This POSTnote describes the uses of emerging technology in arts and culture. It reviews recent evidence on the impact of digital technology on arts and culture stakeholders in the UK, including on audiences, artists and performers and organisations. It also identifies key barriers to the wider use of technology, such as skills gaps and accessibility.
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Overview
- Supporting digital innovation in the creativeindustries is a UK Government priority.
- Organisations and artists increasingly used technology to engage audiences online during COVID-19 closures. However, this did not fully mitigate the impact on the sector.
- Emerging technologies are likely to affect the future of the sector. These include immersive technologies, non-fungible tokens, and artificial intelligence.
- Pre-pandemic inequalities affect how artistsand organisations use digital technology.
- Policy priorities identified by experts include more funding for digital innovation, tacklingsector diversity and restructuring creative education. Experts also noted that digital arts and culture could contribute to the Government’s Levelling Up agenda
The report includes reference to research by Dr Hayleigh Bosher.