AP news: Resignations at the top, a warning about Welsh arts funding, and the changing role of music managers

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The latest news in the cultural sector News round-up | Jobs of the week | Latest jobs | Manage preferences   NPO boss resigns after council orders booking of controversial comedian The Head of Middlesbrough Town Hall arts venue has resigned in protest after its local council ordered it to book a comedian that many see as racist and homophobic. Lorna Fulton will leave her role in December, unhappy at a decision by the... Editor's comment What will Ed do next? What might the UK's longest longest serving Culture Minister take as his next step? Amanda Parker makes some suggestions. News round-up Vaizey stands down to pursue work in creative industries The former Culture Minister has resigned from parliament, citing a desire to specialise in the sectors he is passionate about. Second senior Southbank creative lead departs Head of Programming Tamsin Ace will leave the venue in December, as will Creative Director Madani Younis. Southbank has not confirmed whether it will replace Ace's role. Arts Councils won’t enforce minimum pay The Arts Council of Wales has said it won’t fund projects that don’t budget minimum pay rates for artists. We asked the other councils why they aren’t doing the same. Music management ‘increasingly unsustainable’, report says New research suggests the expanding role of music managers and an outdated earnings model means “we run the risk of losing many of these talented professionals altogether”. Arts Council of Wales signals bleak funding future The funder has warned organisations seeking annual funding that they must demonstrate what they would deliver “should you receive a lower level of funding”. Changing faces GUS CASELY-HAYFORD has been appointed to lead the new museum, reporting to V&A Director... FIONA GIBSON, Chief Executive at Liverpool’s Everyman & Playhouse will succeed DUNCAN... DAWN AUSTWICK, Chief Executive of The National Lottery Community Fund, has been appointed as Chair... Read more In other news Stockport museums face closure Stockport Council is consulting on a major restructure of its museum service that could include reduced opening hours, increased admission fees, and the closure of Stockport Museum and Chadkirk Chapel to try to save £150,000. Staff at the council's... Record year for EU live music Research from IQ shows that 61 arenas in the European Union collectively sold 37 million tickets in 2019, surpassing bumper results in 2018. Live music accounted for 44% of all events and was a growing field, with arenas showcasing 37% more music... Four injured in Piccadilly Theatre collapse A Wednesday night performance of 'Death of a Salesman' was evacuated after a ceiling collapsed in the West End theatre, causing minor injury to at least four theatregoers. The Ambassador Theatre Group, which runs the venue, said: "We take the safety... National Portrait Gallery announces three-year closure The gallery said closing completely from June 2020 until spring 2023 was the best way to complete its £35.5m redevelopment while protecting visitors, staff and its collection. A spokesperson said the closure will involve staff changes including some... Cuts to Dorset arts funding likely Dorset Council is considering cutting local arts funding by up to 10%, a scenario arts and community groups have argued against. They say a reduction in their local authority funding is likely to affect their ability to attract income from other... Bradford cultural workers strike again About 50 museum and library staff returned to the picket line as part of a three-day-long strike. They are protesting Bradford Council's plans to cut more than £1m from its museums and libraries budget in the coming year. Conservatoire hit with discrimination claims Performing arts students at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland have demanded an apology and compensation for alleged "ableism, queerphobia and transphobia". The complainants have made their grievances public despite warnings from the Conservatoire'... GSA's use of donated £20m under investigation The Scottish Fundraising Standards Panel has confirmed it is looking into how the Glasgow School of Art spent £20m in donations to restore its fire-ravaged Mackintosh Building. The Daily Mail reports the charity had also received more than £50m from... Equity advises against 'ladies and gentlemen' The actors' union's new guidelines for working with LGBT performers encourages venues to instead adopt "gender neutral terminology for collective calls, both front of house and backstage". Sadler's Wells and the Barbican have already removed... More Jobs of the week If you have a vacancy and need it filling quickly, call our ads team on 01223 200200, and see your ad on the web today. Director The Glasgow School of Art Scotland Closing Date: 13 Dec 2019 The Glasgow School of Art wish to appoint a new Director who will build on the Glasgow School of Art’s international reputation as a leader in the delivery of creative education. Marketing and General Manager Music at Oxford South East £27,000 - £27,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 04 Dec 2019 We seek a dynamic marketing specialist with a high-level knowledge of classical music. A flawless writing ability – in general and about music – is essential. This is a key role within the team, encompassing some management responsibilities. Principal and Chief Executive Officer Bristol Old Vic Theatre School South West £75,000 - £75,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 25 Nov 2019 Bristol Old Vic Theatre School is seeking a dedicated Principal and Chief Executive Officer to lead its growth as a specialist Higher Education establishment and world renowned Drama School. Culture and Events Manager Southwark Council London £50,280 - £62,991 (per annum) Closing Date: 17 Nov 2019 Southwark Council is seeking a new Culture and Events Manager with the dynamism, energy, and experience to help the borough achieve its