Joanna Keiller announced as Tobacco Factory Theatres new Executive Director

Tobacco Factory Theatres welcomes new Executive Director Joanna Keiller.

Joanna Keiller joins Tobacco Factory Theatres as Executive Director at an important moment for the theatre, bringing strong leadership and a clear commitment to its future.

Based in Bristol, Joanna’s career has been shaped by the intersection of creativity, education, culture and place. As former Campus Dean of Bristol BIMM, and a creative artist herself, she is particularly curious about people, narrative and connection, and the role the arts can play in bringing us together, encouraging us to be curious and creating a sense of belonging.

Joanna said:

“I’m delighted to be joining Tobacco Factory Theatres. TFT is a special place deeply rooted in Bristol, artistically ambitious and genuinely committed to the artists, audiences and communities around it.”

“I’m excited to work alongside the brilliant team, Board and our community to shape the theatre’s next chapter, celebrating what makes it distinctive while creating space for new ideas, new connections and new possibilities.”