RADA and Told by an Idiot announce new association
British theatre company Told by an Idiot has been named Creative Associate of London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. As part of the new partnership, … Read more
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Will data sharing rules threaten funding?
Arts Council England is to introduce new conditions to funding, forcing its national portfolio organisations to share their audience data. But it’s a rule that … Read more
Music Teacher Awards for Excellence announced
UK industry figures gathered at the Music Teacher Awards for Excellence on Friday to celebrate the achievements of music education professionals. Vivienne Price, the founder … Read more
New music supports dementia sufferers
A British composer has devised a new performance aimed at helping dementia sufferers remember new information. Produced using a complex algorithm, Alexis Kirke’s Remember a … Read more
Brainwave: making music from neurons
John Matthias’ new album uses an instrument modelled on the firing of the brain’s neurons. The composer explains how he developed a totally new way … Read more
UK opera companies to merge
The Opera Group and Mahogany Opera, both leading UK companies, have announced that they will merge to form the Mahogany Opera Group. Frederic Wake-Walker, who … Read more
British Dance Edition 2014: the reaction
This year’s British Dance Edition attracted over 300 delegates to venues across Edinburgh and Glasgow for a programme of talks, networking sessions and performances. Highlights included … Read more
Critics’ Circle highlights dance talent
Christopher Wheeldon, Nicolas Le Riche and Yuan Yuan Tan were amongst the names recognised at the Critics’ Circle National Dance Awards on Monday. The awards … Read more
Campaigners celebrate end of Shell’s Southbank sponsorship
Campaigners and climate activists have welcomed the end of Royal Dutch Shell’s association with Southbank Centre. The London venue’s 2014-15 classical season, announced earlier this … Read more
Black Cat Cabaret takes over secret London venue
London’s Black Cat Cabaret will take over a secret venue in the British capital this month for an extravagant and decadent production. The immersive show … Read more