ambitions for culture. Head of Marketing and Communications The Oxford School of Drama South East £30,000 - £30,000 (pro rata) Closing Date: 06 Dec 2019 The Oxford School of Drama is looking for a Head of Marketing and Communications to be responsible for devising, planning and delivering marketing, media and communication strategies that promote the School and all its activities. Programme Manager Access All Areas London £32,000 - £34,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 13 Nov 2019 Access All Areas is looking for Programme Manager to work alongside its Executive Director & Finance Officer to manage its award-winning professional arts programmes, as well as company operations and administration. Chief Executive and Principal Northern School of Contemporary Dance Yorkshire £70,000 - £80,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 29 Nov 2019 Northern School of Contemporary Dance is seeking a visionary Chief Executive and Principal who will lead the organisation's ambitious plans for growth. Artistic Director/Chief Executive Ovalhouse London Closing Date: 29 Nov 2019 Next year Ovalhouse will be moving to its new home, a fully accessible, modern theatre in the heart of Brixton. We are seeking an exceptional individual to create and lead an exciting vision that will re-imagine and cultivate the Ovalhouse of tomorrow. Theatre Programme Manager The Actors Centre London £28,000 - £28,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 18 Nov 2019 The Actors Centre is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Theatre Programme Manager to develop and deliver a varied, creative and dynamic programme for the Tristan Bates Theatre and John Thaw Studio, in line with our artistic vision Strategic Plan Workshop Programme Manager The Actors Centre London £28,000 - £28,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 18 Nov 2019 The Actors Centre is looking for an exceptional, dynamic and forward-thinking Workshop Programme Manager with strong management experience and leadership style to develop and deliver our diverse workshop and masterclass programme. Marketing Manager London Mozart Players London £27,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 13 Nov 2019 An exciting opportunity for an ambitious Marketing Manager to play a crucial role in shaping the future of The London Mozart Players, the UK’s longest established chamber orchestra. Chief Executive Artswork South East £58,000 - £58,000 (per annum) Closing Date: 25 Nov 2019 Artswork wishes to appoint an ambitious and dynamic leader with the vision, leadership, management skills and experience to continue the success and growth of the organisation. Chief Executive Baker Richards UK-Wide Closing Date: 21 Nov 2019 Baker Richards seeks an inspirational, creative and entrepreneurial leader to bring their experience of leadership and revenue generation to the new role of Chief Executive. Executive Director Leeds 2023 North East Closing Date: 18 Nov 2019 Leeds Culture Trust is looking for an Executive Director of Leeds 2023 to help shape and grow a values led organisation from its beginning to one that will have a transformative impact on the city, its artists and its communities. Jobs online this week Marketing Campaigns Manager - Birmingham Hippodrome - West Midlands Training to become a Reminiscence Arts Practitioner - Age Exchange - London Assistant Accountant (Part Qualified) - RADA - London Marketing and Communications Manager - Music Theatre Wales - Wales Head of Development (Fundraising) - Breathe Arts Health Research - London Head of Programmes - Clore Leadership - London Head of Strategic Partnerships and Impact - Clore Leadership - London Communications Manager - Jasmin Vardimon Company - South East Head of Education & Research Collaborations (Culture) - King’s College London - London Marketing Manager - London Concertante - London Artistic Director Ustinov Studio - Theatre Royal Bath - South West Tour Manager - Tall Stories - London Executive Director - Free Word - London Distribution Manager - Directors UK - London Director - Yorkshire Artspace - Yorkshire Trustees - Rosetta Life - South East General Manager - Brighton Open Air Theatre - South East Creative Programmes Manager (Maternity Cover) - ARC Stockton Arts centre - North East Visiting Music Teacher - St Paul’s School - London Project Officer - London Borough of Waltham Forest - London Learning & Engagement Manager (Maternity Cover) - National Youth Choirs of Great Britain - North East Workshop Programme Coordinator - The Actors Centre - London Programme Director - THE LEAP Creative People and Places Programme for Bradford - Yorkshire Strategic Advisory Group Member - South West Museum Development - South West Company Administrator - Community Arts North West - North West Marketing Officer - Eastern Angles Theatre Company - East Coming soon Meet the Neighbours: The Weekend Sat 09 Nov 2019 to Sun 10 Nov 2019 North West Artist Placemaking | Dialogues Towards Change: Rights & Representation in the Visual Arts Sat 09 Nov 2019 South East Creative Practice and Network Development - Care Experienced Young People Tue 12 Nov 2019 Scotland Leadership Symposium - The Next Phase: Trailblazer in Thurrock and beyond? Wed 20 Nov 2019 London Inclusive Practice | Dialogues Towards Change: Rights & Representation in the Visual Arts Wed 20 Nov 2019 South East Measuring Up Fri 22 Nov 2019 London Livestreaming to Engage Audiences Wed 27 Nov 2019 Online Participative Institutions | Dialogues Towards Change: Rights & Representation in the Visual Arts Mon 02 Dec 2019 South East AMA Digital Marketing Day 2019 Thu 05 Dec 2019 UK-Wide Getting to Grips with Finance Tue 14 Jan 2020 South West Train the Trainer Thu 16 Jan 2020 London How to Write Great Applications Thu 30 Jan 2020 London Integrating a Fundraising Strategy with Business Planning Wed 12 Feb 2020 South West Asking People for Money Thu 13 Feb 2020 London Creating a Winning Fundraising Strategy Thu 20 Feb 2020 North East More events - Sign up to our Events bulletin

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