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Theatre boss says he hopes £1.57bn lifeline for the arts improves accessibility

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A theatre boss has said he hopes people in the arts sector feel compelled to make culture more accessible following the injection of £1.57 billion of public funds.

Mark Da Vanzo, Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse chief executive, told the PA news agency that a “great outcome” of the Government’s support would be if venues and institutions felt they had to broaden their public appeal.

The support package for the ailing culture sector has been welcomed by many in the industry. Mr Da Vanzo said: “We are on that journey already, we already receive a public subsidy and feel it is hugely important to be as inclusive and accessible as possible. “So that means yes, our journey needs to continue, we need to do more. “But if that means that is more

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