Stephen Munn

Munn said he was 'thrilled' to be taking up the position of Director at Arts Derbyshire

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Changing Faces

Arts Derbyshire announces new board director

Arts Professional
2 min read

Arts Derbyshire has named STEPHEN MUNN as Director of the charity’s board. 

Munn was CEO and Artistic Director of Absolutely Cultured in Hull from 2019 until 2023, working on its City of Culture Legacy programme. Previously, he was CEO and Artistic Director at Derby dance centre Deda from 2006 – 2019.

Munn said of the appointment: “I am thrilled to be taking up the position of Director at Arts Derbyshire and feel privileged to be able to work across my home county over the coming months. 

“There are so many great artists and organisations producing amazing work in Derbyshire. I look forward to getting out and meeting as many people as possible so I can fully understand where Arts Derbyshire can continue to have the greatest impact in these challenging times.

“I fundamentally believe that the arts enhance people’s lives and it is organisations like Arts Derbyshire that play such an important role in making that happen.”

Chair of Arts Derbyshire Board, DEBI HEDDERWICK, added: “We know Stephen will bring direction, insight and experience to the role, enabling us to establish strong partnerships and networks and achieve organisational sustainability, which will allow us to achieve our vision of enriching the lives of Derbyshire people through their active engagement in the arts."