The latest events, training and opportunities in the arts and culture sector

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The latest events, training and opportunities in the arts and culture sector

Events on Arts Professional View online When you wish upon an ACE review The Hodge review of Arts Council England resembles a Christmas wish list, but who stands to get their presents? asks Robin Cantrill-Fenwick, chief executive at Baker Richards and Arts… Read more... Nothing Without Us: Disability in the arts and cultural sector Dr Mai Musié, senior manager at the National Centre for Academic and Cultural Exchange (NCACE), speaks to three leaders working at the intersection of research… Read more... NEW EVENTS, COURSES & CALL-OUTS Essentials in Application Writing Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy Online January 14, 2026 - January 21, 2026 Learn how to write strong applications and effectively communicate about your work to successfully achieve funding from Trusts and Foundations. HdK’s roadmap to writing a website brief HdK Online January 27, 2026 Planning a new website? Learn how the right brief can set you up for success. Webinar: Building Financial Resilience Figurative Online January 29, 2026 Join the team at Figurative for a free webinar exploring financial resilience and repayable finance. Learn how cultural organisations can diversify income and leverage impact investment alongside grants. Essentials in Fundraising Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy Online February 3, 2026 - February 10, 2026 This course is ideal for individuals who are new to arts fundraising or those with prior fundraising experience who are looking for a refresher. Let's Get Real Conference 2026: AI The Audience Agency London March 19, 2026 The 2026 conference will focus on AI by exploring tools, use cases, governance and strategy, all in the context of what it means to be a cultural organisation trying to get the best from technology. Safeguarding Courses Artswork Professional Development Online Tailored safeguarding training for the creative, cultural & heritage sectors: interactive, sector-specific learning. Project Management Courses Artswork Professional Development Online Project management for creative, cultural & heritage sectors - interactive courses on a range of practical topics. Supporting People, Safety & Wellbeing Courses Artswork Professional Development Online Interactive courses on wellbeing, trauma, behaviour, risk and safety, and supporting young people tailored for creative & cultural settings. eLearning (Self-Guided Courses) Artswork Professional Development Online Learn safeguarding, inclusion, survey design & more anytime, anywhere with our flexible self-guided eLearning courses. OTHER EVENTS ONLINE Evening Courses: Developing Marketing Strategies / Introduction to Arts Evaluation and more Guildhall School of Music & Drama – January 20, 2026 - February 25, 2026 – Online Boost your creative career with evening courses in arts evaluation, event production and management & marketing. National Conference 2026: Change On Our Streets OutdoorArtsUK – February 3, 2026 - February 4, 2026 – East The OutdoorArtsUK National Conference: Change On Our Streets is coming to Cambridge in February 2026. LATEST FEATURES & OPINION All of Us: How one arts centre responded to the discovery just 1% of its workforce was disabled Deborah Kermode, who leads Birmingham’s Midlands Arts Centre, discusses how the organisation instituted an ‘urgent’ 18-month project to diversify its staff and support disabled employees. More features & opinion...  LATEST NEWS Town of Culture: The playing field so far As Bradford wraps up its festivities as UK City of Culture 2025, towns across the country are signalling their intention to become the first Town… More news... Unsubscribe / mailing preferences   |   View online Arts Professional Media Ltd Milton Hall, Ely Road, Milton, Cambridge, CB24 6WZ Copyright Arts Professional Media Ltd. 2025, all rights reserved

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Evaluation for Arts, Culture and Heritage: Principles and Practice Centre for Cultural Value Online A free-to-access online course to help you understand the principles and master the practice of carrying out evaluation.

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Evening Courses: Developing Marketing Strategies / Introduction to Arts Evaluation and more Guildhall School of Music & Drama – January 20, 2026 - February 25, 2026 – Online Boost your creative career with evening courses in arts evaluation, event production and management & marketing. National Conference 2026: Change On Our Streets OutdoorArtsUK – February 3, 2026 - February 4, 2026 – East The OutdoorArtsUK National Conference: Change On Our Streets is coming to Cambridge in February 2026.

