Royal Shakespeare Company names new boss
Shriti Vadera inside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre (RSC/PA)
Shriti Vadera has been named the new chairwoman of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), becoming the first female and person of colour to fill the role.
The former investment banker will take over in August from Nigel Hugill, who is stepping down after a decade, as the company faces the challenges of its expected return to work following lockdown.
Ms Vadera was born in Uganda before her family fled the country when Asians were expelled by Idi Amin.
Shriti Vadera outside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre (RSC/PA)
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The popular Rooftop Restaurant is located at the top of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
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Diners at the Rooftop Restaurant at the RSC can enjoy views of the River Avon (Image: Sara Beaumont (c) RSC)
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By Erica Whyman
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