Middle class people dominate arts, survey finds

Findings also reveal extent to which gender and ethnicity influence prospects of entering and gaining fair deal in industry
The UK’s creative industries are dominated by middle class people, according to a survey that reveals the extent to which gender and ethnicity continue to influence careers in the arts.The findings prompted leading figures to express their concerns that the lack of diversity means the arts is becoming the preserve of the rich.Related: Does it matter that arts audience