When culture is cut, everyone suffers - not just the creative industryBerlin faces €130 million cuts to arts funding amid a budget shortfall, impacting its vibrant creative culture.
Where the US presidential candidates stand on the artsThe next US president may deprioritize support for the arts due to pressing national issues.Federal involvement in the arts remains critical despite political challenges.
Can Germany still pay for arts funding? DW 12/03/2024Germany is cutting arts funding, raising concerns about the cultural landscape.The German Culture Council declares the end of a prosperous era for the arts.
Worse than the 1980s' that's the arts sector now. It's not a good look for a Labour government | Charlotte HigginsDisappointment prevails in the creative sector regarding Labour's arts policy; stakeholders seek dedicated attention and action.The arts are struggling under the new Labour government, raising concerns over its fragmented approach.
Arts Commission weighs sizes of grants to aid underserved groups - Austin MonitorThe Arts Commission is concerned that the Thrive grant program may favor established organizations over newcomers, hindering diversity in arts funding.
Better together: Oregon Arts Commission, Cultural Trust aim for a merger * Oregon ArtsWatchOregon Arts Commission and Oregon Cultural Trust plan to merge for greater efficiency and representation in arts and culture funding.
When culture is cut, everyone suffers - not just the creative industryBerlin faces €130 million cuts to arts funding amid a budget shortfall, impacting its vibrant creative culture.
Where the US presidential candidates stand on the artsThe next US president may deprioritize support for the arts due to pressing national issues.Federal involvement in the arts remains critical despite political challenges.
Can Germany still pay for arts funding? DW 12/03/2024Germany is cutting arts funding, raising concerns about the cultural landscape.The German Culture Council declares the end of a prosperous era for the arts.
Worse than the 1980s' that's the arts sector now. It's not a good look for a Labour government | Charlotte HigginsDisappointment prevails in the creative sector regarding Labour's arts policy; stakeholders seek dedicated attention and action.The arts are struggling under the new Labour government, raising concerns over its fragmented approach.
Arts Commission weighs sizes of grants to aid underserved groups - Austin MonitorThe Arts Commission is concerned that the Thrive grant program may favor established organizations over newcomers, hindering diversity in arts funding.
Better together: Oregon Arts Commission, Cultural Trust aim for a merger * Oregon ArtsWatchOregon Arts Commission and Oregon Cultural Trust plan to merge for greater efficiency and representation in arts and culture funding.
Trump orders removal of improper ideology' from top US museumsTrump's executive order aims to reshape the Smithsonian Institution by removing divisive, race-centered ideologies.
US museums seek to provide safe spaces for LGBTQ+ communities amid government rollbacks of their rightsTrump's policies threaten diversity in arts and culture by canceling exhibitions featuring marginalized artists.The cultural landscape could regress to a time of institutional neglect for diverse programming.
Trump disbands presidential committee on the arts and the humanitiesTrump disbanded the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, reversing Biden's re-establishment aimed at boosting federal support for arts and humanities.
Trump executive order on Smithsonian targets funding for programs with 'improper ideology'Trump aims to change funding for Smithsonian programs he deems too liberal.The executive order allows for the oversight of removing what is considered improper ideology.
Trump Says He's Firing Kennedy Center Board of Trustees Members and Naming Himself ChairmanTrump is asserting control over the Kennedy Center by firing trustees and declaring himself chairman, influencing cultural programming.
Opinion: Trump's sham 'golden age' of arts * Oregon ArtsWatchTrump's appointment at the Kennedy Center underscores broader cultural attacks against the arts by the current administration.
Trump orders removal of improper ideology' from top US museumsTrump's executive order aims to reshape the Smithsonian Institution by removing divisive, race-centered ideologies.
US museums seek to provide safe spaces for LGBTQ+ communities amid government rollbacks of their rightsTrump's policies threaten diversity in arts and culture by canceling exhibitions featuring marginalized artists.The cultural landscape could regress to a time of institutional neglect for diverse programming.
