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The music festival industry—once a cornerstone of the experiential economy—faces an unprecedented crisis that extends far beyond entertainment. With 78 festivals canceled across the United Kingdom and over 40 shuttered
New IRC Section 181 changes offer immediate deductions for recording costs, promising to reshape local music economies and artist development across the United States. It has been the spring of
On April 14, 2025, production workers packed a film and TV town hall at Evergreen Studios in Burbank, urging lawmakers to strengthen California’s film and television tax credit. The message
If your favorite hiking trail in Washington or beachside brunch spot in California suddenly feels quieter than usual, you might be missing your northern neighbors. Canadian travel to the U.S.
The first Air Jordan shoe burst onto the NBA scene in April 1985—40 years ago this month—in unmistakably flashy fashion. Designed by Peter Moore, the Air Jordan 1 didn’t just
What makes a successful global city? Undoubtedly, thriving metropolises require quality housing, robust job markets, safe streets, and efficient public transportation. However, successful global cities are also creative hubs that
The performing arts are not simply a form of entertainment, they offer a powerful means of creative and cultural expression, education, and community-building. Theater, dance, music, and other forms of
In the 1990s, the United States was unrivaled in the Visual Effects (VFX), animation, and gaming industries, boasting a wealth of talent and job opportunities. Fast forward just a decade,
Filmmaking has undergone major transformation since its emergence in the early 20th century. In the early days of Hollywood, the industry was dominated by a small number of studios that
Economic development has traditionally been centered around the standard 9-5 workday. Cities and communities have structured their economic activities, public services, and transportation systems to align with this schedule. Retail