4-Day Intensive London Producing Course The CGO Institute – March 19, 2026 - March 22, 2026 – London Join our Spring 2026 Creative Producing diploma programme featuring 8 modules in 4 days led by an international team of experienced practitioners in London!

LATEST NEWS Government departments come under fire from MPs for ‘neglect’ of heritage assets The Cabinet Office has been criticised for a lack of “oversight” on how government departments, including the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Ministry of… Arts and culture sector receives strong showing in New Year Honours Close to 100 people have been recognised for their work in the arts, culture and creative industries in the King’s New Year Honours list, with…

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The latest events, training and opportunities in the arts and culture sector

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HdK’s roadmap to writing a website brief HdK Online January 27, 2026 Planning a new website? Learn how the right brief can set you up for success.

Webinar: Building Financial Resilience Figurative Online January 29, 2026 Join the team at Figurative for a free webinar exploring financial resilience and repayable finance. Learn how cultural organisations can diversify income and leverage impact investment alongside grants. Essentials in Fundraising Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy Online February 3, 2026 - February 10, 2026 This course is ideal for individuals who are new to arts fundraising or those with prior fundraising experience who are looking for a refresher.

How to evaluate digital work The Space Online February 4, 2026 This webinar introduces The Space’s simple evaluation framework and shares insights and learnings from two digital commissions we have applied it to.

LATEST FEATURES & OPINION Price divergence without the nasty surprises Robbie Kings, senior consultant at Baker Richards, argues for a pricing strategy that is transparent, intentional, fair and aimed at specific groups.

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Scottish government makes good on £20m culture boost in draft budget The Scottish government has reaffirmed its pledge to increase cultural spending by £20 million as part of its draft budget announcement for the next financial…

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The latest events, training and opportunities in the arts and culture sector

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Price divergence without the nasty surprises Robbie Kings, senior consultant at Baker Richards, argues for a pricing strategy that is transparent, intentional, fair and aimed at specific groups.

Read more... Unlocking potential: Investment finance at work for culture After securing a further £10 million in repayable loans for the UK’s cultural and creative sector, Figurative’s Fran Sanderson details the singular opportunities offered by this kind of investment - and how it differs from grants. Read more...

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National Conference 2026: Change On Our Streets OutdoorArtsUK – February 3, 2026 - February 4, 2026 – East The OutdoorArtsUK National Conference: Change On Our Streets is coming to Cambridge in February 2026.

LATEST FEATURES & OPINION

Devolution plans for England pose a major threat As the Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill makes its way to the Lords, we are told it will place ‘more power in the hands of local people’. But Steve Mannix, CEO of Mercury Theatre in Colchester, is concerned culture will be excluded.

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Museums and galleries’ financial shift drives DCMS underspend Financial management of state-sponsored museums and galleries, including increased reliance on visitor income and reserves, was a key factor behind a £356 million underspend recorded by the Department for Culture,…

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Building the next chapter for the Centre for Cultural Value Stephen Dobson and Liz Harrop of the Centre for Cultural Value discuss their next steps after securing ‘the rare gift of stability’- thanks to confirmed multi-year funding. Read more... Bridging the digital divide: The role of technology in cultural connection As the arts sector continues to change, there is an opportunity - and a responsibility - to reflect on the role digital systems play in shaping cultural participation, writes Substrakt’s Maisie Burn. Read more...

NEW EVENTS, COURSES & CALL-OUTS

Webinar: Building Financial Resilience Figurative Online January 29, 2026 Join the team at Figurative for a free webinar exploring financial resilience and repayable finance. Learn how cultural organisations can diversify income and leverage impact investment alongside grants.

