Performing Arts
Never ever need the job
Actors must be experts not just in acting but in how they approach an audition and that means developing detachment…
Miracle work: how creative education can overcome learning disabilities
Inspiring stories of children with severe learning difficulties emphasise the power of creativity and the arts in education.
Four ways arts workers can win in the new economy
Tap into arts-focused online platforms to access materials, administrative support, spaces and customers in a dynamic global economy.
Artists dying of exposure
It can be awkward to ask for money you are worth but if you don't, there is a queue of…
A new way to reclaim your copyright
A new technology may provide a gateway that ensure copyright holders can prevent misuse of their intellectual property.
Why directors need to get out of the way
Every leader is one of three things: an inspiring mentor, a forgettable blip, or a terrible story that colleagues tell…
The slow truth behind overnight success
The fairy tale of a big break is usually only half the story. Years of preparation is often behind an…
When collaborations go wrong
We hear often about successful creative pairings but there are also pitfalls that can derail a project. Avoid these three…
Bringing the board room to the orchestra
How does a manager balance the individualism needed for elite performance with the collectivism of an ensemble? A little help…
Is arts funding ethical?
When developing countries need clean water, can we justify arts philanthropy? Philosopher Peter Singer, artistic director Robyn Archer and arts…