Monday, 09 May 2016
What does the election of Sadiq Khan as London mayor mean for the arts? Matthew Hemley assesses his manifesto pledges.
Friday, 06 May 2016
If we want more people to go to theatres, we should ask ourselves why some artforms, such as ballet, are considered more worthy of funding than others, such as hip hop, says Steven Hadley.
Thursday, 05 May 2016
The arts are critical to maintaining a balanced intellect, and politicians would do well to remember that the origins of the three ‘R’s are “reading, wroughting and arithmetic,” says Bernice McCabe.
Uprise has had enough of the ‘arrogance’ of middle-aged white people discussing diversity, typified by a recent select committee meeting.
Wednesday, 04 May 2016
Should you appoint board members based on their ability to donate large sums of money? Gina Fairley warns against a ‘Give or Get off’ mentality.
Tuesday, 03 May 2016
Art gives texture and shape to our collective lives and we can’t allow the creatives industries’ focus on market efficiency to ruin its core essence, says Justin O'Connor.
Work created and captured with the help of public funding – such as the National Theatre’s NT Live project – should be made publicly available, says Marcus Romer.
What does Sebastian Schwarz, Glyndebourne’s new General Director, have planned for the opera house – and opera more generally? Rupert Christiansen finds out.
What effect would a vote to leave the European Union have on the environment and the arts? Alison Tickell and Chiara Badiali of Julie’s Bicycle weigh in.
London’s urban planning needs to be aware of the rapidly evolving nature of art forms if it is to house truly 21st century cultural quarters, says Adrian Ellis.
Friday, 29 April 2016
Why is it that the higher up the ladder you go in dance, the fewer women you see? Rachel Moss examines an industry still seemingly stacked in favour of men.
How can large companies benefit from engaging with theatre-goers on Twitter and Facebook? Purple Seven’s Clive Humby reports.
Thursday, 28 April 2016
While there’s still a long way to go before gender equality is achieved in the visual arts, Dany Louise is cheered by some recent high-profile appointments. She talks to these women leaders about the issues.
Wednesday, 27 April 2016
Curve theatre boss Chris Stafford reveals why he turned down a £492k capital funding offer.
As Londoners prepare to vote for their new mayor, The Stage talks to four candidates about their views on the arts.
Tuesday, 26 April 2016
Maria Eichhorn’s exhibition at Chisenhale Gallery involves a locked door, a sign, and a month of paid leave for all staff. Is this just another futile art gesture to resist consumption or something much deeper, asks Adrian Searle.
What do the Welsh political parties have in store for the arts? Huw Thomas gives a helpful overview.
Monday, 25 April 2016
Simon McKerrell explores recent research showing that even if you work hard, you won’t necessarily thrive in the arts – especially if you’re from a working class background.
Why do donors stop giving money to cultural organisations? Colleen Dilenschneider finds the answer hidden in relationship management and falling levels of connectivity.
Wendy Thompson makes the case for commemorating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death by performing fewer of his plays, as continued production serves to cement gender inequalities on and off stage.