Great video and sadly relevant in other countries too - here in the UK our government has made huge cuts to the arts and arts degrees, as well as anything deemed "unproductive" in terms of the economy. My degree course, Philosophy is one such "unproductive" course. Not like philosophy created all governmental structure, theological and ideological basis' throughout history, linguistic knowledge, passionate debate and the ability to look beyond the self. Pretty unproductive if you ask me. Da
The video is great. A little long, agreed, but very real. This country needs to get its priorities straight. We may not see the impacts immediately, but in the long run, the impacts will be devastating.
This is good except it doesn't mention one very important (and in my opinion, key fact that speaks to lawmakers and, let's face it, any Republican) -- The Arts are a huge economic engine. A billion dollar industry in this country. In fact, nationally, the nonprofit arts and culture industry generates $166.2 billion in economic activity every year ($63.1B in spending by organizations and an additional $103.1B in event-related spending by their audiences). The Arts build a strong economy!
@parkus84 :: Yeah we've had a couple of people suggest a shorter version. Of course, we then have the trouble of picking what to leave out :( We'll get together and see if we can cut something this week. Thanks for the feedback!
OK, people. This needs to go viral. This needs to be sent to every. And YOU need to do it. Can you depend on someone else to send this to your state rep or your state senator or your federal elected officials? The House in DC plans to decimate the NEA this year. My state has been taken over by conservatives and plans to make our state arts funder close. We have a voice. These guys have given us the where withall. Now we need to make sure the right people see it.
funny!
MYPAC901 5 months ago
Great video and sadly relevant in other countries too - here in the UK our government has made huge cuts to the arts and arts degrees, as well as anything deemed "unproductive" in terms of the economy. My degree course, Philosophy is one such "unproductive" course. Not like philosophy created all governmental structure, theological and ideological basis' throughout history, linguistic knowledge, passionate debate and the ability to look beyond the self. Pretty unproductive if you ask me. Da
jtvyking 10 months ago
The video is great. A little long, agreed, but very real. This country needs to get its priorities straight. We may not see the impacts immediately, but in the long run, the impacts will be devastating.
AbengArts 1 year ago
This is good except it doesn't mention one very important (and in my opinion, key fact that speaks to lawmakers and, let's face it, any Republican) -- The Arts are a huge economic engine. A billion dollar industry in this country. In fact, nationally, the nonprofit arts and culture industry generates $166.2 billion in economic activity every year ($63.1B in spending by organizations and an additional $103.1B in event-related spending by their audiences). The Arts build a strong economy!
emilyjcole 1 year ago 2
@emilyjcole :: Yes, we completely APPROVE your comment!
thelaymangroup 1 year ago
I like it and all... but I think it is too long to go viral... people will be tired of it after 30secs... is there a shorter version?
parkus84 1 year ago
@parkus84 :: Yeah we've had a couple of people suggest a shorter version. Of course, we then have the trouble of picking what to leave out :( We'll get together and see if we can cut something this week. Thanks for the feedback!
thelaymangroup 1 year ago
Unfortunately, KS Governor Sam Brownback dissolved the Kansas Arts Commission by executive order last week...
leftypwang 1 year ago
OK, people. This needs to go viral. This needs to be sent to every. And YOU need to do it. Can you depend on someone else to send this to your state rep or your state senator or your federal elected officials? The House in DC plans to decimate the NEA this year. My state has been taken over by conservatives and plans to make our state arts funder close. We have a voice. These guys have given us the where withall. Now we need to make sure the right people see it.
MsSoundguy 1 year ago 2
@MsSoundguy :: Thanks for the kudos! We'd love for this to go viral! We're working hard at it.
thelaymangroup 1 year ago
@MsSoundguy :: Thanks for the kudos! We'd love for this to go viral! We're working hard at it.
thelaymangroup 1 year ago
Art is soul food you fools!!!! We're starving out here. A Life Without Art is One Without Heart! Keep On Keeping On!
oddartist11 1 year ago
Dear Social Commentary,
I love you to pieces.
Love,
An Artist
greenroomtheatre 1 year ago
You all need to send this video to South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley.
Love this, thank you for showing the truth of what it would be like with no arts.
wickedchaperone333 1 year ago 4
@wickedchaperone333 Thank You! Will do ;) Spread the word!
thelaymangroup 1 year ago
@wickedchaperone333 I couldn't agree more.
MissKatieisLove 1 year ago