Arts broadcasting legend Sir Humphrey Burton dies at 94
Sir Humphrey Burton, the visionary BBC and LWT broadcaster who shaped arts TV and created Young Musician, has died. Read his remarkable story.
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Arts broadcaster Sir Humphrey Burton dies aged 94
Sir Humphrey Burton, the former BBC head of music who revolutionised classical music broadcasting, has died at 94. Discover the legacy of the man who brought classical music to millions.
Margaret Hodge's damning report calls for Arts Council shake-up
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.
Hodge Report: Arts Funding Must Be Protected from Politics
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.
Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, reshapes arts institution
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.
Nick Cave documentary explores faith and grief on Sky Arts
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.
Barbican Centre gets £451m overhaul for accessibility
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.
Royal Shakespeare Company cuts 11% of jobs
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: Muppets, Murder, and Munro's Last Stand
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.
Pop-up theatre planned for Marble Arch Mound site
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.
Glenn Tilbrook gig supports Charlton pub community buyout
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.
Glenn Tilbrook crowdfunds to save derelict London pub
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.
Critical Thinking to Become Mandatory for UK University Students
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.
Women Photographers 1900-1975: Hidden Legacy
Discover the groundbreaking work of women photographers from 1900-1975 in this powerful visual exhibition. Explore their forgotten contributions to photographic history.
Susan Loppert's arts revolution in hospitals
Discover how Susan Loppert pioneered arts in healthcare, transforming Chelsea and Westminster Hospital with 2000 artworks and performances. Learn about her remarkable legacy.
£15k Fiction Prize for Refugee Writers Launches
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.
Liberal Arts Education Needs Market-Oriented Reform
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.
Tories' £2bn Culture Funding: Why No Recognition?
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investments remain unacknowledged by sector. Explore the funding facts.
Akram Khan's Final Tour: Collaborators on His Genius
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.
Perfect Show for Rachel: A Star Takes Control
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.
$50,000 Arts Degrees to Continue Until 2027
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.
Joyce DiDonato's Mission to Bring Opera to All
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.
Durham's Lumiere Festival ends after 15 years
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.
Harlem Studio Museum Secures New Manhattan Home
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.
Community saves Nottingham art gallery from closure
Discover how Nottingham's beloved art gallery defied closure through an extraordinary community takeover, creating a vibrant new model for cultural spaces across the UK.
Guardian readers share stunning photography collection
Discover the breathtaking visual stories captured by Guardian readers worldwide, featuring ancient Indian martial arts, charming wildlife encounters, and unexpected moments of beauty in everyday life.
Adrian Sutton: Musical Genius Behind War Horse
Celebrating the life and legacy of composer Adrian Sutton, whose powerful scores defined iconic National Theatre productions and brought theatrical magic to audiences worldwide.
Soprano on mastering pain to play 300-year-old woman
Lithuanian soprano Aušrinė Stundytė opens up about the physical and emotional demands of playing Pat Nixon and a centuries-old woman in new opera productions, discussing trauma, adrenaline, and artistic transformation.
UK Launches 'Town of Culture' Search for Overlooked Towns
The government unveils a new competition to crown England's next cultural hotspot, specifically targeting towns that have been 'written out of the national story' and deserve recognition for their unique heritage.
Trump axes arts funding board in cultural blow
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly dismissed the entire board of the federal Arts and Artifacts International Indemnity Programme, jeopardising funding for major museum exhibitions across the UK and beyond.
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