Social Theory, Politics, & the Arts Conference

Policy Formulation in Pre-Window of Opportunity: A Case of Creative Aging
Presenter: Nakyung Rhee
This study reviews and diagnoses the development of creative aging as a policy agenda, discussing the pre-existing conditions and the missing elements in the process of policy making.


Sustainability of Symphony Orchestras as an Instrument of Cultural Policy
Presenter: Julia Atkins
This paper evaluates how scholars have studied symphony orchestras as an instrument of cultural policy.


Leveraging Multiple Policy Influences at International Arts Festivals: Lessons from European Capital of Culture and Edinburgh International Festival
Presenter: Yifan Xu
The European Capitals of Culture model and Edinburgh International Festival model are developed, to inform how international arts festivals in non-western contexts accommodate the changing policy environment with mixed program portfolios and management strategies.