ALW has done his utmost to get the UK government to act and help the arts at a time when they need it most. He is not just a composer with a couple of shows running and a new one set to open. He also owns many of the major properties in the West End and has spent millions to ensure they are up to grade and, in most cases, renovated to enhance the audience experience - the things he is doing with the Drury Lane (where Frozen will open in the summer) look to be extraordinary. He is also a key funder to many arts programs including an amazing theatre college in my neighbourhood, ArtsEd.
His passion for theatre (in terms of productions, education/opportunities and architecture) and relentless efforts to get the government to pay attention to an industry that is vital to the London/UK economy is, in my book, something to be respected and admired. |