Essentials in Fundraising Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy Online February 3, 2026 - February 10, 2026 This course is ideal for individuals who are new to arts fundraising or those with prior fundraising experience who are looking for a refresher. How to evaluate digital work The Space Online February 4, 2026 This webinar introduces The Space’s simple evaluation framework and shares insights and learnings from two digital commissions we have applied it to.

The future of social media for arts marketing HdK Online February 24, 2026 What does the future of social media look like for arts and cultural organisations?

Let's Get Real Conference 2026: AI The Audience Agency London March 19, 2026 The 2026 conference will focus on AI by exploring tools, use cases, governance and strategy, all in the context of what it means to be a cultural organisation trying to get the best from technology.

Evaluation for Arts, Culture and Heritage: Principles and Practice Centre for Cultural Value Online A free-to-access online course to help you understand the principles and master the practice of carrying out evaluation.

MA Programmes at the University of Leeds School of Performance and Cultural Industries, University of Leeds Leeds Join one of our MA programmes at the School of Performance and Cultural Industries and combine practical skills with a grounding in research and critical frameworks. PROMOTED Culture, Climate and Environmental Responsibility Annual Report 2024-25 Find out how arts organisations across England are accelerating environmental action at scale in the latest Culture, Climate and Environmental Responsibility Annual Report. Find out more

OTHER EVENTS ONLINE National Conference 2026: Change On Our Streets OutdoorArtsUK – February 3, 2026 - February 4, 2026 – East The OutdoorArtsUK National Conference: Change On Our Streets is coming to Cambridge in February 2026.

ICYMI: FEATURES & OPINION The illusion of inclusion We’ve spent years talking about inclusion, yet our data still tells a one-sided story. Arts impact and audience development consultant Melina Barnett argues that we need to embed evaluation with care and access in mind. More features & opinion...  ICYMI: NEWS Government climbs down on music venues’ bills hike The government has promised pubs and music venues a 15% business rates discount, after nearly 50 of Labour’s 404 MPs demanded a U-turn on hospitality…

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Marketers and leaders need to talk With confidence stretched across the sector, Cath Hume of the Arts Marketing Association explores what cultural marketers and leaders need from one another – and how better dialogue could unlock shared solutions. Read more... Art’s greatest value is in building community, so invite people in For many working in the arts, it’s the social and community aspects of their jobs that is the most compelling, as Splitpixel’s Lauren James has been finding out. Read more...

NEW EVENTS, COURSES & CALL-OUTS

The future of social media for arts marketing HdK Online February 24, 2026 What does the future of social media look like for arts and cultural organisations?

The Power of Place: Cultural Philanthropy in 2026 Figurative Manchester March 10, 2026 Join us for a free half-day conference exploring the power of place-based cultural philanthropy to drive meaningful change.

Let's Get Real Conference 2026: AI The Audience Agency London March 19, 2026 The 2026 conference will focus on AI by exploring tools, use cases, governance and strategy, all in the context of what it means to be a cultural organisation trying to get the best from technology.

Engage Summit 2026: Practical approaches to meaningful public engagement National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE) Birmingham April 29, 2026 - April 30, 2026 The Engage Summit 2026 brings together universities, cultural organisations, community partners and funders to explore how public engagement can be more inclusive, equitable and impactful.

MA Programmes at the University of Leeds School of Performance and Cultural Industries, University of Leeds Leeds Join one of our MA programmes at the School of Performance and Cultural Industries and combine practical skills with a grounding in research and critical frameworks.

Safeguarding Courses Artswork Professional Development Online Tailored safeguarding training for the creative, cultural & heritage sectors: interactive, sector-specific learning. Project Management Courses Artswork Professional Development Online Project management for creative, cultural & heritage sectors - interactive courses on a range of practical topics. Supporting People, Safety & Wellbeing Courses Artswork Professional Development Online Interactive courses on wellbeing, trauma, behaviour, risk and safety, and supporting young people tailored for creative & cultural settings.

