Four new members to join The Rep's Board of Trustees

Birmingham Repertory Theatre is delighted to announce the appointment of four new members to its Board of Trustees, strengthening our leadership as we continue to champion bold theatre, creative talent, and community engagement across Birmingham, the West Midlands and beyond.

The new Board members are:.

Andy Holden – creative and brand design leader across tourism/attractions, automotive, entertainment and FMCG sectors.
Bradley Morrison – marketing and communications specialist collaborating on projects with organisations spanning education, retail, arts and culture.
Cllr Saima Suleman – Cabinet Member for Digital, Culture, Heritage and Tourism.
Cllr Ken Wood – former Lord Mayor of Birmingham and highly experienced recruitment consultant and public sector advocate specialising in local government, housing, and not-for-profit sectors.

Each brings a wealth of experience across sectors such as arts, entertainment business, not-for-profit, culture and community leadership, and shares The Rep’s commitment to artistic excellence, inclusion, and the transformative power of theatre.

Rachael Thomas, Chief Executive of The Rep, said:

We are thrilled to welcome these new members to the Board. Their expertise and passion will be invaluable as The Rep continues to evolve, support artists, and deepen our impact for audiences and communities in Birmingham and across the UK.”

Sir Andy Street CBE, Chair of Board of Trustees at Birmingham Rep added:

I am delighted to welcome our new Board members to The Rep. They bring a rich mix of experience, insight and commitment that will strengthen our governance. I look forward to working closely with them as we continue to champion bold, inclusive work and serve Birmingham as a leading cultural institution.”