Trump disbands presidential committee on the arts and the humanitiesTrump disbanded the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, reversing Biden's re-establishment aimed at boosting federal support for arts and humanities.
Trump executive order on Smithsonian targets funding for programs with 'improper ideology'Trump aims to change funding for Smithsonian programs he deems too liberal.The executive order allows for the oversight of removing what is considered improper ideology.
Trump Says He's Firing Kennedy Center Board of Trustees Members and Naming Himself ChairmanTrump is asserting control over the Kennedy Center by firing trustees and declaring himself chairman, influencing cultural programming.
Opinion: Trump's sham 'golden age' of arts * Oregon ArtsWatchTrump's appointment at the Kennedy Center underscores broader cultural attacks against the arts by the current administration.
Trump aims to remove 'improper ideology' from Smithsonian with new executive orderTrump's order seeks to reshape the Smithsonian Institution by removing 'divisive' race and gender ideologies from exhibitions.
Trump executive order on Smithsonian targets funding for programs with 'improper ideology'Trump targets Smithsonian Institution funding to address what he perceives as liberal bias in historical narratives.
Trump aims to remove 'improper ideology' from Smithsonian with new executive orderTrump's order seeks to reshape the Smithsonian Institution by removing 'divisive' race and gender ideologies from exhibitions.
Trump executive order on Smithsonian targets funding for programs with 'improper ideology'Trump targets Smithsonian Institution funding to address what he perceives as liberal bias in historical narratives.
Comment | Works of art are living things-so should we let them die?Art is a living entity that evolves over time, deserving of relationships and understanding rather than mere preservation.
Tourist admission fees at UK national museums would be 'ideologically at odds' with their global collections, says new reportCharging international visitors at UK museums could harm cultural diplomacy and visitor numbers. The UK museums' free admission policy plays a crucial role in education.
Tourist tax at UK national museums would be 'ideologically at odds' with global collections, says new reportIntroducing admission charges for international visitors could harm UK museums' global accessibility and soft power.
Wanted! Italy seeks new directors for top museumsItaly is seeking new directors for five top cultural sites, impacting culture minister Alessandro Giuli's visibility and agenda.
Tourist tax at UK national museums would be 'ideologically at odds' with global collections, says new reportIntroducing admission charges for international visitors could harm UK museums' global accessibility and soft power.
Wanted! Italy seeks new directors for top museumsItaly is seeking new directors for five top cultural sites, impacting culture minister Alessandro Giuli's visibility and agenda.
Prompted by convention center controversy, Council seeks changes to public art program - Austin MonitorAustin City Council modernizes public art policies to address criticisms and ensure better handling of artworks.
Turmoil at Italy's museums as ticketing contracts change handsFlorence's museum ticketing turmoil highlights concerns over job security amid profit-driven decisions by Italy's culture ministry.
A battle for memory is playing out at Russia's Gulag MuseumThe Kremlin is reshaping cultural institutions to align with its ideological agenda, impacting historical narratives presented in museums.
How the Nazis Waged War on Modern Art: Inside the "Degenerate Art" Exhibition of 1937Hitler's artistic rejection influenced the Nazi Party's cultural policies, particularly anti-modernist sentiments in art.
Iceland plans national gallery overhaulIceland plans to construct a new National Gallery space to improve art presentation and address severe deficiencies in current exhibition and storage conditions.
How the Nazis Waged War on Modern Art: Inside the "Degenerate Art" Exhibition of 1937Hitler's artistic rejection influenced the Nazi Party's cultural policies, particularly anti-modernist sentiments in art.
Iceland plans national gallery overhaulIceland plans to construct a new National Gallery space to improve art presentation and address severe deficiencies in current exhibition and storage conditions.
Column | Trump's attack on the Kennedy Center is petty but powerfulTrump aims to control the Kennedy Center, reflecting his desire to reshape American culture according to his vision.
French parliamentary elections 2024: candidates outline plans for arts and cultureFrance's culture sector faces imminent transformation due to snap legislative elections.
