This business source for the performing arts provides breaking news reports and an electronic version of the respected Musical America International Directory of the Performing Arts. Press releases, articles and the directory cover music and dance performance organizations, competitions and awards, festivals, foundations, significant performers and managers. The directory section includes over 14,000 contacts and addresses, including links for Web sites and E-mail addresses. These may be searched in various ways: budget category, type of event, location, facility, etc. (Updated daily)