In such a difficult economic climate, we are extremely grateful for this investment in our mission. This committed funding will allow us to continue to pursue our vision of a society where women can achieve their full potential, free from criminalisation. We will build women’s creativity, skills and wellbeing; produce bold, adventurous and outstanding theatre that champions underrepresented voices; and engage audiences widely with the hidden stories of women and the criminal justice system, building advocacy that is critical for positive change.
Erin Gavaghan, Executive Director and Anna Herrmann, Artistic Director, said: "We are grateful for the continued support offered by being included in the National Portfolio again. This funding enables us to continue to build on the hopes and dreams of the Clean Break community, engage brilliant artists who share our vision, amplify the voices of the women we work with, and partner with theatres to bring new stories to life for our audiences."
Arts Council England Chair, Sir Nicholas Serota, said: “We are facing economic pressures at present but this funding is about an investment in our future. This portfolio will support the next generation of visionary inventors, makers, performers and artists.”
Our Members (women caught up in the criminal justice system or at risk of entering it) will be at the heart of all our work, and we will invest in and nurture their voices, experience, expertise and aspirations. Through all our work – our collaborations, co-creations and co-productions – we will champion diversity on-stage and behind-the-scenes, always committing to our values of anti-racism, justice, inclusion and care.
We know this has been a difficult day for many organisations who have received cuts or haven’t been funded, and we send our love and support to our peers across the sector.
Thank you to everyone who is part of Clean Break’s community: Members, artists, staff, Trustees, volunteers, and audiences - we look forward to engaging you all in this work all over the next three years.
