Our Team

Andrea Pulford and Julia Carruthers are our Senior Leadership Team, responsible for the strategic direction of Warwick Arts Centre.

Alan Rivett – Director

Alan retired as Director of Warwick Arts Centre on Fri 29 Jun. We are currently recruiting for a new Director.

Email: arts.centre@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4524

Andrea Pulford – Director of Planning and Operations

Andrea leads on strategy and development, organisational planning and operations. Her role includes collaborating with University departments, business, stakeholders, as well as the arts industry.
Andrea is a member of the University Council and is leading the project to redevelop Warwick Arts Centre.

Email: A.Pulford@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 0488

Julia Carruthers – Programme Director

Julia is responsible for the strategic direction of the artistic programme at Warwick Arts Centre. Her wide-ranging experience has included working with leading arts organisations most recently as Director of the Dublin Dance Festival and previously with the Edinburgh International Festival, Michael Clark Company, Jonathan Burrows Group, Southbank Centre, and as Dance Officer at Arts Council England.

Email: Julia.Carruthers@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 1865

Yvette Harris – Project Officer / PA to Directors

Email: Y.Harris@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 2747

Kirsty McKenna – PA to Directors

K.McKenna.1@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3807

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The Programme team oversees the programming of the majority of the live programme, including theatre, music, comedy and dance.
If you would like to be part of the programme, please email artscentreprogramme@warwick.ac.uk

Julia Carruthers – Programme Director

Julia is responsible for the strategic direction of the artistic programme at Warwick Arts Centre. Her wide-ranging experience has included working with leading arts organisations most recently as Director of the Dublin Dance Festival and previously with the Edinburgh International Festival, Michael Clark Company, Jonathan Burrows Group, Southbank Centre, and as Dance Officer at Arts Council England.

Email: Julia.Carruthers@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 1865

Andrew Fletcher – Programme Manager

Andrew manages the planning, scheduling and delivery of our artistic programme, working closely with artists, visiting companies, producers and all departments at Warwick Arts Centre. Over the past 10 years he has worked at the National Theatre, Lyric Hammersmith, Serpentine Galleries and Wigmore Hall and has also been a freelance producer for several touring theatre companies. He can often be found on a train, dashing to see shows at other venues around the UK, currently averaging three per week!

Email: A.Fletcher.2@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4439

Edward Dyer – Programme Co-ordinator (Maternity cover)

Edward co-ordinates bookings and contracts for the artistic programme, as well as managing backstage riders and pre-arrival support for visiting companies. He also is responsible for the booking of spaces for student society performances and events.

Email: edward.dyer@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3384

Mary Ryder – Programme Co-ordinator (Maternity leave)

Mary co-ordinates bookings and contracts for the artistic programme, as well as managing backstage riders and pre-arrival support for visiting companies. She also is responsible for the booking of spaces for student society performances and events.

Email: M.Ryder@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3384

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The Marketing department co-ordinates all marketing, communications and press activity at Warwick Arts Centre.

Katie Anderson – Marketing Director

Katie heads up the marketing and communications team for Warwick Arts Centre. Fuelled on latte and biscuits, she oversees the sales campaigns for the 500+ events and 800+ film screenings annually plus exhibitions in the Mead Gallery. She ensures that the profile of Warwick Arts Centre, as the largest arts centre in the Midlands is centre stage in peoples’ lives. She loves theatre, music and film so her entire life is a busman’s holiday.

Email: Katie.Anderson@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4452

Suzanne Brown – Marketing Manager (maternity cover)

Suzanne manages all marketing campaign activity.

Email: Suzanne.Brown@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4669

Johnathan Branson – Audience Development Officer

Johnathan manages audience engagement strategies and initiatives, including Family and Access Ambassador groups.

Email: J.Branson@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2015

Katy Farrell – Marketing Officer

Katy is responsible for day-to-day marketing and press activities, marketing for film, and taking care of the Warwick Arts Centre website. Katy can usually be found watching a show in one of our venues or sewing something.

Email: K.Farrell@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3804

Lizzie Kunkler – Marketing Assistant

Lizzie provides support for day-to-day marketing activities, and is the visiting company contact for all print enquiries.

Email L.Kunkler@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 2678

Greta Bendinelli – Communications & Digital Marketing Assistant

Greta is responsible for day-to-day digital marketing and press activities.

Email G.Bendinelli.1@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 3337

Marketing & Communications Intern

The Marketing department employs four interns each year, offering students and recent graduates a practical understanding and valuable insight into Arts Marketing.

Find out more

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The Film department co-ordinates the cinema programme.

