Can Artistic Mobility Be Sustainable? Rethinking Intercultural Exchange in a Changing World

At a time when decarbonization and reducing carbon footprints have become pressing priorities across many sectors, the performing arts are no exception. As international collaboration and artistic exchange remain central to cultural life, how can the sector reconcile artistic mobility, interculturality, and environmental sustainability?

Bringing together leading professionals from the cultural sector, this panel discussion will explore the challenges and opportunities involved in balancing international mobility with climate responsibility. Addressing questions of decarbonization, touring practices, and cross-cultural exchange, the speakers will discuss the transformations already underway, and those still needed, to meet climate goals while preserving artistic excellence and meaningful intercultural dialogue.

With Terry Roberts, Environmental Sustainability Manager at the Edinburgh International Festival, and other guests to be announced.