Drama schools in England face funding crisis as Bristol Old Vic cuts undergraduate courses

England's leading drama schools are facing a financial crisis, leading to significant cuts in programs. Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announced it will close all undergraduate courses starting in September, while continuing postgraduate offerings. The crisis is attributed to funding cuts, rising costs, and restrictions on international student visas. Other institutions are also struggling, with some offering voluntary redundancy to staff and facing potential closures. Experts warn that these changes could limit access to drama training for students from diverse backgrounds, making it harder for them to enter the arts. The situation has raised concerns about the future of arts education in England.