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Deaf community welcomed to WOMAD festival

New Zealand’s WOMAD festival is increasing its accessibility by providing sign language interpreters for the deaf at its upcoming events.

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Why the arts are a central force in the economy

Economists should understand the arts as the very centre of a production system that derives benefit from the things the…

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Rethinking our dated philanthropy approach

Research by Melbourne University released this week found arts organisations could do better when approaching trusts and foundations.

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Comedian’s sister among those detained in Jerusalem

Comedian Sarah Silverman’s sister is among a group of women being detained in Jerusalem for trying to pray at a…

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Kalahari metal fans defy heat for artistic expression

Kalahari heavy metal bands are staying true to the traditional metal getup despite the searing temperatures of Southern Africa.

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Egyptian artists' struggle is reflected in work

The tense situation in Egypt is becoming a more and more common theme in the recent art of the country.

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How much should governments spend on the arts?

If we want more money for the arts, we need to create a public culture in which the arts have…

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UK official intervenes in funding process

Deputy Labour leader Harriet Harman has intervened in the Newcastle arts funding process in an attempt to prevent the council…

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Bulgaria controversially awards EU funding to sex-soaked pop music

Controversy has arisen after Bulgaria’s pop-folk music culture known as ‘chalga’ was awarded funding.

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Cirque du Soleil choreographer to direct Brazil World Cup ceremonies

Cirque du Soleil choreographer Franco Dragone will direct the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

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