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Turning Around Arts Organizations (Soundcheck: Monday, 05 January 2009)

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In a new book, management adviser and Kennedy Center president Michael Kaiser outlines ten basic rules that helped him revive American Ballet Theatre, London's Royal Opera, and other organizations. Kaiser joins us to talk about his book, "The Art of the Turnaround," and his role in New York City Opera's search for a new leader. Soundcheck blog: John Schaefer on rescue plans for the arts

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