Nairn Book and Arts Festival
Nairn’s festival brings Highland arts to life While global festivals attract vast audiences, Nairn’s Book and Arts Festival thrives on close community ties. Artistic Director … Read more
Tradition in motion
Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay sits at the heart of Singapore’s cultural life. CEO Yvonne Tham reflects on how the centre is breaking down … Read more
In the Spotlight: Andrew Comben
What was your first job in the performing arts? Being a member of the children’s chorus with Opera Australia. Who has been the most influential … Read more
Michael Haefliger
Architect of Lucerne Festival’s modern era Michael Haefliger has served as Executive and Artistic Director of Lucerne Festival since 1999, transforming the Swiss institution through … Read more
Classical Music Signings: Instrumentalists July 2025
The Kronos Quartet has joined the roster of MKI Artists for North American representation. Founded in 1973 and now comprising Artistic Director and Founder David … Read more
Classical Music Signings: Singers, July 2025
Canadian soprano Elisabeth Boudreault has joined IMG Artists for general management. Following acclaim for her debut as Frasquita, she returns to Glyndebourne Festival this summer … Read more
Six in Sixty Joy-Leilani Garbutt
Early bird or night owl? Both/neither.Depends on the season. One routine you swear by? I hate routines, but I have a morning ritual: a glass … Read more
Is classical music PR running out of road?
Artists are expected to innovate—so why isn’t the industry doing the same? By Kathleen Alder After a packed week of classical music events, receptions and … Read more
A stroke of fate
sideNotes: International careers often come at a very high price for the artists: endless hours of travelling around the world; getting up in the middle … Read more
Appointments July 2025
Marie Le Sourd (On the Move), Maria Hansen (ELIA), and Rarița Zbranca (Cluj Cultural Centre) have been appointed to the Executive Committee of Culture Action … Read more