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Changing Faces

New Chief Executive at Jasmin Vardimon Company

Arts Professional
2 min read

Contemporary dance theatre Jasmin Vardimon Company has announced ALISON TEDBURY as its new Chief Executive.

Tedbury’s appointment follows the departure of former Executive Director IAN ROSS, who the company credits for spearheading the creation of its purpose-built headquarters in Ashford, Kent.

Tedbury will take up the role in March, leaving St Martin’s in the Field, where she been Executive Director of Concerts and Planning. She is also a former Orchestra Manager at the Royal Opera House and Contracts Manager for the Royal Ballet.

Chair SUZIE LEIGHTON said: “We are delighted to welcome Alison at such an exciting time for the company.”

“Her experience at both the Academy of St Martin’s in The Field and at the Royal Opera House makes her the ideal person to build on the company’s work and to fulfil the opportunities, locally, nationally and internationally, that the new building offers.”

Leighton also gave her thanks to Ross: “We are incredibly thankful to Ian for all he has done for the company over the years and for his transformative contribution.

“His determination, tenacity and leadership, especially in the creation of [the company’s headquarters] JVh.o.m.e, cannot be overstated.  We will miss him greatly, and we wish him the best with his new endeavours.”

Tedbury commented: “I am very much looking forward to working in such a dynamic and forward-thinking company and to work with Jasmin and the team in delivering the exciting programmes and opportunities that Jasmin Vardimon Company has.”