TRU Panel Artistic Director vs. Commercial Producer: 
The Blurred Line Between Art and Commerce

Both artistic directors and commercial producers aim to bring works to the stage that they believe in and that will please their audiences, yet artistic directors tend to be well-respected leaders of companies who are perceived to do “important” work, while commercial producers are often viewed with distrust. This panel will discuss the differences and similarities between the two titles and explore whether it is possible for an individual to work successfully in both roles.