All Change Please: A Practical Guide to Achieving Gender Equality in Theatre

by Lucy Kerbel, Rufus Norris (Foreword)

This is a book about why change matters, its benefits, and how, with everyone's help, we can actually achieve it.

224 pages, Paperback

First published February 23, 2017

Reviews

[Jenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read for anyone in the arts or receiving of the arts. (Hint: that means everyone)

[Charlotte Claydon · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book a few years back and it definitely ignited my interest in fairness, equality and inclusion in the arts. Back in 2018 as someone new to the concepts that Kerbel discusses I would've given it 5*. Re-reading it again 5 years later I believe this is a brilliant book for those who are just starting on this journey of activism in the arts, or those who don't know what it is or why it's important.

[Carmen · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s a great book for establishing A baseline in the importance of equality and diversity issues. Touches on some psychology, current issues, and, most importantly, statistical and organizational development best practices that arts organizations can use in their work – and it doesn’t necessarily mean spending more money or time or resources! A great book

[Dísa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Did not really learn much that I didn't know before, however, what makes this book so great is that finally, we have a reference to what women have been saying for years. Actual statistics of what is going on in the industry regarding gender equality. The prose is easy to read and not dry at all.

[Alexander · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book takes a great look at increasing gender equality and creating change in the theatre industry. Though I wish it talked more generally about change and creating diversity, equity and inclusion, the guidelines outlined in the book easily can be transfer. At times the book was full of very long sentences and not the easiest to read but over all a must read for anyone working in a creative arts industry.