New Head of Programme and Audiences: Matt Burman

Today is an exciting day for Warwick Arts Centre as we welcome Matt Burman as our Head of Programme and Audiences, joining us from the Norfolk and Norwich Festival where he was Executive Producer.

Matt’s appointment comes at a crucial time for Warwick Arts Centre, as we benefit from ongoing Arts Council England support under the Transform programme.

Matt will lead on the development of Warwick Arts Centre’s highly regarded contemporary programme, exploring how Warwick Arts Centre can realise its ambitions as a commissioner, producer and co-producer of new work, having already established itself as a renowned producing house. Matt will also lead on audience engagement, so you can expect to be hearing more from him in the coming months.

Alan Rivett, Director of Warwick Arts Centre, says of the appointment:

“I’m delighted we’ve appointed Matt Burman. He brings with him a breadth of knowledge and experience of today’s artists which will be of great benefit to us at this time of transformation.”

Matt is particularly looking forward to his new position as his family hails from Warwickshire. Matt’s Grandfather was a Freeman of Coventry, his Dad grew up in the city, and some of his family still live here! So, welcome home Matt!

These are exciting times at Warwick Arts Centre – watch this space!