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The arts sector has a duty to challenge social injustice and promote equality and diversity, but Wales is getting left behind, warns Abdul Shayek. |
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The UK City of Culture competition brings great benefits – to the losers as well as the winners – but as more cities, towns and even villages express interest, Andrew Dixon asks if changes are needed.
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When orchestra professionals Tamzin Aitken and Libby Papakyriacou decided to stage a fundraising concert to support the refugee crisis – outside of their normal day jobs – they were overwhelmed by the response.
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A new model of digital distribution is giving rural communities the chance to see filmed performances of dance, opera and theatre at affordable prices. Denzil Monk explains how.
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Artistic Director of Théâtre Volière Natasha Wood describes how death ‘snapping at her heels’ propels her on. That and Davie Bowie, of course.
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Changing faces
ESME WARD, currently Head of Learning & Engagement at Manchester Museum and the Whitworth, is...
Currently a Senior Relationship Manager at Arts Council England, IAN TABBRON has been seconded to...
After 13 years in post, JOANNE ORR is stepping down as Chief Executive of Museums Galleries...
#GoodReads
Can forcing children to learn to play instruments destroy their love of music, asks Hattie Garlick.
(The Telegraph)
What are the political, ethical, artistic, and health and safety implications of encouraging audience participation on stage? Before Shakespeare analyses the new production of Julius Caesar at the Bridge Theatre.
(Before Shakespeare)
Theatre maker Daniel Bye explains it only takes one bit of bad luck – an injury, a failed funding bid, or even a breakup – to knock a successful freelance career into serious financial trouble.
(Daniel Bye's blog)
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Featured Conferences, Training and Events
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To be listed on this email call 01223 200200 or go to artsprofessional.co.uk |
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Creative & Cultural Skills National Conference 2018
Tue 17 Apr 2018
Creative & Cultural Skills
Conference - North West
Building a Creative Nation: The Future Workforce. Supporting innovation for skills, recruitment and apprenticeships. A one-day event of debate, workshops and networking featuring the leaders in the creative sector. |
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#BeATrustee
Thu 29 Mar 2018
Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy
Training - South West
New one-day intensive Trustee Leadership Training for Arts and Cultural
fundraisers |
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GDPR Conference
Tue 06 Mar 2018
Directory Of Social Change
Conference - London
As well as two Q&A sessions, this conference has workshops covering fundraising
& direct marketing, privacy notices, record-keeping & security and accountability & governance. |
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Sexual Harassment & Discrimination: Know Your Obligations
Thu 08 Mar 2018
ISM Trust
Other Event - Online
This free webinar aims to help
employers understand their responsibilities in regards to workplace sexual harassment and discrimination. |
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Cultural Transformations - The impacts of Hull UK City of Culture 2017
Thu 15 Mar 2018 to Fri 16 Mar 2018
University of Hull
Conference - Yorkshire
This conference will set Hull’s experiences within a wider national and international understanding of culture-led regeneration and the Cities/Capital of Culture movement, presenting Key findings and sharing lessons learned. |
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Prosper Workshop: Gearing up for growth
Wed 07 Mar 2018
Prosper
Workshop - South West
This highly interactive workshop will guide you through the different steps in
the growth process. From funding options to measuring success, learn how to manage change whilst staying true to your mission. |
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Copywriting Day 2018
Wed 21 Mar 2018
Arts Marketing Association
Training - London
Great copy is at the heart of great marketing. Hone your copywriting skills
with the guidance of experts and peers at Copywriting Day 2018. |
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Arts Marketing Europe
Fri 02 Mar 2018
NXT
Conference - Europe
Learn and network with the brightest and best arts marketeers in Europe. |
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Risks, Rights and Reputations Ambassadors Programme
Mon 26 Feb 2018
What Next?
Training - UK-Wide
A unique professional development programme,
which runs from 2 March to 30 September 2018, bringing together a diverse mix of individuals who are passionate about experimentation and artistic risk in the cultural sector. |
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Rethinking Disability: What needs to change in Museums and Galleries?
Fri 09 Mar 2018
Accentuate - History of Place
Conference - North West
This free symposium is an opportunity to get to grips with why the museums sector is failing to represent disabled and work on a manifesto that could bring about change. |
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North North Symposium
Tue 06 Mar 2018
Headway Arts
Conference - North East
A national symposium bringing together artists and arts organisations for discussion, critical
conversation and debate. |
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Child Protection Policy Writing (Artswork Leadership Training)
Fri 16 Mar 2018
Artswork
Training - London
This one day course will help
inform you on updates to current child protection legislation and provide techniques that will leave you confident in writing or updating your child protection policy. |
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People, Place, Power
Thu 14 Jun 2018 to Fri 15 Jun 2018
Creative People and
Places
Conference - West Midlands
People Place Power is a two-day conference by Creative People and Places to provoke, challenge and move forward inclusive approaches to arts engagement through a series of rich conversations, with an emphasis on learning and practice. |
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2018 Think!Sponsorship Conference 'Expansion'
Fri 27 Apr 2018
Think!Sponsorship
Conference - London
The 2018 Think!Sponsorship conference connects
sponsorship-seekers with potential sponsors through structured networking opportunities. The event is titled 'Expansion' and will consider how sponsorship is evolving in changing social times. |
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