Wednesday, 22 March 2023
Are concerns about disruptive theatregoers simply “cultural elitism”? Arifa Akbar asks if we need to redefine what it means to be a ‘good’ audience.
Wednesday, 15 March 2023
Following the reversal of plans to cut Creative Scotland’s funding, Eve McLachlan says arts provision across the whole of Scotland is vital and should not just be an afterthought.
A Canadian senator is pushing for legislative changes to protect indigenous artists’ work, who consider counterfeit copies of their art as cultural theft. Laura Beaulne-Stuebing reports.
While state schools struggle with funding cuts and tight budgets, independent schools have the resources to prioritise both science and creativity, writes Lucy Higginson.
Coventry-based creative Alison Manning says grassroots projects were the foundation of the town’s City of Culture year but were sidelined by little publicity or encouragement.
The closure of the BBC Singers is driven by financial reasons at a time when classical music continues to be underfunded, undervalued and under threat, argues Brindley Sherratt.
Wednesday, 08 March 2023
Limited resources, rising costs and an over-reliance on fundraising have created a harsh economic climate. Jane Askew outlines key practices arts charities should adopt.
A preview of research exposing abusive practices in leadership in the UK has led Samuel Cairnduff to consider the state of cultural leadership in Australian organisations.
Social hierarchies, subtle codes and structural inequality within orchestral workplaces are indicative of an abuse of power at the top, says Hugh Morris.
Chair of the Parthenon Project Lord (Ed) Vaizey argues returning the sculptures would enable Greek citizens and global tourists to study the objects in their ‘truest form’.
Discussing only the value of culture and government spending priorities means the core issues around arts funding remain unaddressed, writes John Kampfner.
Wednesday, 01 March 2023
With 12-years’ experience working front of house, Bethany North says a lack of decisive management intervention is to blame for the rise in disruptive audience behaviour.
Crafting a successful funding application is akin to following a good recipe. Creative Lives has prepared a step-by-step guide with all the key ingredients.
Ben Luke interviews Nigerian gallery director and policy advisor, Dolly Kola-Balogun about what the recent elections might mean for the country’s future cultural ecosystem.
Without a wider strategy, there is widespread concern that the government’s approach to cultural levelling up is a zero-sum game. Andrew Kersley investigates.
“It’s time for theatre to get political and nail its colours to the mast”, says theatre director David Byrne in conversation with Lyn Gardner.
Wednesday, 22 February 2023
A new report investigating whether local areas impact opportunities for freelancers or atypical creatives has been published. Alanna Reid explains how it will support advocacy work.
Could ChatGPT revolutionise communication in the arts? Steven Franklin considers five ways AI elevates social media content creation.
Proposals to revamp the GCSE design and technology curriculum aim to respond to the changing needs of industry. Abbey Bamford has the details.
Artist César Aréchiga visited one of Mexico’s most dangerous prisons to run art classes. Sam Edwards describes what happened.