The Artist as Citizen is a compilation of Joseph W. Polisi's articles
and speeches from his more than three-decade tenure as president of the
Juilliard School. Ranging from inspirational to humorous to political,
his writings focus on the role of the performing artist as a leader and
communicator of human values. The collection provides an insider's view
of the state of the performing arts and performing arts education in our
society. Much needs to be accomplished to keep the classical performing
arts alive for future generations, and Polisi, world-renowned in his
field of performing arts education, guides the way. He also addresses
the important role that Juilliard plays in the workings of Lincoln
Center in New York City and the politics and personalities involved in
governing the world's greatest performing arts center. This inspiring,
incisive, and entertaining book has been updated with several new
speeches and extensively revised chapters. It is a must-read for
educators, performers, and anyone who cares about the future of the
performing arts in America.