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Arts Council England Reflects on Opera Report Missteps

By Michael Vincent on October 15, 2024

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Arts Council England (ACE) has admitted it overlooked key areas in its recent analysis of UK opera, specifically educational initiatives and access programs.

Catch-up: The report, Let’s Create: Opera and Music Theatre Analysis, sparked a backlash after highlighting diversity issues and overstretched funding, all while failing to delve into the sector’s strength in learning and community participation.

In response: As reported in the Stage, ACE acknowledged its shortcomings and laid out plans for improvement, including fostering talent development and balancing new and traditional opera. With the opera sector facing major challenges — ranging from a lack of diversity to data collection woes — ACE remains optimistic, citing widespread interest in innovative approaches and a renewed focus on touring and new work.

Still, with funding pressures mounting, the road to reform won’t be smooth. But ACE seems committed to fine-tuning its strategies and supporting opera’s future.

Michael Vincent
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