Writing and Publishing
How music trumps reading for childhood development
A new study suggests that informal music-making with very young children can lead to better attention and emotion regulation by…
Utopia and how to get there
Dreaming of a vital arts sector can be empowering but it can also be depressing.
Seven steps to building your confidence
More than most fields, success in the arts depends on having the confidence to choose your own path and stick…
Writing for the boxed set
Television writing is sometimes seen as a poor cousin to book writing. But the present surge in televisual storytelling makes…
The heart goes last
In the tradition of The Handmaid’s Tale, Margaret Atwood delivers another disturbing but seductive dystopia.
Choosing a career as a hyphenate
Juggling multiple roles isn't necessarily a compromise. The newly coined role of 'hyphenate' can be a thoughtful career choice.
Welcoming phones in the theatre
Technology is giving audiences back their voice, prompting some theatre companies to embrace their digital critics.
Are artists making money from streaming?
Streaming has overtaken physical formats as the number one way music is consumed but are creators getting a fair share?
Miracle work: how creative education can overcome learning disabilities
Inspiring stories of children with severe learning difficulties emphasise the power of creativity and the arts in education.
Four ways arts workers can win in the new economy
Tap into arts-focused online platforms to access materials, administrative support, spaces and customers in a dynamic global economy.