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Bristol Old Vic seeks new Chair of the Board
Bristol Old Vic seeks a new Chair to succeed Dame Elizabeth Forgan.
Bristol Old Vic is the oldest continuously working theatre in the English-speaking world. The 254-year-old theatre is recognised nationally and internationally as one of the most exciting and inclusive places to experience world-class theatre.
Called “the loveliest theatre in the world” by Peter O’Toole and “the most beautiful theatre in England” by Sir Daniel Day Lewis, Bristol Old Vic is also the beating heart of the South West of England – a warm and welcoming public building for all of Bristol to enjoy, and a historic playhouse that aims to inspire audiences with its own original productions, both at home and on tour.
The Chair plays a crucial role in providing outstanding strategic leadership to the theatre’s impressive board and executive team as they look to drive business performance, profitability and growth in line with their newly transformed business ambitions. The Chair will also help shape an ambitious five-year strategy, while ensuring Bristol Old Vic continues to meet its legal, statutory and regulatory requirements.
An ambassador for Bristol Old Vic in sector, social and political circles, candidates will promote the organisation with a range of stakeholders, from audience, donors and local authorities to the regulator and other lenders.
Candidates will bring strong non-executive and ideally chairing experience, natural gravitas, and emotional intellect to the role.
The essential requirement of any applicant is a commitment to theatre and the arts. The role holder must share Bristol Old Vic’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and the team would particularly like to hear from candidates whose professional and personal experience will bring new perspectives, understanding and capacity to the Board.
Closing date: 3rd March 2021 at 17:00
To apply please visit bristololdvic.org.uk/about/jobs
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