Opinions & Analysis
When art isn't therapy
Sometimes the art made by violent criminals is not so much therapeutic as pornography for the soul.
Smashing the glass ceiling, or not?
The top chairs are not reserved exclusively by men - though the numbers remain out of kilter - exposure helps…
The real story of access tours for blind people
Galleries tout access opportunities for disabled patrons but the real situation is dismal for blind art-lovers.
International coalition battles for artists' rights
UNESCO work on the status of the artists, a New York certification program and a Canadian exhibition right all have…
What is a VIP pass really worth?
Are VIP passes just for massaging the egos of the "celebarati" or do they serve a valuable role in the…
The truth about streaming
Artists don't make much money from Spotify, but that doesn't mean we should all follow Taylor Swift's lead and quit.
Quality not quantity should measure theatre success
If numbers tell the truth, the UK theatre industry is thriving. But plays don't come off a production line so…
The challenges of international touring
The experience of Circus Oz shows the pragmatics of touring can themselves be an acrobatic act.
Embracing the elusive
Following widespread reaction to the powerful contention that art should disturb not please, we publish Leysen's full speech.
We don’t obey authority, but we do love drama
As much art as science, the controversial Milgram and Stanford prison experiments on obedience to authority continue to inspire screen…