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.
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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.
SF Art Academy sells property empire amid financial crisis
The prestigious Academy of Art University in San Francisco is selling off its extensive property holdings amid financial struggles, raising concerns about the future of arts education in the city.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
The Week in Rave Reviews: Cultural Highlights Captivate Critics
A roundup of the UK's most talked-about cultural events this week, from blistering theatre performances to groundbreaking art exhibitions and must-see television dramas.
UK Museums Spent £29m on Storage as Buildings Crumbled
Shocking new data exposes how Britain's cultural institutions are spending millions to store artefacts they can't display, as iconic buildings fall into disrepair and face closure.
National Galleries Told to Share Art Treasures Across UK
A major new report calls for a radical 'national collection' policy, demanding London's Tate and National Gallery lend more iconic artworks to regional museums, ending the capital's art monopoly.
London to host major new David Bowie Centre
A major new David Bowie Centre for the performing arts, featuring over 80,000 personal items from his legendary career, is set to open in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, transforming the V&A's collection into a public attraction.
Hobbycraft Launches Huge 'Everything Must Go' Sale
Hobbycraft launches a huge clearance event with discounts of up to 70% on arts and crafts supplies. Find out what's included and how long the sale lasts.
WNO Directors on Reinventing Opera for a New Generation
An exclusive interview with Welsh National Opera's visionary directors Adele Thomas and Sarah Crabtree as they unveil ambitious plans to revitalise opera, champion new talent, and connect with diverse communities across the UK.
Brad Wall's 'Passe Ballet': Aerial Dance Photography
Acclaimed photographer Brad Wall unveils 'Passe Ballet', a stunning collection of aerial dance photography. Discover the breathtaking geometry and emotion captured from above, transforming dancers into living sculptures against minimalist landscapes.
Skate Early Access Release Date Confirmed for July 12
EA and Full Circle have finally announced the Early Access release date for the highly anticipated Skate reboot. Get the full details on regional availability, playtesting opportunities, and what to expect from the next generation of skateboarding simulat
Essex Youth Fight Seaside Deprivation with Arts Revival
Discover how a groundbreaking initiative in Tendring, Essex, is tackling severe seaside deprivation by creating new jobs and opportunities in the arts, music, and theatre for its young people.
Stephen Colbert's Late Show Wins Emmy for Writing
Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' secures a prestigious Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series, marking a significant victory for the host and his team in the 2025 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
Soprano's Stage Fright Revelation Shakes Classical Music World
Renowned British soprano Louise Alder opens up about her severe performance anxiety ahead of Last Night of the Proms, linking the crisis in arts funding to mental health struggles among musicians.
Royal Opera House in row over Russian singer performance
London's Royal Opera House is embroiled in a major controversy after permitting Russian soprano Anna Netrebko to perform, sparking accusations of cultural betrayal and igniting fierce criticism from Ukrainian groups and arts figures.
Bryan Cranston & Julie Andrews Win 2024 Creative Arts Emmys
The stars came out for the 2024 Creative Arts Emmys! Bryan Cranston, Julie Andrews, and Julianne Nicholson lead the winners' list. Get all the glamorous details and see who took home television's highest honours.
Jackie Chan & Jet Li's 2000s Film Revolution
A deep dive into the 2000s martial arts film revolution, exploring how Jackie Chan's 'Rush Hour' and Jet Li's 'Crouching Tiger' redefined global cinema and bridged East-West cultural divides.
Severance Wins Big at Creative Arts Emmy Awards
Apple TV+'s critically acclaimed series 'Severance' wins big at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards, claiming four trophies including Outstanding Casting and Main Title Design, setting the stage for the Primetime Emmys.
Meanjin Literary Journal Closes After 85 Years
The shocking closure of Australia's venerable literary journal Meanjin after 85 years sparks outrage and sorrow, highlighting a deepening crisis for the nation's cultural institutions.
Trump's Kennedy Center Takeover Sparks Artistic Rebellion
Exclusive: Donald Trump's controversial installation of loyalists to control the Kennedy Center sparks artistic rebellion and allegations of political interference in Washington's iconic cultural institution.
China Fashion Week's Martial Arts Balloon Spectacle
Stunning visuals from China Fashion Week where martial arts met haute couture in a breathtaking hot air balloon display, redefining avant-garde runway shows.
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