German teenagers turning 18 will be offered a €200 (£175/$208) culture pass as a birthday present from the Government, to rekindle an interest in arts and live entertainment following the COVID-19 pandemic. The €200 ‘Kulturpass’ will aim to encourage young adults to experience live culture, get outside and give a financial boost to the arts …
Cost-of-living crisis reveals disparity among audiences
A recent survey conducted among 38 theatres across the UK has shown that the concerns and repercussions of the cost-of-living crisis are not spread evenly across audiences. Some 20% of theatre-goers that said they are more likely to purchase the best available seats said they expect their disposable income to reduce a lot, or have …
Creativity is just the ticket
The opening ceremony to celebrate Leeds’ year of culture in 2023 has an interesting way of securing a ticket, while promoting creativity. The stadium concert will be free but only those who submit an artistic creation of any kind with their ticket application will be able to attend. “One unmissable show. One way to get …
Study reveals US arts and culture ticket sales fall
Ticket sales fell by a greater average percentage than revenue for 15 major arts and cultural organisations across the United States over the course of the 2021-22 season, according to a new study by non-profit consultancy JCA. ‘Trends in Audience Behavior: Reopening Season Trends’ gathered data from six regional theatres, four music organisations, two opera …
Inconsistencies stop disabled customers from enjoying the arts
There are many inconsistencies preventing those with disabilities from enjoying the arts, from ticketing through to accessible venues. A free national Arts Access Card for disabled people to use at theatres, concerts and festivals has been delayed by two years. The card was part of the UK Government’s National Disability Strategy. Arts Council England (ACE) and …
Festivals Australia supports 14 projects across the country
The Festivals Australia program is set to support 14 arts projects across the country with A$630,000 (£360,000/$430,000/€424,000) through its latest funding round. The program supports individual art projects at regional or remote festivals, as well as significant community celebrations. It is run by the Australian Government’s Office for the Arts, which is part of the …
Logitix appoints former Tessitura CEO as strategic advisor
Live event ticketing technology and analytics provider Logitix has announced its intention to expand its performing arts division, and has appointed co-founder and former chief executive of Tessitura Network Jack Rubin as a strategic advisor. The performing arts division will aim to help theatres optimise pricing, distribution and inventory management of tickets. As the co-founder …
Irish artists and creative arts workers to receive basic income in pilot scheme
Ireland’s Government has launched a pilot scheme that will aim to support artists and creative arts workers in the country. The Basic Income for the Arts scheme will look into the impact of a basic income on artists and creative arts workers, over a three-year period. Some 2,000 eligible artists and creative arts workers, who …
Areas outside of London to receive extra arts funding
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has announced that over 100 locations in England, outside of London, will be prioritised for new arts funding. The plans have been revealed with the aim to better distribute funding to previously overlooked or neglected areas. An additional £75m ($99.8m/€89.6m) will be provided by 2025 with …
TRG Arts set to launch Talent Lab workshops
Consultancy TRG Arts has announced the launch of Talent Lab, which will aid emerging arts administrators in their professional development. Talent Lab will offer an affordable way for arts organisations to invest in young professionals, to help develop and retain high-quality employees. TRG Arts’ new venture will be led by chief talent officer, Keri Mesropov. …