Damning Review Slams Arts Council England's Funding Strategy
A major review by Baroness Hodge finds Arts Council England has sidelined artistic excellence in favour of box-ticking bureaucracy. Read the full report and reactions.
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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.
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.
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.
Dana White Faces FBI Probe Over UFC Betting Scandal
UFC President Dana White is reportedly under FBI investigation following explosive claims he placed massive bets on UFC fights, potentially violating gambling regulations.
Nottingham's Community Art Gallery Triumphs Against Odds
Discover how Nottingham's pioneering community-run art gallery is thriving against the odds, championing diverse artists and becoming a blueprint for cultural resilience across the UK.
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.
Muslim students suspended over controversial kidnapping skit
A group of Muslim students at a prestigious American performing arts school has been suspended following a controversial theatrical performance about kidnapping, igniting debates about artistic freedom and cultural sensitivity in education.
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.
Swedish Royal Theatre's Elverket Stage Faces Closure
Stockholm's prestigious Royal Dramatic Theatre announces the potential closure of its innovative Elverket stage following the final performance of Hamlet, sparking concerns about Sweden's cultural landscape and the future of experimental theatre.
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.
Paddy Pimblett and Ilia Topuria in violent UFC hotel brawl
Shocking footage emerges of UFC stars Paddy Pimblett and Ilia Topuria's violent hotel confrontation during fight week, with security struggling to separate the brawling fighters.
MMA World Mourns Duke Roufus Passing at 57
The combat sports community is in mourning following the sudden passing of Duke Roufus, beloved MMA coach and brother to renowned trainer Duke Roufus, at just 57 years old.
McGregor Gets 18-Month UFC Ban for Doping Violation
UFC superstar Conor McGregor faces an 18-month suspension after testing positive for banned substances, marking another major setback for the controversial fighter's turbulent career.
Taylor Swift's Shakespearean Ophelia Video Stuns
Taylor Swift's mesmerising 'The Fate of Ophelia' music video reimagines Shakespeare's tragic heroine through contemporary lens, blending Elizabethan aesthetics with modern storytelling in a visual masterpiece that's captivating critics and Swifties alike.
Keira Knightley reveals her surprising video game hobby
Oscar-nominated actress Keira Knightley reveals her unexpected passion for video games and late-night gaming sessions, while husband James Righton prefers more traditional entertainment.
Hughes vs Nurmagomedov: PFL Superfight Confirmed
Irish sensation Paul Hughes faces his toughest test yet against unbeaten Usman Nurmagomedov in a highly anticipated PFL clash that promises fireworks.
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.
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.
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.
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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