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

Jesse Berger, Red Bull’s founder and artistic director, who adapted the play with Mr. Page and helmed this production, departs from the original text in tempering Titus’ anger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

As an artistic director, Desai said, he always encourages visitors: “Join us all season, versus just coming for the things you like,” and maybe you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

She will open the season, with a gala conducted by Teddy Abrams, who becomes artistic director of the Ojai Festival next season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Nina Yoshida Nelsen, an Asian mezzo-soprano who is now the artistic director of the Boston Lyric Opera, summed up her personal approach toward such matters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

On the eve of Good Boys’ world premiere at Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre in 2007, the company’s artistic director, Martha Lavey, commented on the play’s focus on class.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove