Lord Lloyd-Webber urges investors to think of Britain and 'our theatre' first

Lord Lloyd-Webber urges investors to think of Britain and 'our theatre' first

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Business, Architecture, Performing Arts

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The video discusses the significant role of the UK's creative industries, contributing over £100 billion to the economy and £30 billion in exports. It highlights the theatre's economic impact, with The Lion King grossing $10.2 billion in theatre. The video contrasts Broadway's high production costs with London's innovative productions, urging government support and investment in British theatre.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the economic contribution of the UK creative industries in terms of GVA?

Over £50 billion

Over £100 billion

Over £150 billion

Over £200 billion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which region in the UK produces more film and TV content than Hollywood?

Hertfordshire and northwest London

Central London

Manchester

Birmingham

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current gross of The Lion King in the theatre?

$10.2 billion

$970 million

$5 billion

$3 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much does theatre generate in the local economy for every pound spent?

1.2 lbs

1.4 lbs

1.8 lbs

1.6 lbs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate cost to put a musical on Broadway now?

$10 million

$15 million

$20 million

$25 million

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weekly gross needed for a musical to break even on Broadway?

$970,000

$500,000

$1,200,000

$750,000

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique musical is mentioned as being produced in London?

The Grand Show

The Big Leap

The Great Adventure

The Little Big Things