By Rachel Hall

The performing arts industry in the UK is “inhospitable to parents” and falling far behind other industries in supporting women who have children, according to research.

The report, titled “the Motherhood penalty”, criticises the industry for failing to consider how it might adapt to better accommodate parents, with the result that many, in particular women, drop out.

By Katie Chambers

“Low pay and difficult hours mean the UK’s performing arts industry is lagging behind in terms of supporting parents, according to new research.”

A new report called 'The Motherhood Penalty,' highlights sudden shifts in work schedules, inadequate wages, and implicit biases against parents are causing the UK's performing arts sector to fall behind in providing proper support for them.