By taking a robust approach to understanding the social class make-up of the workforce, the cultural sector can address entrenched…

If artists want an authentic response to their work, they need to give viewers a way in, argues Eleanor MacFarlane.

Arts organisations could be doing a lot to tempt potential audiences with a taster of their work. Steve Wallace explains how video…

With artist workspaces under threat from funding cuts, increases in business rates and property development schemes, a new initiat…

How does a dyed-in-the-wool advocate for public subsidy of culture feel about social investment for the arts and cultural sector?…

Grassroots culture undeniably delivers huge benefits to communities and local economies, but Martin Cox believes it could also res…

Bolton's Octagon Theatre offers refugees and asylum seekers a warm welcome and opportunities to share their experiences. Debor…

Arts organisations can develop resilient business models by acknowledging that they don't have all the answers, says Juli…

Leaders in the arts sector need to focus more on self-awareness and reflection, which is why the Boosting Resilience programme has…

A new cultural curriculum in Bristol aims to reverse the decline in arts education. Phil Castang explains how the creative arts ca…

How do outdoor arts have the potential to reach audiences other artforms can’t, and how can we best support the sector, asks…

Many arts organisations need to think differently about their intellectual property to generate much-needed revenue. Luke McDonagh…

A cloud-based accounting system allows you to manage your financial information more efficiently and cost-effectively. Mahmood Rez…

With arts engagement known to play a key role in social mobility, Claudine Matthews calls for UK cultural institutions to take a c…

Technological and digital developments grow exponentially. The arts sector must take advantage of the technology available no…

Few arts venues have programmed main stage shows starring performers with learning disabilities, but new diversity requirements fo…

Taking an outdoor show on tour presents many challenges, quite different to those for venue-based touring. Irene Segura explains h…

Decision-making can include hard evidence, so how can we best help arts professionals to embrace the data that provides it, asks P…

Melissa Wong introduces a simple framework to help arts organisations identify their strengths, and build on them to boost their&n…

Tax relief can be a lifeline for many arts organisations, so why are so many smaller theatre companies and independent producers m…

Many artists find it difficult to sustain their practice early on in their careers. Nicola Sim shares the findings of her research…

Legacy giving has huge potential as a source of future funding for the arts, especially in Scotland. Richard Radcliffe offers tips…

Having worked in the arts all over the world, Matina Magkou has observed some common challenges – and ways of overcoming the…

When trustees and senior managers develop their fundraising skills alongside staff and volunteers, some key barriers to fundraisin…