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Late bloomers: going from corporate to comedy
There are those who are 'born in a trunk' and there are those who spend time in the corporate world…
Selling Yourself – Learning Module 2, Writing Your Bio
The third of five videos in this second module, offering practical advice for creative businesses and produced by The Big…
Are auditions for acting schools fair?
Auditions at acting schools have become a mini industry. But many are concerned about the practice's economics and accessibility.
Selling Yourself – Learning Module 2, Think Like an American
The second video in this second module, offering practical advice for creative businesses and produced by The Big Idea in…
The art of the author photo – how to take a portrait that sells your book
Like them or loathe them, author photos are a vital part of the publishing industry.
The rise of the romantasy genre, feminist fantasy and diversity in literature
With increasing positive depictions of Asian women in the media, it's time to also centre them in the romantasy genre.
Confidentiality clauses in arts contracts: are we getting the balance right?
Confidentiality around creative work can be hugely important. But when do contract clauses limit arts workers' freedom of speech?
Banksy inspires innovative new dance work
A decade-long collaboration sees Chris Dyke, a choreographer and dancer with Down syndrome, building a new work inspired by world-famous…
5 AI creative writing tools
There is a boom in AI creative writing tools. We've selected five essentials to get you started.
Artists navigating environmental costs of AI art
AI is opening new doors for artists, but there are environmental costs to consider. Two artists share their views and…