IAM Vol 21 Issue 11

 

German Focus for November

Welcome to the November issue of International Arts Manager.

Our cover feature explores the East Kowloon Cultural Centre (EKCC), unveiled this month as Hong Kong’s first flagship performance venue dedicated to “Arts + Technology”. 

As Munich’s Gasteig celebrates its 40th anniversary, the city’s largest centre for arts and learning finds itself in a moment of both transition and reinvention. Now operating from its temporary home at Gasteig HP8, the institution balances industrial heritage with new cultural energy. Managing Director Stephanie Jenke reveals how she navigates this pivotal chapter and what it means to ensure cultural participation remains central to Munich’s civic life.

Also in this issue

News
Music on prescription in Montreal
Sinfonia Smith Square reveals fellowship orchestra
Tackling class barriers in classical music
2025 Young Concert Artist laureates announced
OPERA America searches for next leaders
Seoul looks beyond the stage at professional forum
Upcoming events

Musical Chairs: From promotions to retirement – find out who’s on the move

Classical Music Signings: Keep up to date with the latest industry news

Competitions and Awards
sideNotes: Difficult decisions at the Chopin Competition

East Kowloon Cultural Centre 

APAP:
A View from Here: Lisa Richards Toney on on expanding our tent

 ISPA: In conversation with Nikos Mavrakis (TooFarEast) and Stephanie Jenke (Gasteig, Munich)

Dr Macimilian Merkle: what’s next for classical music streaming?

Munich’s Gasteig celebrates its 40th anniversary

Diary Lee Anne Myslewski
A week with the Vice President of Opera and Classical Programming at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts and Board Chair of 
OPERA America