SMU, Cox, Opera, Kim

Conventional vs. modern: Repertoire drives opera house identity, market share

Though opera companies are often monopolies in their respective markets, they can distinguish themselves from other opera companies and other performing arts venues that vie for audiences.

In new research, Cox School’s Bo Kyung Kim explores the options for opera companies competing for position.

Paradoxically, to create space for unconventional repertoire choices it may be necessary to make more conventional choices. Continue reading →

SMU, Cox, Museum gender gapWomen have made strides for equality in society, but gender gap still exists in art museum directorships. Continue reading →
SMU, Cox, Meadows, gender gap, art museum directorsSearch for dark matter covers new ground with CDMS experiment in Minnesota. Continue reading →
Neutrino, SMU, Thomas Coan, NOvANOvA experiment glimpses neutrinos, one of nature’s most abundant, and elusive particles. Continue reading →
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