The President of the Royal Academy and the actor-turned-director of the Young Vic Theatre are among the participants of a cultural conversation in the City of London this week about philanthropy in the arts.
The City of London Corporation and the Genesis Foundation, which champions the work of young actors, directors, playwrights and musicians, have been working on a series of free ‘Cultural Conversations’ that bring together major figures from London’s arts and cultural scene.
‘Philanthropy in the Arts’ will take place online via Zoom Webinar on 30 September from 5pm – 6.30pm and can be booked at www.ArtsandCulture2020.eventbrite.co.uk, with further information available by emailing [email protected]
Hosted virtually by Lord Mayor of the City of London, William Russell, at The Mansion House and chaired by journalist and broadcaster, Kirsty Lang, ‘Philanthropy in the Arts’ will be debated by:
- Artistic Director of the Young Vic, Kwame Kwei-Armah OBE
- Senior Global Director at Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac, Dame Julia Peyton-Jones OBE
- President of the Royal Academy of Arts, Rebecca Salter PRA
- Chair of Arts Council England, Sir Nicholas Serota CH
- Founder and Chairman of the Genesis Foundation, John Studzinski CBE
Among the topics under discussion, the informal conversation is expected to examine the difference between arts funding and the role of philanthropy in the UK, the US and Europe; how Covid-19 has affected arts funding; and how we should ensure that philanthropic giving is ethical.
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Lord Mayor William Russell said: “This third and final talk in the series brings together a hugely impressive panel of guests who, between them, have a wealth of experience in their chosen fields.
“I have always been passionate about the arts and culture, so I am looking forward to a lively and thought-provoking debate, which will invariably touch upon the dreadful financial impact of the Covid-19 pandemic upon our arts and cultural institutions.”
Founder and Chairman of the Genesis Foundation, John Studzinski CBE, said: “The Genesis Foundation has been delighted to support the Lord Mayor’s series of ‘cultural conversations’ to examine critical areas of the intersection between the arts and society.
“Time and time again, our work over the last 20 years with leading arts organisations has shown us how the arts and culture have the power to transform society and people’s lives. This series of talks has presented many valuable insights and experiences, and I am sure that ‘Philanthropy in the Arts’ will be no exception.”
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