Political meddling in arts organisations across the globe is an issue for us all says Natasha Tripney in The Stage. Read more here: www.thestage.co.uk/opinion/poli... #TheArts #ArtsCensorship #SaveTheArts #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

‘Producers are like cockroaches. We survive’ As he retired from his day job at Cameron Mackintosh Ltd back in May, Nick Allott spoke to The Stage about his extraordinary four decades in theatre. #TheStageMostRead 👇

Producer Nick Allott on 40 years with Cameron Mackintosh, Cats, Phantom and Les Miserables

Nick Allott talks about his extraordinary four decades in theatre producing some of the West End's biggest hits, as he retires from Cameron Mackintosh Ltd

thestage.co.uk

Parents in the arts sector work in a system that fails to support them adequately. Here, producer and new mother Nora Laraki shares her experience of taking a baby on tour.

Touring, parenthood and the art of making it work - Arts Professional

Parents in the arts sector work in a system that fails to support them adequately. Here, producer and new mother Nora Laraki shares her experience of taking a baby on tour.

artsprofessional.co.uk

Case Study 8 is live! In this episode, Marina Sacco & Danielle Marshall share their experiences of working in participatory contexts, highlighting the importance of accessibility, inclusion, & sustainable community partnerships. Listen here: shorturl.at/w8CYr @fueltheatre.bsky.social

Case Study 7 is live! Cultural producers Eric Cyuzuzo & Marie Umuhoza, Black organisers from Brussels, share a global perspective on building inclusive spaces, challenging tokenism & supporting community-led projects. Listen here: shorturl.at/A6BXf

🎧 Case Study 6 is live! Millie Wood-Downie & Molly McGeachin — co-founders of The Project People — share how they’re redefining producing through care, transparency & collaboration. A flexible, holistic model for sustainable practice. 🔗 Listen Here: shorturl.at/gXoRP

Pause: A Self-Care Support for Producers is a resource for producers navigating burnout. Incl. 8 commissioned writings with personal insights from producers, practical reflections + useful signposting. producergathering.com/resource/pause-for-producers/ @the-uncultured @producergathering

In this episode, Ellie Liddell-Crewe and F. Zeeshan Choudhury explore access from a global perspective. They emphasise decentralising Western viewpoints, embracing cultural responsiveness, and encouraging ongoing dialogue around accessibility. Listen here: shorturl.at/eb27e #CaseStudies2025

In this episode, Emilie Labourey and Adèle Reeves de Melo reflect on the importance of mentorship, peer support, & genuine connection in producing. They share how networks built on trust and reciprocity can shape sustainable careers. 🔗 Listen more: shorturl.at/TwpqQ

Case Studies with a Global Perspective. In this episode, Ellie Harris and Alison Holder talk about producing touring and outdoor arts, centring anti-racist practice, embedding access from the start, and grappling with sustainability challenges. 🔗 Listen here: shorturl.at/7iGl2

We’re featured in The Stage! 🎉 Pause: A Self-Care Support for Producers is a new resource for producers navigating burnout with 8 commissioned writings, personal insights + practical tools. Co-produced by @the-uncultured.bsky.social & @producergathering.bsky.social 🔗 Download shorturl.at/CqQh4

A free speech group has announced a UK-wide survey on boycotts, censorship and artistic freedom in the cultural sector.

Freedom in the Arts launches survey into censorship in the arts - Arts Professional

A free speech group has announced a UK-wide survey on boycotts, censorship and artistic freedom in the cultural sector.

artsprofessional.co.uk

Case Studies with a Global Perspective. ✨ Case Study 2: How theatre producers can make a space transformative & accessible to everyone - Adrian Gardner and Jasmyn Fisher-Ryner Please share your thoughts on our website in our comment section! Listen here: producergathering.com/case-study/a...

🎉 It’s here: Case Studies with a Global Perspective. Since 2023 we’ve gathered producer conversations to share challenges, ideas & ways forward. ✨ Case Study 1: Participation, Ethics & Care — with Valentina Vela & Amaya Jeyarajah Dent. Listen here: producergathering.com/case-study/a...

