Struggling to decide what to do on date night? Tired of the same old dinner and a movie routine? Want to be entertained but money’s too tight to mention? Look no further than pitch nights. These unique events are popping up in cities around the world, offering a fun and interactive way to spend an […]

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The less you know about the plot of this play before you see it, the better. It’s a genius play-within-a-play that is as cerebral as it is comical. It also proves a great night out in support of fellow freelancers As we waited for pre-performance drinks at the bar we could hear snippets of French, […]

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A £300,000 fund has been launched in Greater Manchester to support freelancers and small organisations working in music and the arts. The Inspire Fund will provide grants of between £500 and £2,000. Where do you even start to pitch a winning bid? We asked an expert The Inspire Fund is aimed at helping freelancers and […]

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The world of antiques is a captivating realm filled with rich history, exquisite craftsmanship, and the thrill of discovery. If you’re passionate about antiques and possess a keen eye for valuable pieces, consider embarking on a fulfilling career as a freelance antiques consultant and seller. Here we share a recent story of discovery in the […]

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A freelance LED technician who recently toured the EU with a band highlights what you need to prepare for if you tour or work in the EU on behalf of a UK client. Let’s just say prepare for red tape Brexit has made it harder for British freelancers in the entertainment and touring business to […]

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SPECIAL REPORT: ARTS & CULTURE IN BRITAIN On the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso’s death, we reflect on the importance of art and culture in society and the central role freelancers have always played in the economy. But for many freelancers working in the Arts, their voices have yet to be heard when it comes […]

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Actors and actresses every so often have what Hollywood likes to call a comeback. John Travolta, Ke Huy Quan, Sharon Stone, Robert Downey Jr., Rob Lowe, Betty White, Ellen Degeneres, Patrick Dempsey and of late Brendan Fraser have all claimed their “comeback” status. Once the actors and actresses emerge into the sphere of Hollywood’s influence […]

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Gordon Berger, a digital artist and “NFT and Crypto Art Movement pioneer”, is giving a 5-day intensive course through auction house Christie’s to provide a complete overview of the NFT landscape. Berger minted three of the first 100 tokens on SuperRare. Each session will unlock the often confusing and complicated concepts connected with Blockchain, NFTs […]

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By Peter Rudge, Staffordshire University Small islands in the Indian Ocean, the Caribbean or in the Pacific islands promise dream holidays and the fulfilment of bucket lists. And, for the islands themselves, tourism is a vital source of jobs, income and prosperity. But the pandemic and its effect on the travel industry has meant places […]

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Poetry is being sold for the first time as fine art through blockchain. So is an NFT video sequence including an iconic picture used by Banksy, which could provide a link to the artist’s real identity. Could this artistic medium open up lucrative career horizons for NFT and creative freelancers? A poem by a bestselling […]

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