UK minister hits out at French proposals to charge Britons more to see the Mona LisaUK galleries remain free to visitors while France considers charging non-EU tourists for entry.
Explained: Will other French museums follow the Louvre in charging more to non-EU visitors?The Louvre will implement higher ticket prices for non-EU visitors to fund renovations starting in 2026.
French parliamentary elections 2024: candidates outline plans for arts and cultureFrance's culture sector faces imminent transformation due to snap legislative elections.
UK minister hits out at French proposals to charge Britons more to see the Mona LisaUK galleries remain free to visitors while France considers charging non-EU tourists for entry.
Explained: Will other French museums follow the Louvre in charging more to non-EU visitors?The Louvre will implement higher ticket prices for non-EU visitors to fund renovations starting in 2026.
Titan' of Welsh politics Jenny Randerson dies aged 76Jenny Randerson significantly shaped Welsh cultural policy, most notably through her introduction of free museum entry.
Harem work removed from show at Qatar's Arab Museum of Modern ArtArtistic freedom is challenged when government authorities intervene in exhibitions, as seen in the case of İnci Eviner's Harem.
TV licence fee to rise by 5 to 174.50 in 2025The cost of a TV licence will rise by £5 to £174.50 in 2025 while a government review of the BBC's funding model is underway.
How the UK can be a cultural superpower: think tank puts forward arts policies for new Labour governmentThe Fabian Society calls for increased focus on arts in schools to enhance cultural education and opportunities for children.
Sonia Boyce and John Akomfrah among 4,000 arts professionals urging UK government to stand up for cultureArtists urge UK government for support in the visual arts sector through a collective manifesto and letter.
Emmanuel Macron: France Will 'Fight Hard' to Bring Emily Back to ParisFrench President Macron emphasizes the positive impact of 'Emily in Paris' on France's attractiveness, advocating for the show's return to Paris.
How the UK can be a cultural superpower: think tank puts forward arts policies for new Labour governmentThe Fabian Society calls for increased focus on arts in schools to enhance cultural education and opportunities for children.
Sonia Boyce and John Akomfrah among 4,000 arts professionals urging UK government to stand up for cultureArtists urge UK government for support in the visual arts sector through a collective manifesto and letter.
Emmanuel Macron: France Will 'Fight Hard' to Bring Emily Back to ParisFrench President Macron emphasizes the positive impact of 'Emily in Paris' on France's attractiveness, advocating for the show's return to Paris.
Lisa Nandy absolutely determined' to ensure access to arts for every child' in UKAccess to arts must be a reality for every child in the UK, ensuring equal opportunities in culture.
Lisa Nandy: 'We want to get the nation's great artworks out of the basement and into our communities'Lisa Nandy pledged to reintegrate arts education into schools and increase community access to the government's art collection.
The far right can't take away our hopes and memories. Culture is our weaponThe erosion of core democratic values in Europe, highlighted by the rise of far-right parties, signals a potential regression from the ideals of the French Revolution.
Slovakia targets wealthy' book buyers with steep VAT riseSlovakia's government plans a significant VAT increase on books, facing backlash for targeting a cultural sector seen as vital to democracy.
Protests against Slovakia's authoritarian government DW 08/18/2024Public discontent in Slovakia is escalating due to political corruption and government control over cultural institutions.
Slovakia targets wealthy' book buyers with steep VAT riseSlovakia's government plans a significant VAT increase on books, facing backlash for targeting a cultural sector seen as vital to democracy.
Protests against Slovakia's authoritarian government DW 08/18/2024Public discontent in Slovakia is escalating due to political corruption and government control over cultural institutions.
Italy names new culture minister following appointments scandalAlessandro Giuli's appointment as culture minister signals a shift in Italy's cultural policy and aims for continuity with public demand for change.
The Godfather of French Contemporary Dance Passes the TorchMontanari's retirement signifies a pivotal change for Montpellier Danse, ending a 41-year association that has shaped contemporary dance in France.
UK arts bodies urge incoming government to stand up for the culture sectorVisual arts organisations in the UK call for government support post-election.