Artistic Directors of the Future

Dedicated to creating change at leadership level in mainstream theatre

Become a Member

Artistic directors of the future is the first membership organisation dedicated to increase the number of culturally diverse artistic leaders in the arts sector

Membership is open for theatre creatives worldwide.

We are offering you an exclusive opportunity to strengthen your relationships with leading professionals.

To be eligible for Individual Memberships you must come from an Asian, Black, Latin/Hispanic, Native American, Indigenous, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, Mixed-Race (a person of colour) background.

Our Friends Membership is open to all theatre venues, theatre organisations, dance theatre companies and museums.

Membership Choices

Delegate Membership

Delegate Membership offers an exciting opportunity to connect with leading professionals, arts organisations nationally and internationally. We provide access to bespoke training and resources that will take your leadership to the next level.

Standard Membership

Our standard membership offers regular updates to upcoming ADF events, bespoke training sessions and networking opportunities. Start your ADF leadership journey today!

Friends Membership

Our unique Friends Membership provides the opportunity for organisations to connect with ADF to expand their artistic and professional network. Become a Friend of ADF to achieve your organisational goals with a trusted and supportive friend.

ADF is kindly supported by Arts Council England, Garfield Weston Foundation, Esmeé Fairbairn Foundation, Aziz Foundation.
Friends of ADF