Playwrights ‘need government rescue package’
Playwriting is in “a bit of a crisis” and needs support from government, the Royal Court’s artistic director David Byrne has said….
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Arts leaders relying on ‘hierarchical’ styles
Leaders in the cultural sector are relying on “traditional, hierarchical” styles of working, compared with more collaborative…
Gardiner to lead new orchestra and choir
Sir John Eliot Gardiner returned to conducting earlier this year after he assaulted a soloist at a concert in August 2023, which l…
Business model for small arts organisations ‘close to untenable’
In the last in our series of articles investigating the state of arts sector finances, Arts Professional speaks to cultural leader…
Toolkit to tackle ‘prevalent’ sexual harassment in orchestras
The guidance for orchestra managers includes a checklist offering advice on different settings, including in social situations and…
Government yet to decide on ACE Chair appointment
Nicholas Serota's second term as ACE Chair is due to end in less than six months but the search for a successor is yet to begi…
Birmingham Museums launches citizens’ jury
Birmingham Museums Trust (BMT) has launched a Citizens' Jury that will see up to 30 randomly-selected local residents advise i…
Emerging arts leaders need more support
There is no need for alarm over an increase in churn of arts leaders, says Jodi Myers. But the sector should consider what support…
Arts leaders spend less time in post as jobs become ‘joyless’
At a time of increased financial and societal pressure, leaders of more than 200 performing arts companies have stepped down from…
Nandy vows to end ‘party politicisation’ of public appointments
The Culture Secretary said that 70% of DCMS appointees hail from London and the South East, which means a 'wealth of talent an…
Gardiner to step down from Monteverdi after assault
The acclaimed conductor said he was leaving the organisation after 'a long period of deep consideration and reflection' fo…
From firefighter to data geek
In hindsight, Sarah Horner thinks it was obvious she would end up in arts admin as she was always drawn to creative stuff as a chi…
Arts leaders celebrated in King’s Birthday Honours
The King’s second birthday honours acknowledges arts professionals from across the sector and features three damehoods and t…
Inquiry into actors’ charity reveals ‘damaging’ trustee dispute
An ongoing leadership dispute at Actors Benevolent Fund has been criticised for diverting energy and resources away from the…
Why is a theatre company running a leadership academy?
Introducing an ambitious initiative at a time when subsidised arts organisations are being asked to do less seems like madness. Bu…
Open recruitment to creative roles
Northcott Theatre in Exeter has said it will advertise at least one creative role on every production. Creative Director Martin Be…
Nottingham NPO embeds citizens’ assembly into leadership structure
New Art Exchange says it is the first cultural institution in the world to integrate a permanent citizen assembly into its leaders…
Inside the minds of cultural leaders
What do cultural leaders really think about the problems they, and the arts and cultural sector, face? Steven Hadley is the Editor…
Is curiosity a leadership superpower?
Curiosity has been described as a leadership superpower, but unfocused curiosity can be frustrating, confusing and ineffective for…
Norwich Theatre unveils community co-creation strategy
As part of a new creative leadership that encourages cooperative decision-making, Norwich Theatre will engage an associate company…
Actors’ charity reports voter fraud claims to police
Police are investigating alleged electoral fraud at the Actors Benevolent Fund (ABF) following suspicions of voter irregularity at…
Former ENO leader among New Year Honours recipients
Cultural leaders, artistic directors and performers among those recognised in King's New Year Honours.
Artistic Director of Manchester’s SICK! Festival stands down
Move comes little more than two months after entire board of National Portfolio Organisation quit their positions.
Call for review of City of Culture governance arrangements
Coventry City Council says it wants to ensure future events do not suffer similar issues following the collapse of the trust that…
