Eden Court welcomes Rebecca Holt of Battersea Arts Centre as new chief executive

Eden Court has appointed a new boss with Rebecca Holt succeeding James Mackenzie-Blackman.

Rebecca is currently executive director and deputy chief executive at Battersea Arts Centre (BAC) in London.

She said: "I’m thrilled to be joining Eden Court, an organisation I have admired from afar for some time.

"Eden Court’s strong civic role in bringing creativity to communities across the north of Scotland, coupled with its artistic ambition across theatre and film, make it a truly special organisation.

"James leaves an exceptional legacy.

"I’m looking forward to working with the venue's team to devise and deliver the remarkable things that Eden Court will do next."

Mr Mackenzie-Blackman is leaving later this month after almost four years in charge to return to his home town and head up the Theatre Royal Plymouth.

Bryan Beattie has been appointed interim chief executive, a role he will fulfil until at least the end of January, pending confirmation of Ms Holt’s start date.

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