artistic director
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of artistic director
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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The production, helmed by Saheem Ali, the company’s associate artistic director, takes place in “Nuevo Verona, a border wall community.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
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
Douglas Rintoul, chief executive and artistic director at the New Wolsey, said its success was "a powerful reminder that risk-taking new work is being created in regional theatres".
From BBC • May 10, 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
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
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