UK arts festivals face financial shortfalls, prompting calls for funding review to ensure sustainability.

Many UK arts festivals, including the Edinburgh Fringe and BBC Proms, are experiencing financial difficulties, with an average spend of £245,000 and income of £225,000, creating a £20,000 shortfall. The British Arts Festivals Association (BAFA) calls for a funding review to ensure sustainability. The report also notes that 80% of festivals provide year-round creative opportunities for schools, and 50 festivals were closed, postponed, or canceled this year.

November 18, 2024
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