Labour peer Margaret Hodge's review urges Arts Council England to slash red tape, scrap its 'Let's Create' strategy, and revive regional boards. A critical look at the future of arts funding.
A landmark review by Labour peer Margaret Hodge calls for Arts Council England to be shielded from political meddling, scrap its 'straitjacket' strategy, and slash bureaucracy to restore trust. Read the key findings.
President Donald Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors for the first time, celebrating artists like Stallone and Kiss while overseeing major changes to the prestigious arts centre. Explore the political and cultural implications.
A new Sky Arts documentary, 'Nick Cave's Veiled World', delves into the musician's Christian faith, artistic evolution, and the profound impact of personal tragedy. Features interviews from Flea to Rowan Williams.
London's iconic but bewildering Barbican Centre is set for a £451m renewal. The project will tackle leaks, poor signage, and maze-like layout to create a fully accessible cultural hub by 2032.
Dario Vitale departs Versace less than nine months into his role, shortly after Prada's $1.38bn acquisition. The search for a new design chief begins. Read the full story.
Creative Assembly announces Total War: Medieval 3 and teases a second major project, fuelling speculation about a rumoured Star Wars strategy game. Get the full details on the 25th anniversary reveals.
The Royal Shakespeare Company plans to cut its workforce by 11% and merge costume departments to save £2.8m annually, citing a 'perilous' financial situation due to funding cuts and soaring costs. Read the full story.
Tonight's TV guide features a deep dive into festive classics The Muppet Christmas Carol and It's a Wonderful Life, plus the finale of The Ridge and Nick Cave's Bunny Munro. Discover what to watch.
A temporary 500-seat theatre made from recycled fabric and timber could open on Marble Arch island in 2026. Westminster Council is set to decide on the plan.
Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook will perform an exclusive VIP show for donors to a campaign aiming to buy and revive The White Swan pub in Charlton as a community arts hub.
Squeeze legend Glenn Tilbrook is spearheading a grassroots bid to buy and restore The White Swan in Charlton, launching a crowdfunder with a VIP gig as a key reward. Help save this vital community hub.
A landmark report mandates critical thinking and liberal arts modules for all UK university students from 2026, aiming to combat misinformation. Discover the new skills framework.
Discover the groundbreaking work of women photographers from 1900-1975 in this powerful visual exhibition. Explore their forgotten contributions to photographic history.
Discover how Susan Loppert pioneered arts in healthcare, transforming Chelsea and Westminster Hospital with 2000 artworks and performances. Learn about her remarkable legacy.
A new £15,000 fiction award and publishing deal seeks to uncover literary voices from refugee and migrant backgrounds in the UK and Ireland. Submit your work by 13 February.
Adrian Chiles explores why encouraging teenage dreams matters for our cultural landscape, despite the overwhelming odds against success in creative fields.
Jianyang Geng argues liberal arts institutions must embrace market demands and abandon claims of exclusive critical thinking cultivation. Discover why reform is essential for survival.
UK Science Secretary Liz Kendall pledges to reset AI copyright policy, supporting artists' right to payment for work used by AI companies. Find out how this shift affects Britain's creative future.
Discover 17 innovative marshmallow recipes transforming British desserts and cocktails. From fluffy cheesecakes to espresso martinis, elevate your culinary creations.
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investments remain unacknowledged by sector. Explore the funding facts.
New Zealand's premier book awards disqualify multiple authors for using AI in cover designs, sparking debate about technology's role in creative industries. Discover the implications.
As Akram Khan Company presents its last touring show Thikra: Night of Remembering, Danny Boyle, Hanif Kureishi and other collaborators share intimate stories about working with the dance visionary.
Meet Rachel O'Mahony, the learning-disabled star directing her own madcap variety show. Discover how this award-winning production challenges perceptions of disability in the UK theatre scene.
Discover how Folkestone transformed from a declining ferry port into Kent's trendiest coastal town through massive regeneration. Explore the art-filled streets and learn about the £100m investment reshaping this community.
Australian students face $50,000 arts degrees until at least 2027 as government delays reform of the controversial Job Ready Graduates scheme. Discover why critics are demanding urgent action.
Celebrated mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato discusses her passion for performing opera in unconventional spaces, from maximum security prisons to Tasmania, championing its emotional power and accessibility.
The Department for Education aims to broaden music education appeal while withdrawing teacher bursaries from 2026-27, creating policy contradictions that concern educators.
Durham's acclaimed Lumiere light festival closes after 15 years, taking £43m economic impact with it. As arts funding faces 32% cuts, we examine why cultural investment matters more than ever.
New York's Harlem Studio Museum announces its new permanent location at 242 East 125th Street after controversial relocation plan. Discover the museum's fresh start.