New writing survey finds theatres canceling shows in wake of funding cuts

News - The Stage: More than 60 % of UK theatres and producing companies have said they have cancelled or postponed at least one production since April 2012, according to a survey looking at the impact of funding cuts on new writing. The independent report, called In Battalions, surveyed 26 theatre producers including the Almeida Theatre in London, touring company Out of Joint and new writing company Paines Plough.