artistic director

American  

noun

1. a person who is responsible for the administration of a theater or ballet company, opera house, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of artistic director

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Before dedicating himself to his own brand, Jacobs worked for 16 years as artistic director of Louis Vuitton -- LVMH's flagship brand.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The artistic director said the show excelled because of its high production value — something regional theaters are rarely able to execute.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

The production, helmed by the company’s artistic director, Eric Tucker, who also plays that malevolent master manipulator, Iago, matches the minimal cast with a scrappy, simple production.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Sheen, the Welsh National Theatre's artistic director, called it a "full-circle moment" and described the West End move as "an important next step".

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

They were married a year later, at which time Kira resigned from her position as an artistic director at GSS.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline