The global finance hub is forging a new identity through risk-taking alliances between its commercial, public and cultural sectors…

The economic value of our creative industries is clear. But it's not so clear that they're a priority for candidates wanti…

New research suggests that cultural organisations are reluctant to admit to failure for fear of losing their funding. To make genu…

Many young people dream about breaking into the performing arts industry, but without some work experience it can be almost imposs…

The ability to write clearly about an organisation’s ethos, approach, and audience needs is an essential skill for effective…

Engaging with young people is a sound investment in future audiences, says Annabel Thomas – provided you are clear about why…

Alison O'Neill shares her thoughts on how small arts organisations can acquire the financial expertise that grant-making bodie…

A series of informal surgeries for creative artists in Salford uncovered widespread disillusionment, says Steve Slater – as…

Patrick Towell unpicks the crucial differences between creativity and innovation in the context of rapid change in the cultural se…

How can we best develop leaders for the future? Cath Hume suggests we start by creating more leadership opportunities throughout t…

How can arts organisations best nurture a thriving and committed community of volunteers? Robin Hall shares her experience of gain…

Adam Szabo shares seven principles that have helped Manchester Collective attract younger audiences to its classical concerts.

Many entry-level roles in the arts are taken by overqualified graduates, but a project in Wales is opening up opportunities to tho…

What is it like to join Arts Council England's National Portfolio? Annie Rigby shares her stories of joy, relief and fatigue f…

Last month, weekly arts group participants with sensory impairments, physical disabilities and mental illnesses came together to p…

Culturally diverse work is becoming more prominent, but the infrastructure supporting BAME artists still needs to improve, argues…

What can you do if your event is approaching but your marketing campaign isn’t achieving its desired effect? If you’ve…

The government's ‘Making Tax Digital’ initiative makes sense for HMRC, but it's also a chance for arts organis…

Having recently announced that South East Dance is to produce an all-female dance programme, Cath James discusses the complex issu…

Christine Hamilton considers how much has changed since the publication of her report on women in the Scottish arts sector three y…

Why are many women in the arts not progressing into leadership roles? Alex Marshall asks if there are lessons to be learned from t…

By opening up more realistic discussions around motherhood, Motherworks seeks to support those suffering unnecessarily. Ruth Dudma…

Great storytelling is about connecting emotionally with audiences and donors in a clear and succinct way, says Michelle Wright.

Lucy Garland explains how her company makes theatre accessible to adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities.