Margaret Hodge's radical plan to reform Arts Council England
Labour peer Margaret Hodge calls for a bonfire of red tape at Arts Council England and a revival of regional arts boards in a major new report. Discover the key recommendations.
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Arts funding protected from politics, says Hodge report
A landmark review calls for an independent body to oversee arts funding in England, aiming to remove political influence. Discover the key recommendations and what they mean for UK culture.
Unseen Letters Reveal Tom Stoppard's Hidden Friendships
Readers' letters uncover Tom Stoppard's profound influence on theatre and community arts, his Czech roots, and the personal connections that shaped his monumental career. Explore the playwright's legacy.
Susan Loppert's Legacy: Art in Hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert revolutionised healthcare environments by integrating art into London's Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, creating a healing space beyond the clinical.
Why Conservatives Don't Get Credit for Arts Funding
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investment - including the £2bn Culture Recovery Fund - remains unacknowledged by sector.
Arts education gets major boost in English schools
Major educational reform in England will elevate creative subjects with new accountability measures, marking a significant victory for arts education advocates.
Arts education gets major boost in England's schools
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
Guardian readers showcase stunning photography from Kerala to UK
Discover the breathtaking diversity of Guardian readers' photography, capturing everything from traditional Indian martial arts to charming British countryside moments in this exclusive visual showcase.
Arts funding crisis deepens as portal collapse paralyses sector
Major arts organisations across England are struggling to survive as a critical funding portal collapse leaves millions in grants hanging in the balance, threatening the future of cultural institutions.
Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.
Transform Festival: Rinse & Blackmilk Stun Leeds Audiences
Experience the groundbreaking dance-theatre collaboration 'Rinse' and 'Blackmilk' at Leeds' Transform Festival 2025 - a powerful exploration of identity and community that's redefining British performance art.
Manchester Event Firm Collapse Leaves Performers Unpaid
Manchester's arts community faces financial devastation as Price Event Management enters administration, leaving performers and suppliers with unpaid invoices totalling over £100,000.
Royal Ballet School: Test Your Knowledge of Its 1926 Origins
Discover the fascinating history behind The Royal Ballet School's 1926 founding and challenge yourself with our cultural heritage quiz exploring Britain's premier dance institution.
Alan Bennett declined OBE in protest of honours system
Celebrated playwright Alan Bennett reveals he quietly turned down an OBE years ago, joining fellow artistic giants like Leonard Bernstein in rejecting official honours.
Saudi Arabia's EA Takeover Bid Sparks Gaming Industry Fears
Electronic Arts faces unprecedented pressure as Saudi Arabia's investment fund seeks major influence, sparking industry-wide concerns about gaming's future direction.
Sky Arts delivers 'most erotic' television says critic
Renowned art critic Waldemar Januszczak makes waves with his provocative review praising Sky Arts for creating television's most sensual and artistically daring content.
Afghan sisters master karate while refugees in Iran
In a Tehran sports hall, Afghan refugee sisters are transforming their lives through karate, building courage and challenging gender norms while displaced from their homeland.
Labour's cultural power shift: Ending London's arts dominance
New Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announces radical devolution of arts funding and decision-making, promising to end London's cultural dominance and empower local communities across Britain.
Black Hole Sign: NHS Crisis Play Stuns at TRON Theatre
A powerful new play at Glasgow's TRON Theatre uses sci-fi allegory to deliver a searing critique of NHS pressures, bureaucracy, and the human cost of a system stretched to breaking point.
Bondi's Sculpture by the Sea faces funding crisis
The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.
Marshall's RA show on Black enslavers challenges history
A major new exhibition by celebrated artist Kerry James Marshall at London's Royal Academy challenges conventional narratives by exploring the complex and often overlooked history of Black enslavers in America.
Steve to Joy Crookes: The Week's Best Culture Reviewed
Dive into the week's most talked-about cultural releases. Our critics deliver their verdicts on Steve's immersive new album, Joy Crookes' soulful live return, and the hottest picks in theatre, gaming, and art.
Danny Boyle to direct Festival of Britain 2030 on Southbank
Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle is set to helm a major Festival of Britain celebration in 2030, transforming London's Southbank Centre into a national hub of creativity and unity, marking the 80th anniversary of the original festival.
Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy
The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i
Sally Rooney declines Israeli arts award over Palestine stance
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines prestigious Aky Arts Award, citing Israel's 'system of racial domination and segregation' against Palestinians. The move ignites fresh debate on cultural boycotts.
Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts
Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land
Lost Picasso Found & Black Sabbath Ballet Stuns
A stunning art world discovery and a groundbreaking metal ballet dominate today's visual news cycle, offering a captivating blend of high culture and iconic music.
RSC Offers Voluntary Redundancy to All Staff Amid Funding Crisis
The Royal Shakespeare Company faces severe financial pressure as it invites voluntary redundancies following government arts funding reductions and rising operational costs.
Babes With Blades: Fighting for diversity in action films
Meet the London-based stunt team shattering stereotypes and creating unprecedented opportunities for women of colour in the action film industry.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
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