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Freelancers Make Theatre Work

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An independent, collective voice to advocate for the UK freelance theatre workforce. #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Government urged to reconsider reforms that will ‘exclude’ disabled people from the arts. Culture workers have expressed concern that changes to the government’s Access to Work scheme will force people with disabilities to leave the sector. artsprofessional.co.uk/news/governmen…

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A report by the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre, released last Thursday, puts the spotlight on an industry struggling with rocketing production costs and in need of urgent funding. solt.co.uk/british-theatr… #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #UKTheatre #ArtsFunding

A report by the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre, released last Thursday, puts the spotlight on an industry struggling with rocketing production costs and in need of urgent funding. 

solt.co.uk/british-theatr…

#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #UKTheatre #ArtsFunding
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#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork is here to listen, support & advocate for ALL freelancers in the arts. We're an inclusive, independent community representing the 200,000 self-employed workers in live performance -who make up 70% of the UK theatre workforce. freelancersmaketheatrework.com

#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork is here to listen, support & advocate for ALL freelancers in the arts. We're an inclusive, independent community representing the 200,000 self-employed workers in live performance -who make up 70% of the UK theatre workforce.

freelancersmaketheatrework.com
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Responding to a report from Arts Council England, freelance creative producer and facilitator Leila d’Aronville said that the sector’s future depends on its freelancers, not just its organisations. Read the full article in Arts Professional here: artsprofessional.co.uk/news/culture-s…

Responding to a report from Arts Council England, freelance creative producer and facilitator Leila d’Aronville said that the sector’s future depends on its freelancers, not just its organisations.

Read the full article in Arts Professional here: artsprofessional.co.uk/news/culture-s…
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We have a dedicated page featuring the unions, associations, & networks that support the theatre community. It’s a great resource to help you connect with key organisations and stay informed. Check out the full list here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/associations-n… #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

We have a dedicated page featuring the unions, associations, & networks that support the theatre community. It’s a great resource to help you connect with key organisations and stay informed. Check out the full list here: freelancersmaketheatrework.com/associations-n…

#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
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Government urged to reconsider reforms that will ‘exclude’ disabled people from the arts. Culture workers have expressed concern that changes to the government’s Access to Work scheme will force people with disabilities to leave the sector. artsprofessional.co.uk/news/governmen…

Government urged to reconsider reforms that will ‘exclude’ disabled people from the arts.

Culture workers have expressed concern that changes to the government’s Access to Work scheme will force people with disabilities to leave the sector. 

artsprofessional.co.uk/news/governmen…
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"Theatre is an industry full of rejection, but companies need to deal with delivering this type of rejection better.' - Matt Elesmore is a freelance company/stage manager thestage.co.uk/opinion/job-gh… #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

"Theatre is an industry full of rejection, but companies need to deal with delivering this type of rejection better.' - Matt Elesmore is a freelance company/stage manager

thestage.co.uk/opinion/job-gh…

#FreelancersMakeTheatreWork
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'Art unlocks collaboration, self-expression, and potential in a complex world. It is vital to understanding ourselves as people and as a society, both at home and in the eyes of the world.' - Annilese Miskimmon, artistic director, English National Opera theguardian.com/culture/articl…

'Art unlocks collaboration, self-expression, and potential in a complex world. It is vital to understanding ourselves as people and as a society, both at home and in the eyes of the world.' - Annilese Miskimmon, artistic director, English National Opera

theguardian.com/culture/articl…
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'The fierce battle over artificial intelligence (AI) and copyright - which pits the government against some of the biggest names in the creative industry - returns to the House of Lords on Monday with little sign of a solution in sight.' Via The BBC bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

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Access to Work is a vital scheme that supports disabled freelancers. It’s now under threat, with wide-reaching consequences. An open letter urging the gov to pause and reconsider changes has been written by BAP! which you can read and sign: airtable.com/appSbdVCnzZyRI…

Access to Work is a vital scheme that supports disabled freelancers. It’s now under threat, with wide-reaching consequences. An open letter urging the gov to pause and reconsider changes has been written by BAP! which you can read and sign: airtable.com/appSbdVCnzZyRI…
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Freelancers deserve to be heard. We’re pushing for change-fighting for fair pay, better conditions, and stronger protections for all arts freelancers. Click on ‘Advocate’ to find out more. 👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocate/

Freelancers deserve to be heard. 

We’re pushing for change-fighting for fair pay, better conditions, and stronger protections for all arts freelancers.

Click on ‘Advocate’ to find out more.

👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/advocate/
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We are now just 250 short of 37,000 signatures on our petition 🤏 That's tens of thousands of voices from every part of the UK delivering one clear message: if the government wants national renewal, they should invest in the arts and culture 📈🌱 HELP US HIT 37K 👉

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Indhu Rubasingham & Michelle Terry are among industry leaders urging the government to reconsider planned changes to disability benefits, which they say will create "insurmountable barriers" for disabled theatremakers. thestage.co.uk/news/theatre-l… #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork

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Come find us at the ABTT Theatre Show on June 4th & 5th at Alexandra Palace. We'll have a stand in the Associations Area. Free tickets, free seminars, and loads to explore. Say hello and get inspired! Book here: abtt.org.uk/abtt-theatre-s… #ABTTTheatreShow #FMTW

Come find us at the ABTT Theatre Show on June 4th & 5th at Alexandra Palace. We'll have a stand in the Associations Area. Free tickets, free seminars, and loads to explore. Say hello and get inspired!
Book here: abtt.org.uk/abtt-theatre-s…

#ABTTTheatreShow #FMTW
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'peers again voted 242 to 116 to a change to the legislation that would introduce transparency requirements, aimed at ensuring copyright holders are able to see when their work has been used and by whom.' - Via The BBC bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

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Are you a working class freelancer in the arts? Regional Theatre Young Director Scheme has created some financial resources to help artists from low socio-economic backgrounds navigate self-employment & benefits. Check out their advice leaflet & Turn2us - Tackling Financial Insecurity Together Benefits Calculator: rtyds.co.uk/financial-reso…

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Looking to reduce your environmental impact as a freelancer? Our Climate Crisis page has toolkits, guides, and resources tailored for people working in the arts. Small changes, big difference. 👉 freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/

Looking to reduce your environmental impact as a freelancer? Our Climate Crisis page has toolkits, guides, and resources tailored for people working in the arts. 

Small changes, big difference. 

👉  freelancersmaketheatrework.com/climatecrisis/
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Today we’ve shared a position statement on AI in relation to grant making. We will not use AI to assess applications or make funding decisions. buff.ly/1jdBVb2

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Planning a show for #EdFringe 2025? Join Theatre Green Book for a free 1-hour webinar on how to make your production more sustainable. Tools, tips, inspiration, and space for questions. Thurs 19 June, 10–11am 👉 theatregreenbook.com/events1/edinbu… #GreenBook

Planning a show for #EdFringe 2025?

Join Theatre Green Book for a free 1-hour webinar on how to make your production more sustainable. Tools, tips, inspiration, and space for questions.

Thurs 19 June, 10–11am 

👉  theatregreenbook.com/events1/edinbu…

#GreenBook
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Arts Council England Statement - "We will not use AI to assess applications or make funding decisions." artscouncil.org.uk/ai-arts-counci… #FreelancersMakeTheatreWork #ArtByArtists