King’s Head Theatre refreshes its board

The King's Head Theatre, in London's borough of Islington, has announced ROBERT KHAN as its new Chair. He took up the post on 14 May, succeeding JAMES SEABRIGHT.

Kahn has substantial leadership experience at national organisations including the General Medical Council and the Law Society. He also has a wide range of experience of serving on boards.

From 2010 until 2018, Khan was an Islington councillor, serving as the borough’s first Arts Champion. He is also a playwright.

Three new trustees have been appointed alongside Kahn: Business Executive RUTGER BEELAERTS, BBC News Creative Director CHRIS COOK and Park Theatre’s Director of Sales and Marketing DAWN JAMES.

The King's Head's Executive Producer and acting CEO SOFI BERENGER said: “A huge thank you to James Seabright and other departing trustees, whose hard work and commitment to the charity extended above and beyond all expectations. Without him, we surely would not have opened our new theatre, and his legacy will be felt forever." 

Commenting on his appointment, Kahn said: “I'm delighted to take up the role of chair of the King’s Head Theatre stepping into James Seabright's enormous shoes, helping the organisation build on his fantastic legacy moving the KHT to its new, bigger permanent home.

"While the venue is brand spanking new, what won’t change is our artistic policy, showcasing plays to musicals, opera and cabaret, to drag and comedy – while building something new from the glorious legacy of the old pub theatre – presenting work that’s joyful, irreverent, colourful and queer – ensuring something for everyone.”