Easier UK Visas for Visiting Artists

Up to a month with official invitation from a UK organisation (WorkPermit.com)

From 6 April 2012, the new system will introduce a permitted paid engagements entry route that allows non-EU artists one month leave to enter the UK without having to go through the points-based system. Additionally, the UK organisation hosting the artist will no longer need to apply to become a licensed sponsor and won't be required to keep the artist's contact details, copy of passport entry stamps and biometric details.

I imagine this will make a lot of people's lives easier.