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

by Stephen Garrett

If theatre is dealt a mortal blow, TV and film will be starved of a vital source of talent – we must give the next generation of writers our full support, says TV producer Stephen Garrett

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

by Lyn Gardner

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

by Kate Maltby

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?

by Alan Stacey

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

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

Ralph Fiennes as David Hare? Truth doesn’t have to be picture perfect

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

by Lyn Gardner

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

by Kate Maltby

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?

by Alan Stacey

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

by David Benedict

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

by Matthew Franks

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

by Lyn Gardner

The Culture Recovery Fund will help keep theatres’ lights on and protect jobs

by Oliver Dowden

Back to work: but what do I wear, what do I do, and how long might it last?

by Rob Halliday

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

by Lyn Gardner

We must be more open about the financial reality of working in the arts

by Natasha Tripney

Loss of US healthcare will harm the viability of a career in the arts

by Howard Sherman

Musical theatre has brought relief throughout this crisis

by Richard Jordan

The theatre sector’s survival comes down to money – and government help

by Sean Egan

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

by David Benedict

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

by Matthew Franks

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

by Lyn Gardner

The Green Room

What are the best and worst things about drama school?

Is this the right time for theatre to reopen?

What was the first show you were involved in?

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Your views

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

by The Stage

We must fight for fair pay for freelancers post-Covid – your views, October 7

by The Stage

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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

Quotes of the week, The Stage Debut Awards 2020 on Twitter: Tarek Iskander, Amy Leach, Femi Temowo and more

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Dear West End Producer

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

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

‘We already have the Olivier Awards. Will we now also have the Oliver (Dowden) Awards?’

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Careers Clinic

By John Byrne

How can I make the most of online training?

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

Should I agree to unpaid work?

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Theatres and producers rejected by recovery fund warn of uncertainty ahead

Full list of theatres receiving Culture Recovery Fund grants in round two

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

Evolution or revolution? How drama schools are adapting to the times

Keeping theatres open not a priority for public, poll suggests

Full list of theatres receiving Culture Recovery Fund grants

West End production of Emilia to be streamed online

Former & Juliet employee loses tribunal against producers in furlough case

Cameron Mackintosh to tackle lack of diversity in long-running musicals with dedicated workshop

Manchester School of Theatre students share 'shocking' lockdown experiences

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