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Wed, Feb 06 2013 08:31:12

#2TweetOrNot2Tweet

A discussion about the use of twitter during live performances.

  1. NEAarts
    Nat'l Endow f/t Arts@NEAarts
    What happened when VT's @FlynnCenter encouraged patrons to live-tweet? This happened: tinyurl.com/aktm7f4 #arts
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 07:58:23
  2. A Tale of #FlynnTweets
    On Saturday night, the Flynn invited a handful of people to test Tweet Seats during David Hidalgo and Marc Ribot's "Border Music." Here'...
    Flynn Center
  3. Tweet, tweet music: Worlds collide for music lover, reluctant Tweeter at Flynn concert
    If you had told me three years ago I'd be sitting in the front row of the balcony at the Flynn Center and paying more attention to my pho...
    Burlingtonfreepress
  4. NEAarts
    Nat'l Endow f/t Arts@NEAarts
    What's your 140-characters-or-less take on #2tweetornot2tweet during performances?
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:00:20
  5. TheEngagingEd
    Engaging Educator@TheEngagingEd
    @NEAarts NOT - wait until intermission/when it's done. Tweeting pulls you out of the moment and you'll miss things! #2tweetornot2tweet
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:01:27
  6. encorearts
    Encore Arts Programs@encorearts
    @NEAarts Children's theatres often have "Crying Rooms" at performances. There should now be "Tweeting Rooms" as well.
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:01:47
  7. HESherman
    Howard Sherman@HESherman
    @neaarts Good to experiment, but only if done in designated area that doesn't distract or annoy other patrons. We can't be Luddites.
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:07:08
  8. LoraHelou
    LoraHelou@LoraHelou
    More complex than it seems. As a patron, it's distracting. MT @NEAarts: What's your take on #2tweetornot2tweet during performances?
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:09:06
  9. wateryothoughts
    Chris Audain@wateryothoughts
    @NEAarts There's something special about 'going to another place' during performances. Yes, it's 2013, but that includes turning off devices
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:10:04
  10. LoraHelou
    LoraHelou@LoraHelou
    @NEAarts Both seeing someone tweet/text mid-performance, and especially if I tweet myself. I lose crucial focus on the performance.
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:11:20
  11. xncampos
    Christian Campos@xncampos
    .@NEAarts I have not problem with it so long as it doesn't make sound. - from a conductor #2tweetornot2tweet
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:11:45
  12. howtobeyou1
    Julie-Ann Blackmore@howtobeyou1
    @NEAarts don't. Have respect for the work that has gone into what you are watching. Besides staying in the moment means you don't miss out
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:14:12
  13. checkoutjazz
    The Checkout WBGO@checkoutjazz
    Timeline moment vs. timeless moment. RT @NEAarts: What's your 140-characters-or-less take on #2tweetornot2tweet during performances?
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:16:55
  14. MuseumUnhinged
    Ani Schmidt@MuseumUnhinged
    @NEAarts Love providing content, but it distances one from the moment. How can the shared creative experience not fizzle in translation?
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:23:04
  15. ward_hegedus
    Ward Hegedus@ward_hegedus
    @NEAarts i think it's a great idea for those that want it. Some people need the extra connection.
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:23:18
  16. ward_hegedus
    Ward Hegedus@ward_hegedus
    @NEAarts and why not try something new? It's not like arts audiences are growing by leaps and bounds without innovation.
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:24:16
  17. SandraBeasley
    Sandra Beasley@SandraBeasley
    Agreed--but this is why I end up regretful w/ no photos of friends' weddings. @checkoutjazz @NEAarts "Timeline moment vs. timeless moment."
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:24:49
  18. joshjenks
    Joshua Henry@joshjenks
    @NEAarts Could be fun to experiment with given the type of performance & cooperation from the venue but if it's not encouraged, don't do it.
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:27:19
  19. mglenbarker
    Michael Barker@mglenbarker
    @NEAarts Happening anyway. Arts orgs can encourage it in a controlled way. Good for patrons (covering light) & outreach. #2tweetornot2tweet
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:28:41
  20. RachelMaySmith
    ray@RachelMaySmith
    @NEAarts think it depends on the performance. Performance art or concert, prob okay. Ballet, symph, or theatre, prob not.
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:29:46
  21. xncampos
    Christian Campos@xncampos
    .@NEAarts and while we are at it, I don't have problems w ppl clapping b/w mvts or talking quietly. I'd prefer not, but it's their $. #2013
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:40:45
  22. J_SDeering
    Jennifer Deering@J_SDeering
    Live tweeting is a great way to take notes during a seminar or demonstration, not so much for a performance. #2tweetornot2tweet
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 08:57:39
  23. e_j_hayes
    jim hayes@e_j_hayes
    @SandraBeasley @checkoutjazz @NEAarts better for presentations; ted talks, not for existential performance
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 09:08:15
  24. SSNewberry
    Stirling Newberry@SSNewberry
    @NEAarts Only if on is a bird, and Messiaen is one the program
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 09:09:15
  25. Picastar
    PRODUCERS, INC.@Picastar
    It depends on the type of performance, and the venue @NEAarts. If it keeps the audience engaged, then I say yes. #2tweetornot2tweet
    Tue, Jan 29 2013 09:11:41

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