Voicebox: Activism
Never before have so many issues been championed at once. The environment; equal rights for ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+; an end to class discrimination and access to opportunities for the disabled. It's been over 100 years since women in the UK were first allowed to vote and the feminist fight for gender equality still continues. Refugees in desperate need of help and compassion are instead treated as criminals. Activism is integral to making these issues mainstream and bringing about much needed change. We at Voice want to shine a light on these movements, and specifically how you are campaigning for change. Big or small, global or personal, we can all make a difference, and we want to hear your stories. So whether you're at the forefront of an international movement, or you've just decided to cut down on plastic, share your story and help inspire others to make the world a brighter place!
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21 September 2023
Is Political Correctness Culture Regulating The Arts?
In this article, I will discuss the concept of political correctness, and its influence in the Arts. Here, I ask the question: is political correctness culture regulating the arts?
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28 September 2023
Webinar: How to build a campaign in the Performing Arts
Your creativity has the power to make an impact on our Ocean. Create a legacy. Work for good. The Ocean needs our help.
Our Deep Currents workshop has been built to help young people aged 16-25 understand more about themselves and our Ocean.
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15 May 2023
Sustainability Within the Fashion Industry
I am exploring the pros and cons of sustainable fashion as a part of my gold arts award and have written about my thoughts about the pros and cons of sustainable fashion.
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21 November 2022
The Case agaisnt fast fashion
What is fast fashion and why is it important to talk about? I've examined the effects of fast fashion,such as the social and environmental impact, but also how fast fashion brands get away with stealing designs from smaller artists.
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29 July 2020
Studio 2 - John Charles Exhibition
John Charles exhibition and latest commission reveal
Held at studio 2 Liverpool
Written by Danni Skelding
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8 July 2020
Do Arts Subjects in Schools Matter?
For a long time we have been fed the narrative that arts subjects don't belong in schools. So I decided to dig a little bit deeper. Why do people feel this way about these subjects? And is there any substantial evidence to support their views?
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12 February 2020
Cultural Appropriation in the Arts
My opinion and research about cultural appropriation and its place in the art world.
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25 November 2019
Are theatres able to prioritise sustainability?
With the climate crisis finally being addressed, I wanted to discover how sustainable theatres are, and if they can do more.
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7 November 2019
Evaluating & Reviewing My Leadership Project
Written by Danni Ruth
7/11/2019 20:13
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18 September 2019
My Spoken Word Challenge! Feedback Needed!
For my unit 1 challenge I have decided to throw my hand in Spoken Word/Poetry writing. I would love to hear your feedback on a couple of my pieces :)
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13 April 2019
Why is there no representation of black people in the arts?
The arts issue I have chosen is about representation of black people in the arts. I wanted to explore why this is.
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21 February 2019
Climate Change stories - Emily Jones, age 15
Emily Jones went on strike from school this Friday. Here's why...
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9 October 2018
Working with refugees - Interview with writer Alexandros Plasatis
We catch up with Alexandros Plasatis, an immigrant ethnographer who writes fiction in English, his second language, and recently completed a project for Writing East Midlands working with refugees and asylum seekers.
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5 October 2018
Interview with activist artist Dion Kitson
We catch up with artist Dion Kitson, an international British artist with a political message in his fine art.
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17 September 2018
Five tips for using art to change the world from activist theatre troupe BP or Not BP?
Thinking of using art and creativity to make the world a better place? Here are a few tips from Danny of BP or Not BP? to get you started.
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12 September 2018
Interview with Tom, Programme Delivery Manager at Drake Music
We catch up with Tom McGrath, Programme Delivery Manager at Drake Music, about breaking down disabling barriers to music, changes in the industry and music being a human right.
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23 August 2018
Danny Chivers BP or not BP
Danny Chivers from activist theatre troupe BP or not BP? chats to us about performing without permission, the origins of the company and using art to make a difference.
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16 August 2018
Nicki Carter: Working for BP or Not BP
We catch up with Nicki Carter from BP or Not BP about using theatre for activism and how they feel about BP sponsoring the Royal Shakespeare Company.