New Jersey Stage December 2014 | Page 122

Letter from the Publisher: The Future of Arts Journalism In the past year, many arts leaders have joined in a debate about the future of arts journalism. It’s easy to see the writing on the wall. Newspapers have been laying off writers (especially those covering the arts) for years and are struggling to survive. Meanwhile, a movement towards New Jersey Stage Internet based blogs and digital publications has clearly taken root. Unfortunately, many arts leaders still cling to the idea that the best way to get news coverage and promote their shows is to find ways to work with traditional media rather than to support new media. December 2014 pg 122