Voicebox: Identity and Equality
We believe that the arts, and society as a whole, is better when it is diverse. Better representation, equal opportunities, and a voice for everyone should be an expectation, not a pipe dream. There should be more accurate depictions of LGBTQ+ relationships on screen, more BAME talent celebrated in award ceremonies, and more access for disabled people in theatre. People should be able to see themselves represented and acknowledged in society. Our differences are what make us the same, and we should cherish that, and build upon it to make a better world for all.
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Blog
3 June 2019Limits to access in theatre: the disabilities that aren’t covered
View BlogAccess in theatre has come a long way from where it began. However, it’s now viewed as a problem that has been solved, but there is still a very long way to go.
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Blog
3 May 2019Why are so few film directors female?
View BlogOnly 4% of studio directors are female, why is the film industry like this and what can be done to change it?
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Blog
12 April 2019Why has the music industry struggled to achieve true equality?
View Blog5 Seconds of Summer's recent collaboration with The Chainsmokers got me thinking about systematic problems within the music industry that make true equality hard to reach.
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Review
27 November 2018Kiki with Drag Queens : Rascals review
View ReviewReview of Rascals' show from Nov. 16th. Description of three acts. London.
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Photo Blog
21 November 2018More than just a drag queen
View Photo BlogShort feature on a 21-year-old student who works as a drag queen.
Matthew Perry works as a host in a nightclub, where he dresses as a drag queen named Tequila Addams. His drag persona is very unique as he paints eccentric designs on his face rather than just a traditional drag queen make up. He taught himself to make these amazing facial art looks.
Nowadays, we see a lot of drag queen performers on mainstream media, but we do not see the hard working side of a drag queen trying to break into the industry. Matthew stands out because he juggles his life between his fashion management studies at the University of the Arts London and his nightlife work as Tequila Addams.
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Interview
12 November 2018Interview with Edward Bains, documentary filmmaker
View InterviewJournalism and documentary filmmaking student at the University of Sussex talks about his latest project that explores the changes to LGBT venues in the UK
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Blog
25 September 2018Sexism and the Music Industry
View BlogIs sexism within the music industry completely overlooked and are we doing enough to inspire women to take part in the arts?
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Interview
12 September 2018Interview with Norwich Pride
View InterviewNorwich Pride celebrated its 10th anniversary this year and we spoke to Nick O'Brien, who helped start it. This interview was conducted at the end of July.
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Review
28 August 2018Prom Kween
View ReviewA hilarious and heartwarming show filled with sparkles, sass and a serious message
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Review
20 August 2018Denim: The Reunion Tour
View ReviewA joyous, harmonious, sexy celebration of being yourself
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Review
5 August 2018Velvet
View ReviewTaking inspiration from the 2017 #MeToo movement, this piece of new writing is performed by solo-artist Tom Ratcliffe.
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Photo Blog
10 July 2018London Pride 2018
View Photo BlogLondon’s annual celebration of the LGBTQ+ community was as spectacular, vibrant and vital as ever.
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Blog
9 July 2018The Dark Side of LGBT
View BlogWhilst Pride season is all fun and games, it creates a mask that hides the issues that exist within the LGBTQ+ community.
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Blog
6 July 2018Love and Pride
View BlogWriter and composer Ian Tucker-Bell writes about his changed opinions regarding Pride
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Interview
6 July 2018Interview with Ian Tucker-Bell, The Orange Works
View InterviewWriter and composer Ian Tucker-Bell talks about his new show Trans Pennine, accessibility in the creative sector for LGBTQ+, and offers some advice to those who want to take a show up to Edinburgh Festival Fringe
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Review
28 June 2018Dirty Computer - Janelle Monáe
View ReviewWith Dirty Computer, Monáe challenges the status quo in terms of music, sex and sexuality.
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Feature
3 April 2018Modern feminist role models for girls
View FeatureA list of 5 of the best role models for encouraging feminism in young girls, in celebration of Women’s History Month- looking out for the icons of the future.
