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Opinion, analysis and discussion from The Stage's columnists, editor and outside contributors. Our guest columns are 'From the wings', for commentary by creative and backstage voices; 'From the stage', for everything acting and performance-related; and 'From the stalls', covering issues from the wider theatre and performing arts world.

Do critics’ access to shows need a more nuanced approach?

Do critics’ access to shows need a more nuanced approach?

by Richard Jordan
Theatre is a living event, but the shift to online commentary has put pressure on traditional media to be the first to publish reviews, sometimes before a show has had a chance to evolve, says Richard Jordan

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Do critics’ access to shows need a more nuanced approach?

Do critics’ access to shows need a more nuanced approach?

by Richard Jordan
What will the 2026 elections mean for culture?

What will the 2026 elections mean for culture?

by Amanda Parker
British talent is riding a wave – the Tony nominations tell us so

British talent is riding a wave – the Tony nominations tell us so

by Matthew Hemley
Does theatre need to be more honest about its close relationship with alcohol?

Does theatre need to be more honest about its close relationship with alcohol?

by Lyn Gardner
Scottish election pledges show which parties value the arts

Scottish election pledges show which parties value the arts

by Fergus Morgan
An artists’ basic income scheme needs a rigorous deployment strategy

An artists’ basic income scheme needs a rigorous deployment strategy

by Amanda Parker
Ireland is showing basic income for artists can work – the UK should take note

Ireland is showing basic income for artists can work – the UK should take note

by Lyn Gardner
The Rocky Horror Show's enduring success is a masterclass in timing

The Rocky Horror Show's enduring success is a masterclass in timing

by Richard Jordan
Andrew Lloyd Webber: A PR’s nightmare? Not this time

Andrew Lloyd Webber: A PR’s nightmare? Not this time

by Matthew Hemley
Theatre is not an assembly line. Our playwrights deserve more time to play

Theatre is not an assembly line. Our playwrights deserve more time to play

by Matt Applewhite
Touring is in a critical state – it’s time for a reset

Touring is in a critical state – it’s time for a reset

by Lyn Gardner
Five factors causing visa issues for theatre shows touring to the US

Five factors causing visa issues for theatre shows touring to the US

by Amanda S Brill
Early birds and night owls: why a show’s start time can make all the difference

Early birds and night owls: why a show’s start time can make all the difference

by Natasha Tripney
The Oliviers enjoyed a welcome return to prime-time TV – long may that continue

The Oliviers enjoyed a welcome return to prime-time TV – long may that continue

by Matthew Hemley
People-powered creativity will outlive AI, and this theatre design is proof

People-powered creativity will outlive AI, and this theatre design is proof

by Jane Wheeler
Curtain calls: To film or not to film, that is the question

Curtain calls: To film or not to film, that is the question

by Matthew Hemley
Why have we normalised the idea of being miserable for your art?

Why have we normalised the idea of being miserable for your art?

by Lyn Gardner
Self-tapes should be a starting point for casting, not the whole process

Self-tapes should be a starting point for casting, not the whole process

by Rob Kelly
Do critics’ access to shows need a more nuanced approach?

Do critics’ access to shows need a more nuanced approach?

by Richard Jordan
What will the 2026 elections mean for culture?

What will the 2026 elections mean for culture?

by Amanda Parker
British talent is riding a wave – the Tony nominations tell us so

British talent is riding a wave – the Tony nominations tell us so

by Matthew Hemley
Does theatre need to be more honest about its close relationship with alcohol?

Does theatre need to be more honest about its close relationship with alcohol?

by Lyn Gardner
Scottish election pledges show which parties value the arts

Scottish election pledges show which parties value the arts

by Fergus Morgan
An artists’ basic income scheme needs a rigorous deployment strategy

An artists’ basic income scheme needs a rigorous deployment strategy

by Amanda Parker
Ireland is showing basic income for artists can work – the UK should take note

Ireland is showing basic income for artists can work – the UK should take note

by Lyn Gardner
The Rocky Horror Show's enduring success is a masterclass in timing

The Rocky Horror Show's enduring success is a masterclass in timing

by Richard Jordan
Five factors causing visa issues for theatre shows touring to the US

Five factors causing visa issues for theatre shows touring to the US

by Amanda S Brill
Early birds and night owls: why a show’s start time can make all the difference

Early birds and night owls: why a show’s start time can make all the difference

by Natasha Tripney
Olivier Awards 2026: who should and who will win this year?

Olivier Awards 2026: who should and who will win this year?

by The Stage
What could the Iran conflict mean for British theatre?

What could the Iran conflict mean for British theatre?

by Richard Jordan
Theatre must protect the talent pipeline if it wants more Paddington moments

Theatre must protect the talent pipeline if it wants more Paddington moments

by Kate Maltby
Diaspora dance in the UK is in crisis – here’s what it needs to thrive

Diaspora dance in the UK is in crisis – here’s what it needs to thrive

by Pawlet Brookes
Is the live music boom squeezing theatre’s summer window?

Is the live music boom squeezing theatre’s summer window?

by Richard Howle
Australia and New Zealand’s arts markets are a lesson in effective collaboration

Australia and New Zealand’s arts markets are a lesson in effective collaboration

by Richard Jordan
Agents are subsidising theatre with unpaid work – why the model must change

Agents are subsidising theatre with unpaid work – why the model must change

by Mildred Yuan
We are facing a quiet erosion of diversity in the arts

We are facing a quiet erosion of diversity in the arts

by Nitin Sawhney

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