Government investment in the arts, such as music and theatre, is a waste of money. Governments must invest this money in public services instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Some people believe that funding for the arts is nothing but a waste of public money. In this essay, however, I will challenge this school of thought. Granted, critics often argue that the arts are inherently elitist, saying that art galleries, classical music concerts, and contemporary installations cater predominantly to the urban, educated, and affluent. […]