Ambassadors
Children & the Arts is supported by a range of ambassadors from the world of the arts, all dedicated to helping Children & the Arts reach as many children as possible.
Kate Adie
“The arts have a unique ability to enrich lives. Too many children grow up unaware of this wider world, excluded from the possibilities. Children & the Arts is determined to change all that.”
Ronni Ancona
Quentin Blake CBE
“The young do art, whatever it is, spontaneously and with enthusiasm. It’s immensely rewarding and what we have to do is to make sure that these shoots aren’t allowed to wither but grow strong, fascinating and individual, as we know they can.”
Brian Blessed
“I have over the years, received inspired guidance from marvellous teachers and education authorities, the essence of which bares a striking resemblance to Children & the Arts. I embrace with open arms the opportunity to be an Ambassador for this wonderful charity.”
Alfie Boe
“Children & the Arts makes the world of the arts relevant and fun for children.”
Hamish Clark
Pauline Collins OBE
“Art, in all its forms, is unpredictable, chaotic and thrilling. It offers children a world beyond themselves, encourages them towards intuitive thinking. How wonderful if every single child in the country could open this door to a brighter more shining world!”
Siobhan Davies CBE
“We have no choice but to connect children and the arts if we want to live in a creative and humane society and Children & the Arts is vital in convincing businesses that their promotion and support of the arts is becoming ever more valuable.”
Hugh Fearnley – Whittingstall
“Visual and performing arts has a vital role to play in developing the minds and artistic sensitivities of the young.”
Joseph Fiennes
Jamila Gavin
“I have always loved the theatre for its creativity, make believe, dressing up and problem solving. It incorporates everything children love, and its effects can last a lifetime.”
Richard E Grant
“The arts enable you to articulate yourself via dance, drawing, discussion, displays, dramatisation – the world as you see it.”