John Gore – Film Programmer

John Gore spends a lot of his time in the dark, watching movies so you don’t have to. Everything that is worth seeing is then gathered into a 2 monthly programme, presented in diary form & enriched with educational activities & special events, giving Warwick Arts Centre its distinctive style & consistently high standard of viewing choice.


Email: J.Gore@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3060

Adrian Pearce – Projectionist

Adrian works on the technical side of cinema, inlcuding digital content.
Email: A.M.Pearce@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2599

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The Education department engages in creative learning opportunities for the local area.

Kate Sayer – Head of Creative Learning

Often found getting excited about a new idea, Kate is responsible for devising and delivering a Creative Learning strategy. She aims to engage the whole community with the work of Warwick Arts Centre and to introduce them as performers and participants to the huge range of possibilities the arts offer. Kate has previously worked for the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education, The Story Museum, Discover Children’s Story Centre and the RSC.
Email: k.sayer@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4252

Carly Mee – Education Officer

Carly co-ordinates and delivers the creative learning programme.
Email: c.mee@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 02476 574 786

Lynsey Cullen – Education Co-Ordinator

Email: L.Cullen@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 02476 151 793

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The Mead Gallery team programme and operate one of the largest and most beautiful purpose-built contemporary art galleries in the UK, and also oversee the University of Warwick Art Collection.

Sarah Shalgosky – Curator

Sarah Shalgosky trained as an art historian and has worked with contemporary art ever since in museums and galleries across the UK. She has overall responsibility for the Mead Gallery and for the University of Warwick Art Collection which is on display across the campus. She writes and teaches about contemporary art, curating exhibitions and about university art galleries.

Email: Sarah.Shalgosky@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 4179

Fiona Venables – Deputy Curator (Mead Gallery)

Fiona works with Sarah on Mead exhibitions. Contact Fiona for enquiries about exhibitions and events.
Email: F.M.Venables@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 3732

Liz Dooley – Deputy Curator (University of Warwick Art Collection)

Liz works with Sarah to manage the University of Warwick Art Collection. Contact Liz for enquiries about the collection.
Email: E.A.Dooley@warwick.co.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4731

Mel Lloyd-Smith – Curatorial Associate (voluntary, part-time)

Mel supports the work of the curatorial team.
Email: M.Lloyd-Smith.2@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4731

Eric Rosoman-Matthews – Gallery Technician

Eric provides technical expertise and support to the Mead Gallery, including managing the installation of exhibitions.
Email: E.Rosoman-Matthews@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 2664

Emma O’Brien – Assistant House Management

Emma is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Mead Gallery.
Email: E.J.O-Brien@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4732

Rebecca Richards – Gallery Assistant

Rebecca provides the initial welcome for visitors to the gallery and assists with day-to-day operations and administration.
Email: meadgallery@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2589

Charlotte Stokes – Gallery Assistant

Charlotte provides the initial welcome for visitors to the gallery and assists with day-to-day operations and administration.
Email: meadgallery@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2589

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The Front of House and Operations team are responsible for both the future planning and the day-to-day management of the building and operations.

Andrea Pulford – Director of Planning and Operations

Andrea leads on strategic and financial planning, identifying market trends, managing change and operational teams. Andrea also oversees HR, IT, facility, event and production management, maintenance, capital projects, security, customer service, health and safety, licensing, governance and risk management, and sustainability. As Andrea herself says, “You name it, I manage it!”

Email: A.Pulford@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 0488

Paul Roberts – Operations Manager

Paul is responsible for the day-to-day management of the building and operations.
Email: P.G.Roberts@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 8125

Claire Farnell – House Manager

Claire is responsible for day-to-day management of the building and operations.
Email: C.Farnell@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4903

Ben Suffolk – House Manager

Ben is responsible for day-to-day management of the building and operations.
Email: B.Suffolk@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2793

Jim Morris – Assistant House Manager

Jim assists Claire and Ben in the day-to-day management of the building and operations.
Email: J.Morris.6@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2272

Operations Assistants

Barry Croxford, Will Howarth, Shirley Stanley and Steve Rose

Barry, Will, Shirley and Steve assist on day-to-day operational activities.
Email: Operations-Assistants@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2442

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The Finance department is responsible for all financial operations.

Vicky Timms – Finance Manager

Vicky manages the strategic financial operations of Warwick Arts Centre.
Email: v.timms@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3786

Richard Evans – Finance Officer

Richard is responsible for the day-to-day financial operations at Warwick Arts Centre.
Email: Richard.D.Evans@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2060

Mark Rigg – Finance Assistant/Cashier

Mark is responsible for Box Office income and other financial operations.
Email: M.Rigg@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 4498

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The Technical department provide technical expertise and support for visiting productions and events.

