective as both a celebrated performer and a cultural entrepreneur. Holding a law degree from the University of Geneva, an MBA in Arts Administration from the University of Zurich, and extensive stage experience, she’s now shaping the careers of emerging opera talents — all while fiercely advocating for the well-being of artists...
2025-05-3059 minThe Art She Manages1 - Annette Weber-Hussain on Leadership, Opera, and Coaching the Next GenerationAnnette Weber-Hussain is the Opera Director at the Zurich Opera House, with an extensive background in stage direction and a strong dedication to mentoring the next generation of artists. She is one of the leading figures in the opera world and a regular jury member at internationally acclaimed competitions such as Operalia, the Queen Sonja Competition, and the Tenor Viñas Competition.In this episode, we dive into the meaning of power, responsibility, and what it truly means to be a leader in today’s opera world.Annette’s website, dedicated to her mission as a men...
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