Richard Watts
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Keeping fresh and focused in a long-term role
Tips and ideas from sector colleagues to keep you inspired in an ongoing role.
Knowing when it's time to go
Arts industry figures share their stories about knowing when it's time to seek the next challenge, and how to handle…
Best of the Bowie tributes
From his impact on music to his socio-political influence, David Bowie's death has sparked a wave of writings and reflection.
Remembering Alan Rickman
The British actor has died aged 69, surrounded by family and friends.
Tributes flow for David Bowie
Musician David Bowie has died aged 69, days after releasing his final album.
Outgrowing the ‘ta-dah!’ moment in contemporary circus
The pause for applause after completing a trick regularly punctuates circus shows – but is it impeding the art form’s…
Does sex still sell?
In an era when anyone with a smart phone can quickly sate their erotic appetite, do carnal desires still help…
Six myths preventing people from experiencing your art form
We all know the excuses people make for not attending arts events, but how should we best respond to them?
Working with your lover
What benefits are there in making art with your life partner, and does it mean you’re always bringing your work…
Working with children: proving W.C. Fields wrong
For theatremakers seeking authenticity on stage, casting children can be an obvious choice – as well as a major challenge.