Our Lead Producer @nassykonan.bsky.social has written for @artsprofessional.co.uk we’re naming what needs to shift. With the-uncultured.com, we’re co-creating a self-care guide for producers—because wellbeing is the work. Supported by @marlboroughprods.bsky.social & Artsadmin

THE UNCULTURED

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As the demands on independent producers rise, concerns around their mental health and well-being increase too. Nassy Konan is developing a self-care guide to address this.

🚨 LAST CHANCE! 🚨 For five years, The Big Freelancer Survey has built the most detailed picture of arts freelancing. Now, it’s time for the final survey. Your voice matters. Take 10 minutes & be counted. 📝 linktr.ee/BigFreelance... #BigFreelancerSurvey #Theatre

🚀 We’re back! And we’re celebrating the 2025 Migration Stories: Art as Activism bursary recipients! This year’s bursary supports producers who are using migration stories to shape cultural producing and inspire activism.

Global warming is a technological advancement. Global warming is happening because technology does not naturally equal progress, ethics, or ecological balance. Stop saying they ignore the science. They are using the science. Global warming is part of what you get from science under capitalism.

Venues / Producers / Companies - is anyone in need of a brilliant Assistant Producer / Administrator at 1 day a week? Something brilliant I know is looking to fill a days work. DM me

The final day to apply for this great opportunity is at Midnight! #paiddevelopment #creativeproducer

Producer Gathering@producergathering.bsky.social · 2y ago

✨ FROM OUR FRIENDS! ✨ Applications Open for Producer Top-Up 2025! For freelance dance & cross-artform producers who: 🟡 Are underrepresented in the sector 🟡 Mid-career stage 🟡 Based in SE England Apply by next Mon 16 Dec 2024, 11:59 PM 📣Please share and repost!

✨ FROM OUR FRIENDS! ✨ Applications Open for Producer Top-Up 2025! For freelance dance & cross-artform producers who: 🟡 Are underrepresented in the sector 🟡 Mid-career stage 🟡 Based in SE England Apply by next Mon 16 Dec 2024, 11:59 PM 📣Please share and repost!

The Migration Stories: Art as Activism Bursary from @producergathering.bsky.social offers financial support to producers whose work highlights migration issues and inspires action. The bursary provides three grants of £1000.

Bursary Guidance & Call Out Information 2024 - Producer Gathering

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📣 Calling Freelance Producers… Weds 11 Dec | 6-8pm | Online | Free Delve into the concept & realities of freelance producing, what it means & how we can support each other in a constantly changing landscape. How do we continue doing what we love, without burning out? fabric.dance/events/the-r...

The Realities of Freelance Producing and Finding Your Tribe - FABRIC

Unpack the realities of freelance producing, what it means and how we can support each other. Delivered by the Dance Leaders Group (DLG).

fabric.dance

📣 Calling all cross-artform producers! We are pleased to announce our Migration Stories: Art as Activism Bursary🎉 We’re offering £1,000 grants to three producers using art to explore migration & inspire change. 📅 Deadline: 6 Jan 2024 For guidance & to apply producergathering.com/upcoming-bur...

📣 If you haven’t already checked out The Producer Directory 💫 Go check it out on the Producer Gathering website! 🎉 This new platform is a hub for cross-artform producers, artists, venues, & organisations across the UK & beyond. 🌍 (1/4) Supported and collaborated with @marlboroughprods.bsky.social

We’re proud of @nassykonan.bsky.social 🙌🏾🎉 Nassy shares insights into the personal and professional pressures we face and emphasises the importance of industry support. #ArtsLeadership #CreativeProducing #WellbeingMatters @marlboroughprods.bsky.social @thestage.bsky.social

Nassy Konan@nassykonan.bsky.social · 2y ago

✨Friday Sharing - I wrote my first article in @thestage.bsky.social talking about a much-needed resource, a Producer directory we launched recently on our website to help connect producers, artists & venues @producergathering.bsky.social A project by @marlboroughprods.bsky.social

Supported by Arts Council England. A project by Marlborough Productions @marlboroughprods.bsky.social #ProducerGathering #ArtsSupport #IndependentProducers Photo Credit: David Monteith-Hodge Photographise

Hi Bluesky! We’re Producer Gathering, a platform dedicated to supporting and celebrating independent producers in the arts. We provide free resources, learning opportunities, and a space for discussion to empower producers at every stage of their career.