Brixton House: Building a resilient future
One of our defining characteristics is the diversity and inclusivity of our team, says Delia Barker, as she reflects on the theatr…
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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…
Raac affected theatre to reopen in 2025
A Midlands theatre that was forced to close its performance space last year following the discovery of reinforced autoclaved aerat…
Quarter of Brits have not visited the theatre
Norwich Theatre launches three-part payment plan after research finds affordability represents a barrier for many potential theatr…
Theatre accessibility for hearing aid users
The National’s Head of Access David Bellwood explains how the theatre prioritises accessibility, working with manufacturers…
Leeds Grand Theatre to close for maintenance works
Leeds Grand Theatre will close for nearly three months so that essential maintenance work can take place. The Yorkshire Evening Po…
Planning inquiry to determine future of theatre building
A week-long planning inquiry has been held into a theatre the local council is claiming has been built without permission. The 450…
Theatre removes ‘offensive’ language from job adverts
Situation prompts debate around appropriate terminology to describe a person's socio-economic background.
London drama school removed from charity register
Kogan Academy of Dramatic Arts had repeatedly failed to file accounts despite being given an official warning and deadline.
Arts centre criticised over rent hike
An arts centre in London has been criticised by a local theatre group after it was told it the rent for space it hires was going u…
Rose Bruford to close Wigan base
Rose Bruford College is closing its acting course and campus in Wigan, two years after taking it over following the closure of the…
New beginnings for post-pandemic theatre workers
Covid has affected the UK theatre industry at all levels, with wide ranging impacts on the workforce, livelihoods, working practic…
Popular Edinburgh Fringe venue put up for sale
One of the best-known Edinburgh Fringe venues has been put up for sale. The Herald reports that Oesselmann Estate Limited, owners…
Contact seeks ‘financial resilience’ after posting £1m deficit
Annual accounts filed by the Manchester theatre show its reserves dwindled to less than a month of operating costs, while Arts Cou…
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…
Deaf pupils to receive Shakespeare resources
Teaching resources to make Shakespeare more accessible for deaf students are being sent to all deaf schools in the UK. The British…
Dorfman Theatre to close for ‘urgent’ renovation
A decade on from its reopening, the Dorfman Theatre is due to close for “urgent” renovations and infrastructure upgrad…
My Gurus: A fusion of influences
Chris Cuming is the newly appointed Artistic Director of the National Youth Music Theatre (NYMT). With a background in dance and p…
Michelin star chef to open restaurant at Welsh theatre
A theatre in Wales has said it hopes to become a destination for food, drink, and culture after announcing that an award-winning c…
ArtsEd delays misconduct report
London drama school ArtsEd has revealed it will delay publishing a public statement and summary of conclusions from an investigati…
Campaigners write to regulator over failings at Seven Dials
A campaign group has written an open letter to the Charity Commission expressing “deep anxiety” over the financial man…
Theatres collaborate with council for community programme
Shakespeare North Playhouse and Warrington-based independent theatre company Not Too Tame have partnered with Warrington Borough C…
Community theatre asks public for support amid rising costs
A community theatre in Kent has asked the public for help maintaining its programme of activities after rising energy and supply c…
Theatres Trust awards small grants to 24 venues
More than £100,000 in grants will be split between 24 theatres across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales through…
