Opinions and Views on the Theatre Industry

The rebirth of the Drama Book Shop, one of the important symbols of theatre in New York, shows how we can all play our part in supporting mainstays of theatrical life, says Howard Sherman

Make a Difference Trust: A loss and a legacy that must not be forgotten

by Richard Jordan

Dear Boris Johnson: give theatres clarity or insurance

by Alistair Smith

Can Emma Rice hit new Heights with Brontë adaptation?

by David Benedict

How a job advert signalled freelancer recruitment may be becoming more transparent

by Rob Halliday

Lyn Gardner

Safeguarding training is the key to protecting theatre’s most vulnerable

Leeds 2023 points to how arts bodies and councils can together redefine ‘culture’

Now is the perfect time to celebrate theatre’s often undervalued producers

Theatre has had to fight for survival, but a tougher fight may be yet to come

Diversity of storytelling enriches theatre rather than threatens it

Silence can harm. Those in power must do more to condemn bullying

David Benedict

Can Emma Rice hit new Heights with Brontë adaptation?

Jukebox musicals deserve greater respect

When depicting gay lives really was a sin

When it comes to West End theatres, size is – almost – everything

Constellations full of stars makes sense

Great Gatsbys and not so great Gatsbys: Why stage success has proved elusive for Fitzgerald's novel

Make a Difference Trust: A loss and a legacy that must not be forgotten

by Richard Jordan

Dear Boris Johnson: give theatres clarity or insurance

by Alistair Smith

Can Emma Rice hit new Heights with Brontë adaptation?

by David Benedict

How a job advert signalled freelancer recruitment may be becoming more transparent

by Rob Halliday

Freelancers need to discover the liberation of ‘no’ to avoid being exploited

by Stephanie Street

Safeguarding training is the key to protecting theatre’s most vulnerable

by Lyn Gardner

Solidarity is not enough – arts organisations must unite for anti-racist action

by Amanda Parker

If the industry fails to embrace original musical ideas, it could find itself in checkmate

by Richard Jordan

It’s good to talk: theatre offers society a crucial space for conversation

by Aoife Monks

Entertainment industry needs a unified approach to tackle harassment

by Alistair Smith

Jukebox musicals deserve greater respect

by David Benedict

How do we prepare students for an industry that will exploit them?

by Catherine Kodicek

Leeds 2023 points to how arts bodies and councils can together redefine ‘culture’

by Lyn Gardner

Theatre is returning – can I turn off the TV at last?

by Howard Sherman

Without Covid insurance, theatre’s recovery could be stifled

by Richard Jordan

Freelancers need to discover the liberation of ‘no’ to avoid being exploited

by Stephanie Street

Safeguarding training is the key to protecting theatre’s most vulnerable

by Lyn Gardner

Solidarity is not enough – arts organisations must unite for anti-racist action

by Amanda Parker

If the industry fails to embrace original musical ideas, it could find itself in checkmate

by Richard Jordan

The Green Room

What haven’t you missed while the industry has been closed?

What side-hustles have you had over the years?

What are the pros and cons of celebrity casting?

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Your views

Too many actors crowding the industry – your views, June 9

by The Stage

Race and criticism feature responses – your views, June 2

by The Stage

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Quotes of the Week, June 9: Michaela Coel, Rufus Norris, Anna Friel and more

Quotes of the Week, June 2: Tanika Gupta, Amy Trigg, Ian McKellen and more

Quotes of the Week, May 26: Darcey Bussell, Paapa Essiedu, Emily Blunt and more

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Advice

Sam Benjamin: 'Never quit, no matter how hard it gets'

by John Byrne

Louise Andrée Douglas: 'Be yourself, put in the work, and be a team player – you can’t go wrong'

by John Byrne

Raising voices: how musical theatre training is evolving for today’s shows

by Samantha Marsden

Dinesh Sattee: ‘I got my first backstage job by volunteering, getting involved and gaining experience’

by John Byrne

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland’s Susan May Hawley: ‘Be prepared to work long hours as a stage manager’

by John Byrne

How can youth theatre support young people as life opens back up?

by Samantha Marsden

Actor Samantha Sutherland: 'Make an error with a smile and it hides a multitude of sins'

by John Byrne

LIPA's Richard Reddrop: 'Every time you hold it together you become stronger'

by John Byrne

Sound course leader Peter Rice: ‘Being adaptable will develop a sustainable career’

by John Byrne

Dear West End Producer

‘What will happen if Andrew Lloyd Webber gets sent to prison?’

‘Why did they shut down theatres before closing the airports?’

‘Will tickets to see attractive actors cost the same once they get older and fatter?’

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Careers Clinic

By John Byrne

How should I prepare for the delayed release of my film debut?

How can we make our show stand out?

Should I do a foundation course or a degree?

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ArtsEd principal temporarily steps down as school launches misconduct investigation

Andrew Lloyd Webber: We will open theatres fully or you can arrest me

Chris Goode arrested for possession of indecent images prior to death

Stage Directions: Jonny Weldon – ‘Even when my career wasn’t going well, I wanted to keep going’

Ian McKellen launches grants of up to £25k for actors' wages in new shows

Exclusive: Playhouse Theatre to stage Eddie Redmayne’s Cabaret in-the-round

Drama schools issue joint response condemning harassment

ACE backs Kneehigh closure after letter raises concern about company’s future

Barbican staff publish 100 stories of racism at organisation

Safeguarding training is the key to protecting theatre’s most vulnerable

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