Features

Is theatre still a class act?

13 September 2024

James Graham recently lambasted the TV industry for its lack of working-class representation. Is theatre any better?

Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024

11 September 2024

Here we are again in His Majesty’s Theatre for the finals of the Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024.

Dynamic pricing surge threatens to flood Oasis

6 September 2024

Before they have even re-formed, Oasis have hit the headlines for the wrong reasons. Dynamic theatre pricing is already a concern, so Lisa Nandy's interest may be good news.

How Fragile is the Fringe?

30 August 2024

Fringe Chief Executive Shona McCarthy has delivered a downbeat view of the UK arts. We consider the Fringe's future.

Edinburgh 2024 in summary: recovering but not complacent

28 August 2024

Festival leaders are cautious about celebrating increases in visitor numbers and ticket sales for the Edinburgh Fringe, International and Book Festivals.

A week at the Edinburgh Fringe 2024

21 August 2024

Andrew Cowie was not in Edinburgh as a reviewer for BTG, but here he reflects on a week's Festival theatre-going as an audience member.

Sir Alan Ayckbourn: An Unstoppable Phenomenon

9 August 2024

The venerable and ever-popular Sir Alan Ayckbourn is about to direct his 90th play.

Are Audiences Becoming More Squeamish?

2 August 2024

The definition of what might shock on stage changes from generation to generation. A recent case suggests that trigger warnings can still have some value.

Edinburgh 2024 recommendations

28 July 2024

Andrew Cowie takes a look at this year's offerings across two Edinburgh festivals and gives his recommendations.

It’s That Time Again, Edinburgh Beckons

27 July 2024

The Edinburgh International Festival and Fringe and Book Festival are about to open.

Collapsing Theatres

19 July 2024

For a few days last year, the plight of theatres blighted by RAAC made headline news. The story may have gone away, but the problem hasn't.

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy

12 July 2024

Philip Fisher considers whether the 13th culture secretary in under 15 years will be a breath of fresh air for the arts sector.

Into the Unknown

5 July 2024

Will a new government be good for the arts? It can't be worse than the old!

Cultural Envy

28 June 2024

Philip Fisher considers an article by John Kampfner lambasting arts ministers and wonders what the post-election future might hold.

Something Completely Different

21 June 2024

For those who want to indulge their love of musical theatre, The Broadway Cruise might be just the (expensive) ticket.

A Brighter Future for the Arts?

14 June 2024

As Equity and the Labour Party issue their pre-election wish lists, Philip Fisher considers whether anything is likely to change in the near future.

Stylish Kids in Brighton

10 June 2024

National news editor and London reviewer Sandra Giorgetti finds herself interviewing playwright Fraser Dodds following a scheduling mishap in Brighton.

Harry Potter Casts a Long Spell

7 June 2024

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is getting into the Broadway record books. However, it cannot yet compare with London perennials.

Lowry launches 2024–26 Artist Development scheme

2 June 2024

The Lowry makes a callout for six independent artists or companies based in the North of England to take part in a £40,000 development project.

Sunak Attack on Arts

31 May 2024

Rather than concentrating on the country's real problems, Rishi Sunak is once again indulging in culture wars.