In 2023, the total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in Visual Arts and Performing Arts in the UK stood at 62. The forecast for 2024 predicts a slight increase to 62.26 publications. Subsequent years show marginal, yet consistent growth: 62.4 in 2025, 62.51 in 2026, 62.61 in 2027, and reaching 62.68 in 2028. This indicates a steady trend with minor year-on-year percentage increases. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests a modest upward trajectory in top-cited publications.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of digital transformation on publishing in visual and performing arts.
The influence of open access policies on citation dynamics.
Interdisciplinary studies that might elevate citation counts.