An open letter demanding the end of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has attracted the signatures of over 13,000 Russian art workers on Google Docs—even though speaking out against the war could have serious personal and professional consequences. - Artnet
"The city, legally obligated to care for the collection under an agreement with donor Atwater Kent, doesn't want the hassle or expense of maintaining and storing Joe Frazier's boxing gloves or John Wanamaker's boardroom throne." But critics object to the deal transferring the collection to Drexel. - MSN (The Philadelphia Inquirer)
Seven new theatre and rehearsal spaces have been added to existing facilities at Walsh Bay (just past the bridge from the Opera House), and nine major companies have permanent homes there, including the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Bangarra Dance Theatre, Bell Shakespeare, Sydney Dance Company, and Sydney Theatre Company. - ArtsHub (Australia)
Not only has Russia been stripped of two prestigious events – the Champions League men’s final and Formula One’s Russian Grand Prix –but an increasing number of performances by Russians are being cancelled worldwide. - The Guardian
"Birmingham 2022 festival will include more than 200 events from March to September across the West Midlands and will involve more than 100,000 participants, making it one of the largest cultural programmes to ever surround the games." - The Guardian
The 34-year-old Ayrshire native will be the first woman and the first Scot to head the country's flagship arts event in its 75-year history. - The Scotsman
"I never expected Russian artists to publicly take a stand, to venture, to risk, but when they did, I am struck (mostly) by the humanity, and the specificity of language in conveying that humanity." - The Opera Queen
The University of Manchester asked him to leave after UK Lawyers for Israel complained about his statements in support of Palestinians and "suggested that the university should take appropriate disciplinary action." Twenty-three artists have pulled out of the show. - The Guardian (UK)
There's more: The updated policy is "designed to target groups or individuals that participate in organized violence, spread harmful anti-vaccination material, or harass other Discord users with hate speech." - The Verge
In the past couple of decades, artists have migrated from the East End — where the Whitechapel is — to Peckham and various other spots in southeast London. Some are now settling in coastal towns such as Margate and Folkestone. The exodus poses a threat to London’s status as an art-world center. - The New York Times
To avoid costly shutdowns, they're shelling out for hospital-grade filtration systems, daily testing regimes for performers and crew, more staff to check vaccine cards and IDs, and COVID compliance officers to ensure quality control. But all that health and safety comes at a price these institutions can't afford. - The Stranger
As it announced that arts organizations beyond the capital would get £75 million in additional funding over the next three years, Arts Council England said that its budget for London-based groups and institutions is decreasing by £24 million annually. Some organizations will be encouraged to move to another city. - WhatsOnStage
The proposal to replace the Australia Council is evidence of why it is not– or at least, not yet – up to the task of leading the sector as a whole. - ArtsHub
It’s not about the art. It’s not about the money. It’s not about the donors. It’s not about the audience. It’s not about the artistic “vision.” It’s not about the board. It’s not about giving employment to local artists. It’s not about employing a staff. It’s not about the annual gala. It’s about measuring the impact on your community. ...
