ETO Director steps down after 20 years

English Touring Opera (ETO) Director JAMES CONWAY is stepping down after 20 years.

Conway, who has agreed to remain Artistic Director in a part time capacity until the end of the year, is stepping away to pursue freelance opportunities.

Chair MARK BEDDY said Conway has led the opera with imagination, energy and distinction, transforming its artistic reputation while carefully managing its financial resources.

Conway said: "I have had the most extraordinary opportunity to collaborate with excellent artists on the creation of a body of work made for a wonderful, engaged audience.

"The new leader will be a very lucky person, as I have been very lucky, and I look forward to working with this new leader later in 2022.”