How can Scotland’s culture better exploit new technologies?
In the arts, the rapid spread of information technology can be significant both in promoting the artistic product and in assisting the artist. There is a need for venues to be equipped with the necessary equipment. For example, as we currently have acoustiguides for adults, and various kinds of sheets for children to fill out in galleries, we now envisage the development of software to include knowledge and appreciation of paintings in general and of specific images in particular. For artists, it could mean wider dissemination of their work, particularly for writers, although there are copyright issues to be addressed. Too often even after a successful production, a playscript ceases to be in the public domain. Second productions are rare, for scripts are not easily accessible. There are some enlightened publishers who have brought out several worthwhile collections. There are, however, many more worthwhile scripts available for distribution. A “Scottish Plays” Website could be establi
