This issue has no specific theme, carrying articles which are very varied in topics and style.

Of special interest is Smith's discussion of various recent large-scale cultural events worldwide, suggesting that such mass events mainstream art into a corset of questionable curatorial intents and prevent viewers from engaging in works of art in search of their meaning.

Worth noting is furthermore the article by Dewey/Wyszomirski on university-based training in cultural policy and administration; they identify the necessary competencies and skills, and develop a framework and a set of recommendations for improving higher education in arts administration.

Cray/Inglis/Freeman review common management challenges in the arts, discussing core leadership as well as decision-making concepts.

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