Are the Arts Really for Everyone?
As students of the arts continue to suffer at the hand of state school curriculums, Ellie Somers unpacks the notion of the ‘struggling artist’ in an increasingly elitist society.
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Sex, Drugs, and Alternative Music: The Sound of Belfast’s’ Rebels
Katie McShane explores how Belfast has a music scene intertwined with its troubled history. Punk bands emerged during the political strife of the 70s, fostering cross-community interactions among Catholic and Protestant youth. The music served as a platform for self-expression and resistance against societal divisions and oppressive regimes.
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From Prima ballerina to Musical Director; an Interview with Nina Ananiashvili
Rachel Scott talks to Nina Ananiashvili, a renowned ballet dancer with multiple international awards, shifted from sports to ballet at age ten. She worked with both the Bolshoi and American ballet companies for 16 years. Now, as musical director for “The Nutcracker” in Belfast 2025, she integrates a traditional style while mentoring aspiring dancers.
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