News

CDMT releases manifesto for performing arts education

Publish Date: Edit Date:
Speaking at the manifesto launch, the Baroness Wilcox of Newport described the manifesto as ‘captur[ing] both the economic and emotional value of refreshing performing arts education provision in support of our communities for times to come’, urging ‘all those interested in creating a harmonious, productive and resilient UK to read its recommendations.’
Courtesy CDMT

The Council for Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre (CDMT) has released a manifesto for performing arts education, offering government and the education sector with informed targets to strive for.  

Launched at the House of Commons on Thursday, the manifesto has five key strands to help tackle the lack of accessibility and patches or poor provision across the UK.

The key messages are that the sector should: 

As part of its offerings, the manifesto proposes a review of GCSE and A Level provision which more widely recognises young people’s experiences of the performing arts, both informal and formal (such as graded exams), acknowledging achievement across all genres. 

Register now to continue reading

Register to the Drama & Theatre website today and gain access to all the latest news and developments from the world of drama education.

By registering you will receive:

  • Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month

  • Unlimited access to news and opinion on our website

Register

Already have an account? Sign in here