Research

We’re known for ground-breaking researching which shines a light on how things really are for carers and parents in the performing arts sector.

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Explore our research from the last ten years...

Balancing Act: Take Two

Published: May 2024

A pregnant person wearing green and yellow patterned clothing, extending their left arm forward against a black background.

Dance Research

Published: February 2024

Four individuals seated in a circle playing violins and a viola in a rehearsal setting, with music stands, sheet music, a checkered curtain, and plants in the background.

Bittersweet Symphony

Published: October 2022

Rows of green upholstered theater seats with wooden armrests, some marked with red and white caution tape to indicate restricted use.

Covid Research Report

Published: February 2021

A building with a stepped gable roof and the Scottish flag flying on a flagpole, set against a partly cloudy sky with patches of blue.

Impact Report – PiPA Scotland Pilot

Published: November 2020

Stage lights mounted on a metal rigging system, illuminated against a dark background with visible connecting cables.

The impact of COVID-19 on the DCMS sectors: PiPA submission

Published: June 2020

Backstage area of a theater with stage curtains and lighting equipment on the left, a partition wall in the center, and people working at tables with technical gear on the right under blue lighting.

Backstage Workforce Report

Published: April 2020

Person with tattooed arms performing on stage with a microphone, wearing a sparkly red and black outfit.

Balancing Act Survey 2018

Published: April 2019

Person lying on a stage holding a small child aloft with their hands, set against the backdrop of an empty theater with ornate balconies and seating

Best Practice Research Project

Published: April 2018

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