An update of information on the arts in the GNP that takes into account the introduction of a new input/output model of the U.S. economy. New estimates are provided for 1985 and the estimates for 1982-84 are updated utilizing the new model as well as more up to date data.

1985 consumer admission expenditures for nonprofit performing arts events were $3 billion in current 1985 dollars and $2.5 billion in constant dollars (adjusted for inflation, 1982=100). The $3 billion amount is the largest ever estimated for the nonprofit performing arts in the GNP. It compares with $2.7 billion in 1984 (revised level reflecting both most recent information and the new I/O model). The increases in nonprofit performing arts admissions expenditures have brought the 1985 estimates up to equality with spectator sports admissions expenditures for the first time.

An update of information on the arts in the GNP that takes into account the introduction of a new input/output model of the U.S. economy. New estimates are provided for 1985 and the estimates for 1982-84 are updated utilizing the new model as well as more up to date data.