The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) is experiencing a resurgence of interest with its current production of Tennessee Williams's A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Paul Mescal. This excitement resembles a previous era when BAM was known for hosting notable international performances and innovative artistic ventures. However, over the past decade, critics point out that BAM's ambitious programming has diminished, primarily due to financial challenges. Despite some improvements, the academy's budget remains below its level ten years ago, leading to a reduction in staff and increased risk aversion, diverting focus from artistic exploration.
Declan Webb, a consultant to nonprofit arts organizations, emphasized that BAM's financial struggles have led to more modest productions and a risk-averse approach, which stifles artistic growth.
The excitement around BAM's current production of A Streetcar Named Desire, featuring Paul Mescal, echoes a time when the venue routinely attracted large audiences with bold artistic endeavors.
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