Mercury Theatre Creative Director steps down

RYAN MCBRYDE is to depart from his role as Creative Director of the Mercury Theatre at the end of May after five years in post.

As a freelance director, McBryde has worked internationally. He previously worked for the RSC on the development of Matilda and at the National Studio on Tory Amos’ The Light Princess.

The Chair of Mercury's board ROB WEST said McBryde leaves “a strong legacy of high-quality work both on and off stage”.

McBryde added that working at the Mercury had been “a profound honour and a significant milestone” in his career. “I leave the Mercury knowing whoever takes over the artistic reigns will be able to thrive. NPO funding means the theatre can continue its unwavering commitment to the support of artists and creative risk-taking.”

The Mercury’s board will begin recruiting for a successor in the next few weeks.