Opinions & Analysis
Quality not quantity should measure theatre success
If numbers tell the truth, the UK theatre industry is thriving. But plays don't come off a production line so…
The challenges of international touring
The experience of Circus Oz shows the pragmatics of touring can themselves be an acrobatic act.
Embracing the elusive
Following widespread reaction to the powerful contention that art should disturb not please, we publish Leysen's full speech.
We don’t obey authority, but we do love drama
As much art as science, the controversial Milgram and Stanford prison experiments on obedience to authority continue to inspire screen…
Does art make good (reality) television?
A Brit reality tv show turns Street Art into the latest ratings pawn with a Survivor meets The Archibald zeal.
Zombies, GIFs & stuckism: 21st century art movements
It's hard to imagine these art movements defining our times. But then, that's what they said about Impressionism.
Fighting the ticket touts
Computer hackers have raised the stakes in ticket touting prompting a UK parliamentary debate this week. But changing the law…
Enough lists: 2015 is another good year to read books by women
The world’s bookshelf would be a much poorer place if it had relied on the whims of a select few…
'tis the season to be crafty
Understanding the work behind your purchases may change what gifts you buy this Christmas.
Oh no you d'int: the costs of getting nasty on social media
Learn from Iggy Azalea, Snoop Lion and Redfoo and make sure social media doesn't turn catfights into court battles.