Howard Potts – Technical Director

Howard is responsible for the Technical Department at Warwick Arts Centre and is one of our longest serving team members, having worked here for over 20 years. Originally from Carlisle, Howard holds a degree in Science from Durham University, and has previously worked at the Harrogate Centre and the Theatre Royal Plymouth.
Email: H.Potts@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3793

Tom Langford – Technical Manager

Tom manages Technical operations and staffing at Warwick Arts Centre.
Email: T.P.Langford@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4889

Nick Matteri – Technical Stage Manager

Nick is responsible for sets, flying and rigging for all events at Warwick Arts Centre.
Email: N.J.Matteri@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 1953

Adam Cardew – Deputy Technical Stage Manager

Adam works on sets, flying and rigging, helping to deliver technical stage requirements for events at Warwick Arts Centre.
Email: R.A.Cardew@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 1953

David Smith – Deputy Technical Stage Manager

David works on sets, flying and rigging, helping to deliver technical stage requirements for events at Warwick Arts Centre.
Email: D.H.Smith@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 1953

Mark Smith – Chief Electrician

Mark is responsible for all electrical and lighting requirements.
Email: M.J.Smith.3@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3442

Martin Busby (Mutley) – Assistant Electrician

Martin assists Mark on electrical and lighting requirements for events at Warwick Arts Centre.
Email: mutley@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3442

Martin Medland – Sound Technician

Martin delivers the audio requirements for visiting companies.
Email: Martin.Medland@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7657 2691

Jack Ramplin – Theatre Technician

Jack provides support across the team and coordinates delivery of specific projects.
Email: J.Ramplin@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 1953

Jonathan Moss – Theatre Technician

Jonathan provides support across the team and coordinates delivery of specific projects.
Email: J.Moss@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7615 1953

Adrian Pearce – Projectionist

Adrian works on the technical side of cinema, inlcuding digital content.
Email: A.M.Pearce@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2599

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The University of Warwick Music Centre offers the opportunity for all Warwick students to get involved with music during their studies. The Music Centre programmes a series of events with its student ensembles, from free lunchtime concerts to full scale spectaculars in the Butterworth Hall.

Paul McGrath – Director of Music

Paul studied at the National Opera Studio, London and won the prestigious conducting fellowship to the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester. Paul was formerly Associate Conductor to the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and is well know as an Opera conductor.

Email: Paul.McGrath@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2141

Lucy Griffiths – Assistant Director of Music

Lucy is responsible for the lunchtime concert programme, leading rehearsals, marketing, educational & outreach projects and the Warwick Global Songbook project.
Email: L.A.E.Griffiths@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2986

Lizzy Whyte – Music Centre Administrator

Lizzy is responsible for all administration for the Music Centre and is the first point of contact for students.
Email: E.Whyte@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 3799

James Vegnuti – Assistant Administrator

James deals with general enquiries, and is a first point of contact for all Music Centre enquiries.
Email: J.Vegnuti@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 2441

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The Box Office team welcome visitors to the venue and handle all ticket enquiries and bookings.

Emma Parker – Box Office Manager

Emma manages the Box Office with her team of 16, taking ticket bookings and helping to make all Arts Centre visitors feel welcome. Emma is responsible for maintaining the ticketing system and liaising with promoters, companies and agencies, as well as consistently providing excellent customer service.

Email: Emma.Parker@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4524

Melissa Jordan – Assistant Sales and Box Office Manager

Mel assists Emma in the management of the Box Office team and operations.
Email: Melissa.Jordan@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4524

Jackie Baldwin – Assistant Sales and Box Office Manager

Jackie assists Emma in the management of the Box Office team and operations.
Email: J.Baldwin@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4524

Relief Box Office Supervisors

Anna Richardson, Laura Davenport and Rebecca Pilliere

Anna, Laura and Rebecca deputise for Melissa and Jackie in the day-to-day management of the Box Office.
Email: ticketing@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4524

Amanda Glanville – Education and Group Bookings Assistant

Amanda co-ordinates bookings for schools and other groups.
Email: groupbookings@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4524

Box Office Assistants

Sue McHugh and Anna Richardson

Sue and Anna welcome visitors to Warwick Arts Centre, answer customer enquiries and take ticket bookings. They are supported by a team of Casual Box Office Assistants.

Email: ticketing@warwick.ac.uk
Tel: 024 7652 4524

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