Sir Ian McKellen, Sir Patrick Stewart and Dame Julie Walters have joined some of the biggest names in British theatre to urge Boris Johnson to secure visa-free EU travel for artists.
MUSICIANS and artists need visa-free access to EU countries to enable them to tour once the coronavirus restrictions are lifted, Scotland’s Culture Secretary has argued.
'The total confusion about post-Brexit rules adds to the distress': classical musicians speak out
21/01/2021
Ten players and administrators on the fallout in government restrictions to EU touring.
The outdoor arts sector has experienced growth over the last decade, but could a no-deal Brexit put the brakes on this?
Film and TV performers have become Brexit “collateral damage” after the British government failed to reach an agreement with the European Union for creative industry workers to travel visa-free across the continent.
Antony Gormley calls Brexit ‘the biggest act of self-harm this country has ever played on itself’
08/04/2024
Sir Antony Gormley has called Brexit the “biggest act of self-harm this country has ever played on itself” in a withering condemnation of the UK’s decision to leave the European Union.
The government is being urged to negotiate a visa waiver for performers with the EU and provide an emergency creative fund. / More than 300 creative organisations have signed a letter to demand that Boris Johnson delivers on his promise to "fix the Brexit crisis" for their industry.
The Royal Shakespeare Company, Royal Opera House and Ed Sheeran's manager have signed a letter urging Boris Johnson to avert a "crisis which is threatening our industry" since Brexit.
Blue Passports and Narrowed Horizons
29/01/2021
The opportunity to travel freely, experience different cultures and exchange ideas, has long been a source of inspiration for creatives. The UK’s membership of the EU granted Freedom of Movement across the bloc to all UK citizens, which took away the previous need for work visas and carnets which were a costly and time-consuming drain on resources.
A BORDERS artist has revealed how Brexit is affecting his business.
On 26 October, we held a panel event to discuss the impact of Brexit on music specifically and the Arts generally. / As a preface to the evening’s discussion, the editor-in-chief, Anthea Simmons, read out a powerful, personal message from Sir Howard Goodall which we reproduce here in full.
Brexit barriers for the arts 'heartbreaking'
08/01/2021
Post-Brexit barriers facing the arts are "heartbreaking" and "confirm worst fears", industry leaders have said.
Arts missing out on tens of millions from expanded EU fund, say campaigners.
Brexit fears of Britain's flagship museums
31/10/2018
Fears that Britain’s flagship museums will be forced to scrap major exhibitions after Brexit can be revealed today.
Brexit has done "terrible damage" to opera and curtailed the careers of British singers, who are being forced to turn down roles in Europe, creatives have claimed.
The impact of Brexit on freelancers and the UK’s creative industries has been laid bare. / In a damning new report, the government is starkly reminded that it put in place “no clear provisions…dedicated to self-employed” people from abroad, in the 2020 Brexit deal.
Brexit is undermining the arts – and those in the creative industries are not being listened to
02/01/2022
Many in the arts will look at 2022 with trepidation. There are still many issues with the Brexit deal from 12 months ago.
If the coronavirus pandemic does not critically damage the British and European music industry, the effect of Brexit may finish it off.
The last days of Britain's membership of the EU saw a rush to get artworks out of the country before the introduction of new export rules.
A no-deal departure from Europe would mean touring musicians could face logistical headaches. / Professional musicians say they are being overlooked in the swirling Brexit debate.
Brexit Visa Crisis Puts Spring Shoots In Europe At Risk; Ian McKellen & Julie Walters Pile Pressure On UK Government
17/02/2021
The Brexit visa crisis, which is preventing British film and TV employees from working in the European Union without filling out reams of costly paperwork, is now starting to cause issues for spring shoots on the continent, according to The Production Guild of Great Britain.
Clare McAndrew's British Art Market in 2023 survey shows a growing gulf between UK and US art markets, prompting key players to lobby government.
Angel of the North artist now holds dual nationality and is ‘keen to retain links with Europe’.