Thursday, 02 April 2020
Curators and museum researchers in Europe are tracking the events and implications of the coronavirus crisis, not knowing how or when their findings will be used, but confident that future generations will want the information. Lisa Abend reports.
Arts Council Engalnd has provided the resources to prevent a catastrophic collapse of the public cultural sector in England, but that won't end the crisis, says François Matarasso.
Wednesday, 25 March 2020
Nancy Kenney and Helen Stolias ask artists across the world how the coronavirus is affecting them and their work.
Tuesday, 24 March 2020
Art critic Philip Kennicott says the arts will survive. What they will look like is less certain.
Professor of philosophy John Kaag says the art of walking is "purposeless purpose".
In all the uncertainty caused by Covid-19 is one binding truth, writes Sonia Boue: "abled freelance creatives who’ve taken mobility for granted can no longer do so".
Thursday, 19 March 2020
As many interactions move online, young people have the upper hand in sustaining and creating culture, Matt Berg reports.
The University of Maryland offers some practical advice for arts organisations who can't know what the future holds.
Art Critic Moira Macdonald talks about being the only person in the room during a dance company's last rehearsal for a show it may no longer perform.
Alexis Soloski considers the history of how theatre and disease have shaped each other.
Thursday, 12 March 2020
As Tate aims to cut its carbon footprint by at least 10%, Elizabeth Fullerton speaks to the gallery group’s director and others to find out what environmental commitments entail in practice.
The Government’s rejection of Mary Beard as a British Museum trustee raises fundamental questions about how far politicians should interfere in the governance of our cultural institutions, says Kim-Marie Spence.
Wednesday, 11 March 2020
As Sydney Opera House approaches its 50th birthday, it is closing for a multi-million dollar renovation. Bill Wyman examines efforts to make the landmark building fit for new generations.
Alice Casey looks at the progress made so far on opening up data from funders – and asks what more needs to be done.
As the threat from coronavirus grows, Javier Pes reports on the measures taken by institutions that include cancelling trips, extending loans, and providing more handwash for staff and the public.
Wednesday, 04 March 2020
A genre once intended for popular consumption has been monopolised by the old, rich and powerful, says Melanie Lust. It’s time to make classical concerts sexy again.
Today’s musicians open up to Paul Glynn about the challenges of establishing a sustainable career – and why they won’t be replicating the legendary excesses of their predecessors.
The issues that have prompted university staff to go on strike have worrying implications for art schools and the wider arts sector, argue The White Pube.
Lithuania’s success on the global art stage may have its roots in the country’s close-knit and mutually supportive cultural community, finds Adrian Searle.
As museums across China remain closed due to coronavirus, many are responding with resourcefulness and imagination, reports Yaqi Tong.