At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Board of Trustees and shape the future of Boy Blue's artistic vision.
- Company: Boy Blue, a pioneering hip-hop dance theatre company with 25 years of excellence.
- Benefits: Opportunity to influence cultural expression and drive long-term growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team committed to radical inclusion and community engagement.
- Why this job: Be a key player in redefining the arts and championing diversity and inclusion.
- Qualifications: Strong leadership skills and a passion for governance and the arts.
The predicted salary is between 59576 - 70089 £ per year.
For 25 years, Boy Blue has been redefining the stage. Founded in East London in 2001 by Olivier Award winners Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante MBE and Kenrick ‘H2O’ Sandy MBE, the company has taken hip-hop dance theatre from the streets to the world’s biggest stages. From nurturing grassroots talent through our East London Training Academy to bringing explosive, world-class productions to global audiences, we stand for artistic excellence, authentic cultural expression, and radical inclusion. As we hit our quarter-century milestone, we are moving forward and delivering an ambitious programme of UK and international performances, and we need a dynamic, forward-thinking Chair to guide our Board of Trustees into this next era.
This is a significant and outward-facing role, working closely with the Executive and Co-Artistic Directors to shape the future direction of the company, including the development of its next five-year plan. The Chair will provide thoughtful challenge and support, championing the organisation’s values while acting as an ambassador and advocate. There is a particular opportunity to broaden Boy Blue’s reach beyond the subsidised arts sector, strengthening relationships across sponsorship, philanthropy and new strategic partnerships to support long-term sustainability and growth.
The successful candidate will bring strong and inclusive leadership, with the ability to guide and galvanise a Board, and to build trusted relationships across a diverse group of stakeholders. They will have a clear understanding of governance and the role of a Board, alongside a demonstrable ability to think creatively and entrepreneurially. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is essential, as is an affinity with Boy Blue’s mission and values. The Chair will be a persuasive advocate, comfortable representing our organisation across sectors and helping to raise our profile, while maintaining a grounded and collaborative approach in working with the Executive team and Trustees.
Chair of the Board of Trustees in Slough employer: Boy Blue
Boy Blue is an exceptional employer that champions artistic excellence and radical inclusion, making it a vibrant place to work in East London. With a strong commitment to nurturing talent through its Training Academy and a dynamic approach to expanding its reach, employees have ample opportunities for growth and collaboration within a supportive and diverse environment. Joining Boy Blue means being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to redefining the stage and making a meaningful impact in the arts community.
