You've Cott Mail for Thurs Dec 20: The last YCM edition for 2012

FROM TC: This is the last edition of You've Cott Mail for 2012. YCM will return the week of January 7th. Until then, I wish you and yours a happy and safe holiday. Here's to lucky 2013!

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Twitter Feed Crossover Edition

The majority of you who receive YCM emails miss out on additional items I post on Twitter which don't fit naturally into my daily themed email editions of You've Cott Mail. Here are some stories and commentary that I've posted on Twitter in recent weeks. -Thomas

THE BIG PICTURE

50 Up-and-Coming New York Culture Makers to Watch in 2013
Inspiration and insights for arts pros from "Business Unusual" Innovation Story Contest
An 85% fall in number of visas granted to artists since UK intro'd new immigration rules
@larissaarcher's chilling article, "It Can't Happen Here: Sexual Harrassment in Theatre"
Without data, you're just another guy with an opinion -- prompting this post, "America's Theatre, By The Numbers"

FUNDRAISING / FINANCIAL

An Art Auction Site Tries a Charity Model
Lessons learned about arts fundraising, esp. through digital channels
Met Opera to Sell $100 Million in Bonds as Revenue Drops

DIGITAL, SOCIAL, MOBILE MEDIA

Don't Let Growth Fool You: Mobile Advertising Is Still Failing
Idea for the arts? 'TalktotheManager' lets restaurant patrons anonymously text feedback
Idea for the arts? Candidate Puts 51% of Budget Into Facebook Ads -- and Wins
How Non-Profits Relied on Social Media in 2012 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Why #Broadway marketers should focus on their brand's social media voice.

MARKETING / SALES / AUDIENCE-RELATED

4-part blog series seeks insight into what makes immersive theater work for an audience
Service allows ticket buyers to save seats next to theirs in case FB friends want to buy
Website aims to make attending arts festivals easier by offering tix, transport, accommodation as all-in-one package

JUST FOR FUN

Shazam app: Now Tagging Classical Music, Too!
Emerald, Pantone Color Of 2013: An Homage To The Vibrant Hue In Art
via @TheOnion: "Oh No, Performers Coming Into Audience"
Preview of "Landfill Harmonic" docu about orchestra in Paraguay where young musicians play instruments made from trash

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