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Some arts festivals could close amid ‘significant financial challenges’

The Festivals Forward report surveyed 101 events such as the Edinburgh Fringe, BBC Proms, Cheltenham Festivals and Hay Festival.

The Independent UK

BBC Proms festival goers faint in sweltering Royal Albert Hall

A sudden thump can be heard twice around 15 minutes into a live recording of the Beethoven performance

The Independent UK

The week in classical: Lucia di Lammermoor; Nash Ensemble; Anthony McGill and Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective – review

A fearless central performance anchors Katie Mitchell’s busy yet insightful Donizetti revival. And two chamber concerts serve as a vibrant prelude to this year’s BBC Proms…

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Pro-EU activists crash BBC's Last Night of the Proms with a wave of flags

Brexiteers were outraged online after seeing thousands of EU flags waving during a rendition of “Rule, Britannia!” as part of the BBC Proms in…

The National (Scotland)

Proms conductor stepping back for ‘reflection and counselling’ after assault allegation

It is alleged Sir John Eliot Gardiner hit a bass musician who walked the wrong way off stage at a concert

Evening Standard

John Eliot Gardiner pulls out of BBC Proms after punching bass soloist

Conductor assaulted English singer backstage in France after reportedly telling him he had left podium on wrong side

The Guardian - UK

The week in classical: BBC Proms week one; Ariadne auf Naxos – review

Record viewing and listening figures, plus keyboard wizardry from Paul Lewis, Benjamin Grosvenor and Stephen Hough, kicked off another year at the Proms. Elsewhere, Strauss’s Cretan romcom laid bare

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BBC Proms opening night interrupted by Just Stop Oil protesters

The two protesters set off confetti cannons and sounded air horns on the stage at the Royal Albert Hall before being removed from the venue.

The Independent UK

When is BBC Proms back on TV in 2023?

Let the festivities begin

Evening Standard

TV tonight: the BBC Proms kicks off with a world premiere

A new work by Ukrainian composer Bohdana Frolyak will feature at the Royal Albert Hall. Plus, the finale of Five Star Kitchen. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

The BBC Proms fights for its future

Hurt by arts cuts, gender balance criticisms and a post-Brexit lack of musicians from Europe, this year’s event is rife with insecurity. But, says Opera Now’s editor Hattie Butterworth, there is also defiant innovation...

Evening Standard

Huw Edwards' last TV appearance on BBC show cancelled in late change

Huw Edwards was due to appear on The One Show on Thursday, July 6, but he was removed at the last minute.

Daily Record

BBC Proms 2023: the 20 concerts to book now, from Anna Lapwood to a Northern Soul night

From Portuguese Fado to the Rite of Spring played from memory, a Horrible Histories opera and a tribute to a Bollywood legend, there’s something for everyone

Evening Standard

Unique events inside North East landmarks which you can book now

From an atmospheric castle talk to a stunning cathedral light show, here's a top pick of special one-off treats with tickets now on sale

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Evening Standard

Proms 2023: Female conductors to open and close festival for the first time

This year’s BBC Proms will be opened and closed by female conductors for the first time in its history.

Evening Standard

BBC Proms 2023: this year’s schedule and how to get tickets

Tickets for the BBC Proms 2023 will go on sale this week

The Guardian - UK

Female conductors to open and close BBC Proms for first time

Dalia Stasevska and Marin Alsop among 10 women conducting in 2023 season as festival moves towards gender equality

Belfast Live

CBeebies musical tour coming to Northern Ireland next year

Ocean Adventure is a magical multi-media event featuring CBeebies theme tunes, orchestral treats, live-action films and animation

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The Guardian - UK

Alastair Putt obituary

Other lives: Composer, singer and guitarist whose works were performed widely, including at the BBC Proms

Evening Standard

Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra member: Music helps get through the turmoil

A new BBC documentary tells the story of how the orchestra came together to bring a message of defiance and hope

Evening Standard

BBC Proms 2022: Bach’s B Minor Mass, OAE/Butt review - heavenly

A fine performance of this piece can provide spiritual uplift to believers and unbelievers alike

Evening Standard

BBC Proms 2022: Prom 45 Amjad Ali Khan at the Royal Albert Hall review: a gorgeous start to the day

The virtuoso sarod player was joined by his two sons for this uplifting morning concert

The Independent UK

Man who uses music to manage his Tourette’s syndrome will have his work performed at BBC Proms

Welsh musicians will perform the piece composed by Gavin Higgins at the Royal Albert Hall tonight

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: pump up the volume – for the First Night of the Proms

The BBC’s eight-week classical music season kicks off with Verdi’s Requiem. Plus: the welcome return of The Last Leg. Here’s what to watch this evening

Belfast Live

BBC Proms: World's largest classical music festival coming to the Waterfront Hall in Belfast

BBC Proms are opening their festival in Belfast on July 18

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