Alistair Smith

As Trafalgar Entertainment continues its rapid regional expansion, co-founder Howard Panter declares London’s theatre scene ’maxed out’. But with audience demand high and new venues continuing to open, does he really mean that the capital has no room left to grow?, asks Alistair Smith

As theatres increasingly place freelancers in decision-making roles, they must also give them adequate support to match this level of responsibility, says Alistair Smith

Rufus Norris tells Alistair Smith about his highs and lows and proudest achievements as he leaves the National Theatre after a decade

While the focus has so far been on the historic nature of Indhu Rubasingham's appointment at the National Theatre, what kind of artistic director she will be?

The 2025 Laurence Olivier Awards exemplified the imaginative and creative adaptations of existing material, but also carried a warning: that AI could soon damagingly intrude on this process

The current crisis in touring feels particularly severe. The foundation of the Local Theatre Touring Alliance offers hope but cannot risk neglecting the mid-scale, says Alistair Smith

Imagine how effective a network of four international events sharing the best of musical theatre from around the world could be

If the lowest-priced theatre tickets are an indication of the health of the industry, we should watch with interest if these are on the rise, says Alistair Smith

Given the fringe's role as a global marketplace for the arts, it's not surprising that each year the conversation circles back to numbers, says Alistair Smith

The culture secretary's February speech will ring hollow if the government fails to deliver swift support for the creative industries, says Alistair Smith