***This blog was originally written by Rebbecca Hemmings in 2016, a version this was published by Arts Professional online magazine, entitled ‘Birmingham’s Big Problem’. This is part 1 of 3*** We have a huge problem in our city and it is getting bigger. Are Birmingham’s arts organisations fit for purpose? The short answer is ‘no’. Well not entirely, not when it comes to delivering high quality arts for and with all. I know that may hurt some of you reading this, so I must warn you if you are scared of being asked difficult questions and hearing some really honest responses, then you might not to want to continue reading…