A BBC study reveals a 31% drop in original theatre productions in the UK from 2014 to 2024, highlighting a severe crisis in the theatre industry. Many theatres face financial struggles, with one in five needing £5 million to stay open. The decline in drama education and the closure of major drama schools further threaten the future of theatre-making. Freelancers report low wages and lack of support, while larger productions dominate, sidelining smaller, innovative shows. Despite funding cuts, initiatives like Michael Sheen's new Welsh National Theatre offer some hope. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)