Theatres and cinemas are set to close in the UK on Monday, as the day has been marked for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. The Queen died at the age of 96 on Thursday last week, with the Monday also serving as a bank holiday in the UK. A number of events were cancelled in light …
The RSC and TikTok launch new young people ticketing initiative
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has launched a £10 (€11.86/$13.53) ticket scheme for young people alongside entertainment platform TikTok. TikTok Tickets will allow full-time students and young people to attend RSC shows, with the initiative aiming to increase access to theatre for those that live in areas of structural disadvantage. The scheme will also provide …
RSC and Cunard take Shakespeare to the seas
British luxury cruise line Cunard has signed a deal with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) to bring the works of William Shakespeare to the seas, with performances on board the company’s flagship cruise liner, Queen Mary 2. The renowned theatre company has produced a one-hour compilation piece, called Boundless as the Sea, which is a …
NTIA chief welcomes UK Government’s announcement, with no impact on venues
England has today reintroduced mandatory face coverings on public transport and in shops due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the new Omicron variant, however no further restrictions have been placed on cultural venues, hospitality and night clubs to the relief of the chief executive of Night Time Industries Association (NTIA). While Prime Minister Boris …