The Orange Tree Theatre has confirmed Sarah Nicholson will take over as the theatre's new executive director.
Currently the general manager of Sheffield Theatres, she succeeds Gillian Thorpe after 32 years.
Chairman Caroline Smith said: "I am sure her tenure will be a most successful one and really look forward to working with her."
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