Tuesday, 21 October 2014
Alf McCreary speaks to chairman Professor George Bain to reveal the backdrop to the financial crisis facing the Ulster Orchestra.
Women in theatre are at no disadvantage, and gender stereotyping is reinforced by "reducing the complex question of equality to a matter of statistics and quotas", says Rupert Christiansen.
Wednesday, 15 October 2014
Jane Lillystone talks about the contribution of The Wilson gallery to a step-change in Cheltenham's cultural life - and demonstrates how to charm the local press.
Nick Curtis sings the praises of the National Theatre's refurbishment, including its new baby - the Dorfman Theatre.
Tuesday, 14 October 2014
In the age of internet downloads, when will musicians leave record labels behind, asks Joe Miller.
Outgoing Chief Executive of Arts Council England, Alan Davey says devolution offers a great opportunity for arts and culture, but it needs to be seized now.
Monday, 13 October 2014
Only when we find better ways of bridging the divide between culture and the economy will we understand the many dimensions of culture that affect economic success, says Andrew Thompson.
Friday, 10 October 2014
In Plymouth, artists, arts organsiations and the local pub are all working together to encourage arts students to stay in the city after graduation.
Wednesday, 08 October 2014
Edwin Heathcote explores the new trend for galleries to display artworks in domestic, home-like settings.
Tuesday, 07 October 2014
For Franko Figueiredo of StoneCrabs the benefits of touring internationally are many, from the opportunity for artistic exchange and the chance to take more financial risks, to greater all-round production support.
The formidable Artistic Director of ENB, Tamara Rojo, discusses the importance of looking after dancers’ health, nurturing their creativity, and asking for what you want.
Underground music channel Boiler Room is feeding a hunger amongst young people for collaborations that combine popular and classical music.
Revenues from live screenings are soaring, but only padding the pockets of a select few big players. Is it time for an Independent Cinema Office, asks Matthew Linley.
Friday, 03 October 2014
The BBC has just announced a new dance competition for young people. It’s very well thought out, says Judith Mackrell, but that doesn’t stop it being a terrible idea.
After Banksy’s recent mural – a pot shot at the immigration debate – was swiftly scrubbed away by Tendring District Council, Rachael Jolley argues that we should never feel the need to paint over things that challenge our views.
Wednesday, 01 October 2014
Musician Anthea Prince reflects on her journey into the music education sector.
Want to encourage your audience and visitors to become donors? David Dixon explains how.
Guy O’Donnell explains how Sherman Cymru is encouraging first-time attenders, and making sure they return, through a pioneering new project.
At the Conservative Party Conference, Sam West explains exactly why culture matters, how it can be used to build a better nation, and issues a rallying cry to end cuts to local authority budgets.
Monday, 29 September 2014
Catherine Mallyon and Sarah Ellis of the RSC talk about building the confidence and capacity required to make the most of digital technologies.