Self-Guided Courses (eLearning)

Artswork Professional Development Online Learn safeguarding, inclusion, survey design & more anytime, anywhere with our flexible self-guided eLearning courses.

PROMOTED MA programmes for cultural professionals – deepen your impact and create meaningful change Expert teaching, world-class facilities and part-time study options at the School of Performance and Cultural Industries, University of Leeds. Join us for your MA in September 2026. Find out more OTHER EVENTS ONLINE Essential Safeguarding for the Creative, Cultural & Heritage Sectors Artswork Professional Development – March 2, 2026 – Online A comprehensive safeguarding course tailored for those working in all organisations within the creative, cultural, and heritage sectors. Theory of Change Models for Strategic Project Planning Artswork Professional Development – March 3, 2026 – Online A focused session to help enhance your project planning, strategic alignment, and impact measurement through Theory of Change models. Managing People & Behaviour Dynamics Artswork Professional Development – March 9, 2026 - March 16, 2026 – Online A practical two-part course to help you understand and influence workplace interactions in the creative, cultural & heritage sectors ‘Why don’t you just try acting?’: The Theatre of Marginalised Communities and the Encounter between US and UK Actor Training British American Drama Academy – March 15, 2026 - March 16, 2026 – London Bringing together scholars and practitioners, this symposium will explore how the encounter between US and UK actor training has been shaped by marginalised communities.

ICYMI: FEATURES & OPINION

Is 2026 the ‘seatbelt moment’ for the arts? In the first article in our series exploring creative health, Daisy Fancourt, author of a new book on how the arts can transform our health, thinks 2026 may represent a turning point in arts policy.

More features & opinion...  ICYMI: NEWS Government climbs down on music venues’ bills hike The government has promised pubs and music venues a 15% business rates discount, after nearly 50 of Labour’s 404 MPs demanded a U-turn on hospitality… More news... Unsubscribe / mailing preferences   |   View online Arts Professional Media Ltd Milton Hall, Ely Road, Milton, Cambridge, CB24 6WZ Copyright Arts Professional Media Ltd. 2026, all rights reserved

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How a research trip to Rio helped shape a solo show Art Fund’s Joe Jefford talks to Andrea Nitsche-Krupp about her Laura Lima show at the ICA. Read more... Creative health at a crossroads: Why universities matter The creative health sector sits at the intersection of arts, health and social care, supporting wellness across the UK. Yet this positioning means it often falls between funding systems. Can collaborative work with universities provide any relief? asks Laura Kemp. Read more...

NEW EVENTS, COURSES & CALL-OUTS

The future of social media for arts marketing HdK Online February 24, 2026 What does the future of social media look like for arts and cultural organisations?

Capital Developments: Engaging Your Audience Theatres Trust Online March 5, 2026 Webinar exploring how to first test for, then maintain, re-engage, and even grow audiences during theatre capital projects and other major changes.

The Power of Place: Cultural Philanthropy in 2026 Figurative Manchester March 10, 2026 Join us for a free half-day conference exploring the power of place-based cultural philanthropy to drive meaningful change.

Preparing for Capital Developments Theatres Trust Online March 12, 2026 A capital project is a major undertaking that takes many years of planning and detailed preparatory work, so it is important to get it right and make the most of the opportunity. Murmuration: Culture Summit 2026 Culture Central West Midlands March 18, 2026 Interested in place based collective change? Join Culture Central and the RSC as we continue to collectively strategise for culture.

Let's Get Real Conference 2026: AI The Audience Agency London March 19, 2026 The 2026 conference will focus on AI by exploring tools, use cases, governance and strategy, all in the context of what it means to be a cultural organisation trying to get the best from technology. Engage Summit 2026: Practical approaches to meaningful public engagement National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE) Birmingham April 29, 2026 - April 30, 2026 The Engage Summit 2026 brings together universities, cultural organisations, community partners and funders to explore how public engagement can be more inclusive, equitable and impactful.

