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Why is stand up not recognised by the Arts Council?

Did you know that comedy is not recognised as an art in the Arts Act of 2003? That means comedian...

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17.38 1 Jul 2024


Why is stand up not recognised by the Arts Council?


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17.38 1 Jul 2024


Did you know that comedy is not recognised as an art in the Arts Act of 2003? That means comedians can’t get funding from the Arts Council. Comedian Ailish McCarty has been trying to amend this, and joins Anton to discuss.


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