S3:E10 Investing in individuals… Marcus Desando in conversation with Adrian Ellis
Guest
Marcus Desando
In conversation with
Adrian Ellis
In this episode, our host, Adrian Ellis, speaks with Marcus Desando, Director of the Prince Claus Fund. They discuss the role of arts and culture in today’s global socio-economic landscape, the importance of trust and mentorship for the sector, and how the Prince Claus Fund’s distinctive approach uplifts creative individuals committed to making meaningful changes in challenging contexts.
Date of Recording
28 August 2023
Date of Publication
28 September 2023
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Adrian Ellis: Hello and welcome to The Three Bells. This podcast is one of a series brought to you by AEA Consulting for the Global Cultural Districts Network, in which we explore what's happening around the world on the intersections of cultural and urban life. The series and supporting materials can be found at www.thethreebells.net. And if you like our content, please subscribe and give us a positive review on your podcast listening platform of choice.
I'm Adrian Ellis, chair of GCDN, and the director of AEA Consulting. And my guest today is Marcus Desando, and Marcus is the director of the Prince Claus Fund. And the Prince Claus Fund is a relatively new member of GCDN. So I'm thrilled to have Marcus here. Marcus, thank you for joining this podcast.
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Marcus Desando: No, thank you so much for having me, Adrian. I hope we have a wonderful, stimulating conversation.
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About Our Guest
Marcus Desando is the Director of The Prince Claus Fund. He was previously the CEO of The Arts and Culture Trust. Prior to that he was the CEO of Gauteng Opera, and Artistic Director of BTE VO1SS. He is a professional opera singer who has directed, conducted, and performed in South Africa and with international companies such as Really Useful Artists and New York Harlem Productions. Marcus Desando has become a driving force in the development and training of young South African artists and aspiring arts administrators. +
