“People feel less isolated by coming to our shows – it’s the community’s sitting room” – 30 years of Spot On Lancashire
Several rural touring schemes are celebrating significant anniversaries. We speak to Spot On Lancashire who. . .
“Rural touring is a wonderful patchwork of magical moments!” – 35 years of Artsreach
Several rural touring schemes are celebrating significant anniversaries right now. We speak to Artsreach who. . .
NRTF is recruiting a new Director
We are looking for a new Director to lead our team of staff and freelancers.. . .
“The touring ecosystem is fragile. This is a timely refresh of an important national resource”
Natalie Jode talks about the new Rural Touring Guide that has been revamped and modernised. . .
Touring toolkit gets major makeover
The Rural Touring Guide gets its first revamp in more than 20 years.
Off Grid
Arts Alive and The Courtyard Hereford proudly present Off Grid – a ‘scratch night’ showcasing. . .
“We specialise in comedy – it’s about bringing the joy!” – Badapple Theatre’s 26-year laughter show
We catch up with Kate Bramley from North Yorkshire's Badapple Theatre about bringing merriment to. . .
How four new theatre shows with 140 dates will boost rural touring nationwide
We catch up with Dawn Badland from Applause Rural Touring about the transformative impact of. . .
Promoter Spotlight: The Rural Touring Dance Initiative visits Broadmayne Village Hall
Back in March, Pagrav Dance Company visited Broadmayne Village Hall on their RTDI tour. Alongside. . .
Culturapedia Brings Arts and Culture to Blackburn and Darwen Market Halls and Beyond
Culturapedia Brings Arts and Culture to Blackburn and Darwen Market Halls and Beyond Culturapedia, the. . .
Smethwick Puppetry Festival
Applications are now open for Smethwick Puppetry Festival 2026! If you’re an artist or company. . .
Highlights Rural Touring Scheme seeks new trustees
Highlights Rural Touring Scheme is seeking new trustees for its Board of Directors. Highlights is. . .
Matthew Linley appointed new chair of NRTF board
Matthew Linley has been appointed as the new chair of the National Rural Touring Forum. . .
“The rural touring sector is a front-runner in making magical, impactful shows…”
Key speakers get ready to descend on Newbury for our 2025 conference.
Conference explores immersion and diversity
Tickets now on sale for conference in Newbury 24-26 June
Bursary boost for NRTF conference this June
More than 20 bursary places are available for people wishing to attend this summer’s National. . .
“As resources shrink there’s power and advocacy within networks…” – Holly Payton-Lombardo
As resources shrink and the need to demonstrate value intensifies, NRTF director Holly Payton-Lombardo highlights. . .
National project calls for South West show
Create Tour Connect is searching for a new piece of touring theatre from a South. . .
Village Halls Week Spotlight – Frome Valley
It’s Village Halls Week 2025 and National Rural Touring Forum is shining a light on. . .
Village Halls Week Spotlight – Newton-le-Willows
It’s Village Halls Week 2025 and National Rural Touring Forum is shining a light on. . .
Village Halls Week Spotlight – Arnside
It’s Village Halls Week 2025 and National Rural Touring Forum is shining a light on. . .
