How Covid left the arts financially on its knees
For the music and events industry, survival is taking many post-pandemic forms
06 May 2021 - 05:00
In 2021, if you look at your favourite SA musician’s Instagram page, you might see things you didn’t expect. Instead of hot parties, adoring crowds or a new fashion line, you may see a "Work needed" sign instead.
One year without live music and little support from the government has left numerous SA musicians and artists financially on their knees...
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