Bridgeman Arts
Busy streets of Manhattan, Times Square, traffic, rush hour pedestrians, fashionable high society, possibly at entrance to a theatre, c.1920
Busy streets of Manhattan, Times Square, traffic, rush hour pedestrians, fashionable high society, possibly at entrance to a theatre, c.1920
Press Association
Coronavirus: What events have been cancelled?
A look at some of the sport, news and cultural events cancelled to stem the spread of coronavirus.
Press Association
Government announces £1.57bn support package for the arts
The Government has announced a £1.57 billion support package to “protect” the future of Britain’s museums, galleries and theatres. Independent cinemas, heritage sites and music venues are also eligible for the emergency grants and loans.
Press Association
What is next to reopen under lockdown?
Theatres, casinos and bowling alleys will be allowed to reopen in England from this weekend as the Government resumes its easing of lockdown restrictions.
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Pianist performs at stunning Brimham Rocks
Kevin James plays a grand piano on Brimham Rocks, in the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, to highlight the importance of nature and its impact on the arts.
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Arts sector set for Budget package of support
Footage of arts venues in Birmingham ahead of Chancellor Rishi Sunak's anticipated £400m package to help the industry in Wednesday's Budget. Shots include The Alexandra and Hippodrome theatres, the O2 Academy and Birmingham Royal Ballet.
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Which lockdown restrictions have now lifted in England?
May 17 marks the most comprehensive easing of coronavirus restrictions in England to date, and the beginning of phase three of the Government's road map out of lockdown.
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CLEAN : Poverty and activism combine in Chad street theatre
For years, Chadian actor Bonaventure Madjitoubangar has organised readings of poetry and plays in the streets of capital N'Djamena to bring culture to impoverished neighborhoods (Footage by AFPTV via Getty Images)
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Culture Secretary announces arts funding
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden visits Wolverhampton, where he announced around £400m will go to support arts, culture and heritage organisations in the next round of the Culture Recovery Funds.
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Actors protest against plans to turn James Joyce story landmark into hotel
Actors have protested outside a house made famous in a James Joyce short story, over plans to convert it into a hotel. The House of the Dead, at 15 Usher's Island, was the setting for the Ulysses author's short story 'The Dead', claimed...
Bridgeman Arts
A live performance by dancers and a band in the restaurant of the Savoy c.1960
Clip from a promotional film about a French girl visiting London. Late 50s/early 60s. A live performance by dancers and a band in the restaurant of the Savoy.
Curated Video
Royal Shakespeare Company preview their new production, 'Romeo and Juliet in Baghdad'
A new unique take on the classic Shakespeare story "Romeo and Juliet" is set to wow spectators at Stratford-upon-Avon's Swan Theatre.
This new version transports the story from Verona to modern day Baghdad. It's aptly titled - "Romeo and...
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Four-week delay to lift restrictions will cost hospitality industry '£3 billion'
Greater Manchester’s Night Time Economy Advisor, Sacha Lord, has condemned the way in which the Government has gone about the potential delay of moving the ‘freedom day’ June 21 date. It comes as leaks from inside the Government indicate...