SMU DataArts has partnered with artist and researcher, Annie Dorsen on a multi-method study examining the real-world economic and professional impacts of generative AI on performing artists in theater, dance, and live music. There is currently little large-scale, empirical data on how generative AI is affecting artists’ income, work processes, and career sustainability, particularly in this artistic discipline. This initiative aims to generate actionable insights that can inform policy, funding, and field-wide support. Artists working in theater, dance, and live music performance are invited to participate in this study by completing a brief survey linked here. The survey includes questions about the real-world impacts of generative AI (GenAI) on artists’ work, incomes and creative futures.