Phoenix Symphony goes silent, lays off 66 musicians as talks offer hope
The orchestra’s board and musicians say talks have been constructive, but the musicians’ health insurance ends Nov. 30.
The orchestra’s board and musicians say talks have been constructive, but the musicians’ health insurance ends Nov. 30.
Citing an immediate cash shortage, the orchestra will suspend the rest of its season; musicians are asking for a clearer look at its finances.
The city has already spent about $500,000 on improvements, starting with new lighting, and visiting artists are offering student workshops.
Leaders of the nearly 80-year-old orchestra say operating deficits made the season untenable and it’s unclear whether performances will resume.