Our preoccupation with leadership is problematic, says Simon Harris. He proposes a less corporate, more systems-led approach…

Kerry Wilson discusses the complexities and rewards of cross-sector collaborative working and networked cultural leadership in an…

The Oxford Cultural Leaders programme is helping to create adaptive, entrepreneurial leaders. Lucy Shaw explains how it came about…

After two years observing leadership styles across the Ambassador Theatre Group, graduate trainees Rachel Lane and Jamie Budgett d…

Too many cultural conferences borrow their model from the corporate sector, but there is another way, says Adrian Lochhead.

After being met by a sea of white faces at a recent industry event, Rebbecca Hemmings says it’s time for Birmingham’s…

After a secondment at NASA, Hannah Bird urges the cultural sector to follow its example in areas like experimentation, collaborati…

From Tamasha Theatre Company to the Free Word Centre, Bryan Savery traces the course of his career. 

How do we best manage an economy in which many people don’t have a salaried job? Michelle Wright discusses the move away fro…

A new organisation will combine the expertise and resources of four former dance organisations to offer a more comprehensive packa…

Lorna Hosler tells us about the people and experiences that helped her on her way to becoming Executive Director of Clod Ensemble.

Tracey Gregory reports on the lifeline provided by Catalyst funding for six small arts organisations in Milton Keynes.

Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Sharon Watson tells us about the people who have guided and inspired her pioneering career.

Tom Bellerby takes a moment out of his day as Youth Theatre Director at Hull Truck Theatre to share the advice he would …

Arts fundraising is in an exciting state of flux and Ben Walmsley is confident that the next generation will be steering…

Now Artistic Director of Octagon Theatre, Bolton, Elizabeth Newman reveals what advice she’d give to her younger self.

The arts need leaders who can convey a clear vision and empower their staff. Well, parents practice these skills every day and it&…

Are female theatre directors in the UK successful because they followed the linear, patriarchal route – or did they do…

Following a recent weekend for aspiring dance leaders, Brendan Keaney is sure that in just a few days the participants were able t…

Maria Balshaw describes the career in visual arts and academia that led her to become Director of the Whitworth and Manchester Cit…

Leading a regional theatre known for its championing of new writers and its capital projects, Jim Beirne discusses why he believes…

A new coaching and networking programme supporting the next generation of female cultural leaders in east London is part of the le…

The new Managing Director of Sistema England, Fiona Cunningham, pays tribute to those who have inspired her over the course of her…

Artistic and Creative Director of Wales Millennium Centre, Graeme Farrow pays homage to those who have inspired him over the cours…