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Could lockdown arts bring an end to cultural snobbery?

Could lockdown arts bring an end to cultural snobbery?

by Richard Jordan

Could easy access to varied forms of art and entertainment on TV and online lead to unexpected discoveries and new audiences post-pandemic? Let’s hope so, says producer Richard Jordan, who’s yearning for an end to artistic snobbery

We must protect and nurture talent to rebuild our industry

We must protect and nurture talent to rebuild our industry

Drama schools are central to theatre’s rebuilding project

Drama schools are central to theatre’s rebuilding project

by Alistair Smith

Should non-singing actors try their hand at musicals? Well, it depends...

Should non-singing actors try their hand at musicals? Well, it depends...

by David Benedict

Reading plays in lockdown isn’t a substitute but a visceral experience of its own

Reading plays in lockdown isn’t a substitute but a visceral experience of its own

by Sudha Bhuchar

Lyn Gardner

Lyn Gardner

We all want theatres to reopen, but responsible producers know patience is a virtue

Seize the moment, theatremakers – we’ll regret not doing what we can today

Embracing slowness would make theatre more thoughtful and inclusive

The loss of theatre businesses such as the Corner Shop in London should worry us all

Theatre is changed – things will never be the same, but that’s no bad thing

15 things I won’t forget about 2020 and its impact on theatre

David Benedict

David Benedict

Should non-singing actors try their hand at musicals? Well, it depends...

Sports fans aren’t wary of experts, so why are arts critics left on the bench?

With imagination, onscreen musicals can be more than theatre substitutes

A sad tale’s best for winter? Not in 2021

Forget Netflix's The Prom: Broadway on screen can be better

Small-scale shows could be the way ahead for the West End’s comeback

We must protect and nurture talent to rebuild our industry

We must protect and nurture talent to rebuild our industry

Drama schools are central to theatre’s rebuilding project

Drama schools are central to theatre’s rebuilding project

by Alistair Smith

Should non-singing actors try their hand at musicals? Well, it depends...

Should non-singing actors try their hand at musicals? Well, it depends...

by David Benedict

Reading plays in lockdown isn’t a substitute but a visceral experience of its own

Reading plays in lockdown isn’t a substitute but a visceral experience of its own

by Sudha Bhuchar

We all want theatres to reopen, but responsible producers know patience is a virtue

We all want theatres to reopen, but responsible producers know patience is a virtue

This year’s tax return is salt in the wound for struggling freelancers

This year’s tax return is salt in the wound for struggling freelancers

by Jon Dryden Taylor

How will theatre respond to Trump’s presidency?

How will theatre respond to Trump’s presidency?

by Howard Sherman

The West End is facing its most radical shake-up in decades

The West End is facing its most radical shake-up in decades

by Richard Jordan

Brexit will leave UK theatremakers stranded from the world unless ministers act now

Brexit will leave UK theatremakers stranded from the world unless ministers act now

by David Hutchinson

Heed producers’ warnings of touring challenges ahead

Heed producers’ warnings of touring challenges ahead

by Alistair Smith

Sports fans aren’t wary of experts, so why are arts critics left on the bench?

Sports fans aren’t wary of experts, so why are arts critics left on the bench?

by David Benedict

Returning to normality is a long way off, but vaccine passports could help

Returning to normality is a long way off, but vaccine passports could help

by Rob Halliday

Keep the light burning – theatre has a bright, inclusive future post-Covid

Keep the light burning – theatre has a bright, inclusive future post-Covid

by Stephanie Street

Seize the moment, theatremakers – we’ll regret not doing what we can today

Seize the moment, theatremakers – we’ll regret not doing what we can today

Could a spiritual reawakening lead to the return of religious musicals?

Could a spiritual reawakening lead to the return of religious musicals?

by Richard Jordan

We all want theatres to reopen, but responsible producers know patience is a virtue

We all want theatres to reopen, but responsible producers know patience is a virtue

This year’s tax return is salt in the wound for struggling freelancers

This year’s tax return is salt in the wound for struggling freelancers

by Jon Dryden Taylor

How will theatre respond to Trump’s presidency?

How will theatre respond to Trump’s presidency?

by Howard Sherman

The West End is facing its most radical shake-up in decades

The West End is facing its most radical shake-up in decades

by Richard Jordan

Do people believe our jobs can be done by anyone?

Do people believe our jobs can be done by anyone?

What are your hopes for our industry in 2021?

What were your highs and lows of 2020?

Your views

Don’t scrap vital BTEC drama courses – your views, January 27

Praise for theatre's outreach and education workers – your views, January 20

Quote UnQuote

Quotes of the Week, January 27: Olly Alexander, Judi Dench, Robert Glenister and more

Quotes of the Week, January 20: Marisha Wallace, Michael Moor, Russell T Davies and more

Quotes of the Week, January 13: Gary Lineker, Lenny Henry, Sian Clifford

Dear West End Producer

'Can you look into the future and tell us when theatres will open again?'

'Do you think auditions post-Covid will stick to being remote at first – especially for those five hours away?’

'What kind of panto would you like to see this year, dear?'

Careers Clinic

By John Byrne

How can I spot useful career advice?

How can I plan ahead amid Covid chaos?

Any tips on how to cope this Christmas?

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Drama schools warn of latest lockdown’s dire impact on training

RADA launches decolonising committee and slashes audition fees

We all want theatres to reopen, but responsible producers know patience is a virtue

NT’s Rufus Norris calls for next CRF round to be ‘ring-fenced’ for productions

Natalie Ibu unveils first season at Northern Stage

National Theatre appoints Clint Dyer as deputy artistic director

Should non-singing actors try their hand at musicals? Well, it depends...

When do theatres hope to reopen in 2021?

Regional Theatre Young Director Scheme cancels residency with Birmingham Rep

Coronavirus: Matthew Bourne productions to be broadcast on TV

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