More than 60% consider leaving jobs amid concerns that ‘safe’ work by men could be prioritised
Leading women in British theatre have expressed concern that cash-strapped theatres could prioritise staging “safe” work by men and face an exodus of female talent if urgent action is not taken to support women after the pandemic.
As a survey reveals more than 60% of women across all roles in UK theatre are considering leaving the industry, with 85% worried gender inequality will worsen post-Covid, the leading figures have called on Arts Council England (ACE) and the government to introduce support funds and quotas.