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Street Musicians of the Old Town
A visitor describes the lively street music scene in the old town on a summer evening.
Behind the Scenes at a Film Festival
A volunteer shares her experience of working behind the scenes at an international film festival.
Unit 42 lessons
Reviving a Hundred-Year-Old Theatre
A reporter tells the story of how a community restored its historic theatre and brought it back to life.
Streaming and the Future of Cinema
A critic discusses how streaming platforms are transforming the film industry and cinema-going habits.
Unit 52 lessons
The Creative Economy Debate
A commentator examines the growing creative economy and the challenges faced by people working in it.
Artificial Intelligence Enters the Art World
An essay-style talk exploring how artificial intelligence is challenging our ideas about creativity and authorship in art.
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The Economics of the Creative Industries
An economist examines how the creative industries contribute to national economies and employment.
Can Artificial Intelligence Create Art?
A philosophical exploration of whether machines can genuinely create art or merely imitate human creativity.
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How Streaming Transformed the Music Business
An overview of how streaming services changed listening habits and the income of musicians.
Museums Rethinking Their Role
A discussion of how public museums and galleries are changing to attract new audiences.
Unit 202 lessons
How a Symphony Orchestra Prepares a Season
The long and careful process of planning and rehearsing a symphony orchestra concert season.
The Debate over the Value of the Creative Economy
A balanced debate about the economic and social value of the creative industries.
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A Day in the Life of a Stage Actor
A look at the demanding daily routine of a professional theatre actor, from rehearsal to applause.
The Creative Economy
A discussion of the creative industries, their economic value, and the debates surrounding arts funding and technology.
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Independent Film Festival
A coastal town hosts a growing festival where independent filmmakers show their short films.
Creative Industries Workshop
Three professionals from the creative industries visit a school and describe their work honestly.