Oxford Cultural Leader Online 2026 Oxford University Online May 18, 2026 - May 22, 2026 Join a global cohort of arts and culture leaders for Oxford University's live, interactive programme, drawing on Saïd Business School expertise and industry experience.

PROMOTED Engage Summit 2026: Ideas, Tools and Partnerships That Work The Engage Summit 2026 brings together higher education, culture and communities to explore how public engagement can be more inclusive, collaborative and impactful. Join peers from across the UK for practical learning, fresh thinking and honest conversation. Book your place

OTHER EVENTS ONLINE Essential Safeguarding for the Creative, Cultural & Heritage Sectors Artswork Professional Development – March 2, 2026 – Online A comprehensive safeguarding course tailored for those working in all organisations within the creative, cultural, and heritage sectors. Theory of Change Models for Strategic Project Planning Artswork Professional Development – March 3, 2026 – Online A focused session to help enhance your project planning, strategic alignment, and impact measurement through Theory of Change models. Managing People & Behaviour Dynamics Artswork Professional Development – March 9, 2026 - March 16, 2026 – Online A practical two-part course to help you understand and influence workplace interactions in the creative, cultural & heritage sectors ‘Why don’t you just try acting?’: The Theatre of Marginalised Communities and the Encounter between US and UK Actor Training British American Drama Academy – March 15, 2026 - March 16, 2026 – London Bringing together scholars and practitioners, this symposium will explore how the encounter between US and UK actor training has been shaped by marginalised communities.  ICYMI: FEATURES & OPINION

Heritage holds the key to better places New research from Historic England suggests emotional connection to historic places is fundamental to our wellbeing, as its chairman Lord Neil Mendoza explains.

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Former Culture Minister suggests ACE in need of leadership refresh Ed (now Lord) Vaizey has suggested it may be time for fresh leadership at Arts Council England (ACE) in the wake of an independent review…

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The hidden costs of AI adoption After months researching the ethical implications of AI, CultureSuite's chief technology officer Hubby has more questions than answers. But one thing he says is clear: we shouldn't be figuring this out alone. Read more... Belonging by making: What we learn when we make art together Making art with other people is less about delivering and more about building connections - slowly, carefully and with a lot of tea. So says Rhyannon Parry, creative producer at Heart of Glass. Read more...

Business of the Arts Summit Arts Professional in association with Baker Richards London May 13, 2026 The summit will tackle the critical questions facing arts leaders today: sustainable business models, funding strategies, and how to balance the books while staying true to your mission.

OTHER EVENTS ONLINE Essential Safeguarding for the Creative, Cultural & Heritage Sectors Artswork Professional Development – March 2, 2026 – Online A comprehensive safeguarding course tailored for those working in all organisations within the creative, cultural, and heritage sectors. Theory of Change Models for Strategic Project Planning Artswork Professional Development – March 3, 2026 – Online A focused session to help enhance your project planning, strategic alignment, and impact measurement through Theory of Change models. Managing People & Behaviour Dynamics Artswork Professional Development – March 9, 2026 - March 16, 2026 – Online A practical two-part course to help you understand and influence workplace interactions in the creative, cultural & heritage sectors ‘Why don’t you just try acting?’: The Theatre of Marginalised Communities and the Encounter between US and UK Actor Training British American Drama Academy – March 15, 2026 - March 16, 2026 – London Bringing together scholars and practitioners, this symposium will explore how the encounter between US and UK actor training has been shaped by marginalised communities.

ICYMI: FEATURES & OPINION The power of dance for women affected by cancer Studies show that dance supports emotional regulation, reduces isolation and alleviates mental health challenges, as Lucy Williams knows from her work with Move Dance Feel.

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Intellectual property is sector’s birthright, Bryant declares Minister Chris Bryant has stressed government’s responsibility to handle legislation regarding intellectual property and artificial intelligence (AI) carefully and clearly. The Department for Business and…

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