Is Hello Stage the LinkedIn of the classical world?
For promoters, it’s an unparalleled new way to discover talent. For musicians, it could be the road to stardom. Hello Stage is connecting the classical … Read more
Creative Europe funding: an insider’s guide
The European Union’s new funding framework for culture and media, Creative Europe, is now open to proposals from organisations across the continent. Here, industry insiders … Read more
How to build a dance company
Despite the global recession and tight arts budgets, Shaun Parker turned his dream of launching a dance company into a quirky troupe that’s turning heads. … Read more
Method in the madness: bringing order to music
Philippe Watel launched MusiCHI to bring some order to the chaos of personal music collections. But the digital platform has caught the eye of industry … Read more
Power of three at The Göteborg Opera
Adventurous mainstage productions, an experimentation lab for composers, and imaginative outreach: new artistic director Stephen Langridge is taking a holistic approach at The Göteborg Opera. … Read more
On tour with Amsterdam Sinfonietta
Twenty-two musicians, 12 cities, one baritone – and no conductor. Amsterdam Sinfonietta and Thomas Hampson discuss their next adventure Love and death, melancholia, our lack … Read more
A Christmas revival: backstage at The Royal Ballet
For many, the festive season just isn’t complete without a visit to The Royal Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker. And it’s the company’s costume department … Read more
Digital Theatre redefines how we view the arts
The digital space is taking theatre beyond the limits of the physical stage. Audiences can now watch, appreciate and interact with performances like never before. … Read more
Making noise in Stavanger
A democratic outlook and creative programming – not to mention a brand new concert hall – are propelling Stavanger Symphony Orchestra forwards. When I catch … Read more
Injured musicians: why suffer in silence?
Cellist Corinne Morris has overcome a debilitating shoulder injury to get her career back on track – but such comebacks are rare for musicians. Why … Read more