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Oliviers return was welcome but missed the chance for a big statement

Oliviers return was welcome but missed the chance for a big statement

by Andrzej Lukowski

Andrzej Lukowski says the return of the Olivier Awards was welcome, but missed the chance for big statement on theatre’s current condition

Digital must not become live theatre’s poorer cousin – audiences need both formats

Digital must not become live theatre’s poorer cousin – audiences need both formats

Creatives have proven their mettle this year – who we are isn’t being erased

Creatives have proven their mettle this year – who we are isn’t being erased

Streaming dispute leaves US union members caught in the middle

Streaming dispute leaves US union members caught in the middle

by Howard Sherman

These might be the last award ceremonies for a while – may they bring hope for theatre

These might be the last award ceremonies for a while – may they bring hope for theatre

by Richard Jordan

Lyn Gardner

Lyn Gardner

Small-scale is great, but big shows are key to making theatre accessible

The big test for Culture Recovery Fund winners: will they use it for change?

To end 'jobs for the boys', back schemes that give all freelancers a chance

We need to value theatre for what it does beyond its stages too

Empty seats symbolise lost audiences, but also talent leaving theatre forever

This crisis is a chance to reset theatre subsidy and support artists directly

David Benedict

David Benedict

Les Misérables lyricist Herbert Kretzmer's words will never die

For those starved of first-rate, one-off dramas, look to BBC’s Play for Today

Arts jobs are viable – it’s the government that’s not

Relic to revelation – how The Boys in the Band came back to play Broadway

Unlike for the Debut Awards nominees, first roles aren’t always auspicious

Bennett's dramas prove the exceptions that suit both stage and screen

Digital must not become live theatre’s poorer cousin – audiences need both formats

Digital must not become live theatre’s poorer cousin – audiences need both formats

Creatives have proven their mettle this year – who we are isn’t being erased

Creatives have proven their mettle this year – who we are isn’t being erased

Streaming dispute leaves US union members caught in the middle

Streaming dispute leaves US union members caught in the middle

by Howard Sherman

These might be the last award ceremonies for a while – may they bring hope for theatre

These might be the last award ceremonies for a while – may they bring hope for theatre

by Richard Jordan

Theatres must get used to social distancing – it’s what audiences want

Theatres must get used to social distancing – it’s what audiences want

Did ACE have the expertise to decide who received emergency funds?

Did ACE have the expertise to decide who received emergency funds?

by Alistair Smith

Les Misérables lyricist Herbert Kretzmer's words will never die

Les Misérables lyricist Herbert Kretzmer's words will never die

by David Benedict

TV and film depend on theatre’s writers – and this talent needs support

TV and film depend on theatre’s writers – and this talent needs support

by Stephen Garrett

Small-scale is great, but big shows are key to making theatre accessible

Small-scale is great, but big shows are key to making theatre accessible

As theatre begins to renew itself, we must work out how critics engage with it

As theatre begins to renew itself, we must work out how critics engage with it

The Lottery panto scheme will generate income, but it won't save Christmas by itself

The Lottery panto scheme will generate income, but it won't save Christmas by itself

by Richard Jordan

A light in the darkness: how can touring theatre be saved from Covid-19?

A light in the darkness: how can touring theatre be saved from Covid-19?

Funding decisions must be free of political demands

Funding decisions must be free of political demands

by Alistair Smith

For those starved of first-rate, one-off dramas, look to BBC’s Play for Today

For those starved of first-rate, one-off dramas, look to BBC’s Play for Today

by David Benedict

Community support has long been the lifeblood of theatre’s civic standing

Community support has long been the lifeblood of theatre’s civic standing

by Matthew Franks

Theatres must get used to social distancing – it’s what audiences want

Theatres must get used to social distancing – it’s what audiences want

Did ACE have the expertise to decide who received emergency funds?

Did ACE have the expertise to decide who received emergency funds?

by Alistair Smith

Les Misérables lyricist Herbert Kretzmer's words will never die

Les Misérables lyricist Herbert Kretzmer's words will never die

by David Benedict

TV and film depend on theatre’s writers – and this talent needs support

TV and film depend on theatre’s writers – and this talent needs support

by Stephen Garrett

Do you think there’s been a change in how the theatre industry is perceived?

Do you think there’s been a change in how the theatre industry is perceived?

What are the best and worst things about drama school?

Is this the right time for theatre to reopen?

Your views

Does Culture Recovery Fund signal the end of ‘arm’s length’ funding? – your views, October 21

Arts jobs do make business sense – your views, October 14

Quote UnQuote

Quotes of the week, October 21: Anna-Jane Casey, Dawn French, Roy Williams and more

Quotes of the week, October 14: Tracy Brabin, Yolanda Mercy, Mark Rylance and more

Quotes of the week, October 7: Nico Muhly, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Liam Gallagher and more

Dear West End Producer

‘How crowded can a theatre be? How can customers feel comfortable on their return to theatres?’

‘What careers should budding drama school students retrain for?’

‘Any advice on how someone inexperienced in the industry can weather this storm?'

Careers Clinic

By John Byrne

Should I become a social-media influencer?

How can I make the most of online training?

How can I use my musical theatre background to approach screen castings?

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Across The Stage this week

Olivier Awards 2020: the winners in full

Nica Burns reopens first West End theatre as she declares venues are 'safe'

Full list of performing arts organisations given £1m+ recovery grants

Olivier Awards 2020 reveals performers and broadcast details

Open Door puts audition scheme on hold following drama school racism allegations

Black British Theatre Awards: Winners in full

SOLT and UK Theatre issue guidance for venues in Tiers 2 and 3

Producer Kenny Wax questions Culture Recovery Fund decisions

The West End returns: how Nimax is making its theatres Covid-19 secure

Shakespeare’s Globe and Manchester Royal Exchange receive rescue grants over £1m

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