Acclaimed artist Ben Quilty argues Australia's underfunded and despised arts sector is failing its dreamers, eroding the social fabric needed for a resilient nation. Read his powerful call for change.
Renowned artist Ben Quilty argues chronic underfunding and contempt for the arts is creating a 'nation of rich cowards', jeopardising Australia's social fabric and future resilience.
Ex-BBC Breakfast star Steph McGovern is 'buzzing' to host new primetime BBC2 series The Big Deal, where amateur art lovers compete to win £50,000. The six-part show demystifies the art market.
Former BBC Breakfast star Steph McGovern is back with a primetime BBC2 art competition series, 'The Big Deal'. Discover how amateur dealers compete for £50,000.
A new scheme linking football clubs with cultural venues sees a 20% surge in arts attendance among fans. Discover how the beautiful game is enriching local culture.
Arts leaders warn of a crisis in state school music education, with provision steadily declining. They call for government action to ensure all children have access to the arts.
As Britain's first musical PM since Heath, Keir Starmer must move beyond talk to rescue the arts from funding cuts and inequality. The Hodge report offers a blueprint for change.
Sir Humphrey Burton, the pioneering BBC broadcaster who shaped arts television and launched Young Musician, has died at 94. Read his remarkable story.
Sir Humphrey Burton, the BBC's former head of music who brought classical music to millions, has died at 94. Discover his remarkable legacy and impact.
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.
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.
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.
Tonight's TV guide features deep dives into festive classics 'The Muppet Christmas Carol' and 'It's a Wonderful Life', a chilling Orkney murder mystery, and groundbreaking cancer research. Plan your evening viewing now.
Discover how Susan Loppert revolutionised healthcare environments by integrating art into London's Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, creating a healing space beyond the clinical.
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investment - including the £2bn Culture Recovery Fund - remains unacknowledged by sector.
Major educational reform in England will elevate creative subjects with new accountability measures, marking a significant victory for arts education advocates.
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.
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.
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.
Veteran BBC broadcaster Charles Nove has left his position after conducting a contentious interview with Sarah, Duchess of York about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about editorial standards at the corporation.
Manchester's arts community faces financial devastation as Price Event Management enters administration, leaving performers and suppliers with unpaid invoices totalling over £100,000.
Love Island winner and West End star Amber Davies defends her dance background ahead of Strictly Come Dancing debut, addressing claims of unfair advantage with raw honesty about her performing arts journey.
A seemingly ordinary pottery lamp brought to Antiques Roadshow turned out to be an extremely rare Arts and Crafts masterpiece, stunning its owner with a staggering five-figure valuation that could reach £30,000 at auction.
Renowned art critic Waldemar Januszczak makes waves with his provocative review praising Sky Arts for creating television's most sensual and artistically daring content.
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.
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.
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
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
The Royal Shakespeare Company faces severe financial pressure as it invites voluntary redundancies following government arts funding reductions and rising operational costs.
Myleene Klass commanded attention at the prestigious Sky Arts Awards in a daring sheer black lace gown. The broadcaster and musician radiated confidence on the red carpet, showcasing her impeccable style at the London ceremony.