New Glyndebourne Director of Audiences - Laura Jukes

Glyndebourne has announced the appointment of Laura Jukes to the role of Director of Audiences.

Laura brings an in-depth knowledge of Glyndebourne and its audiences from over 14 years working within the opera house’s marketing team, latterly as Head of Communications and Interim Director of Audience Development. Prior to joining Glyndebourne, Laura held roles at the Edinburgh International Festival, Traverse Theatre and London’s Arcola Theatre.

Richard Davidson-Houston, Glyndebourne’s Managing Director, said: ‘I am delighted to announce Laura’s appointment to the role of Director of Audiences. Her strategic, audience-centred approach has been integral to achieving record-breaking visitor numbers and revenue this year and make her the ideal candidate to lead Glyndebourne’s efforts to keep driving audience growth as we head towards our centenary in 2034.’

Glyndebourne’s new Director of Audiences, Laura Jukes, said: ‘It’s an immense privilege to take up this role and start an exciting new chapter in my career at Glyndebourne. We are in the fortunate position of having a highly engaged and loyal audience and I’m looking forward to leading our efforts to further enhance their visitor experience. This will also support our ambition to keep nurturing growing demand from new audiences and secure the next generation of Glyndebourne supporters.’