Hong Kong Arts Festival 2025 focus – International Arts Manager volume 21 issue 1

Welcome to the first issue of 2025. As we step into this new year, the performing arts sector stands at the crossroads of innovation.

Our cover feature celebrates the Hong Kong Arts Festival (HKAF), now in its 53rd edition. With its theme “Fantasy and Adventure”, the festival invites audiences on transformative journeys through cutting-edge productions, immersive technologies and timeless classics. 

News

• UK Government announcement set to boost creative industry
• Western Australia Government announces 10-year vision for arts sector
• Music Australia reveals new investment in contemporary music
• Date confirmed for opening of Jacob’s Pillow’s landmark theatre

Musical Chairs

• From promotions to retirement – find out who’s on the move

Classical Music Signings

• Keep up to date with the latest industry news

Competitions and Awards

• sideNotes: The Cello Diaries
• Awards news

Industry Insights:

Key trends in the performing arts in 2025

53rd Hong Kong Arts Festival:

Celebrating “Fantasy and Adventure”

APAP:

A View from Here
Lisa Richards Toney on partnerships as catalysts for growth in the arts

Avant Première 2025 Preview

Rebel in the Arts

Grace Okereke on “Professional Ghosting”

Association of British Orchestras (ABO) 2025 Annual Conference Preview

Chamber Music America’s 2025 National Conference Preview

Diary:

Diary: James Williams
A week with the newly appointed Director of the Royal College of Music