Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
Lorraine Heggessey is an accomplished media executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as an Independent External Advisor for the Channel 4 Growth Fund and Chair of Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, Heggessey has also held prestigious positions including CEO of The Royal Foundation of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and Chief Executive Officer of Talkback Thames. Notably, Heggessey was the first woman to run BBC 1, successfully transforming the channel during their tenure. As Chairman of The Grierson Trust and a media consultant, Heggessey continues to influence the media landscape while supporting female-led ventures as an angel investor with Angel Academe. Heggessey holds a BA Hons in English Language and Literature from Collingwood College, University of Durham.
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Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
We are the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre. We produce bold and relevant world-class theatre. We are committed to being vital to, and representative of, our local community and to being a major force in London and UK theatre. We develop and nurture the next generation of talent, and provide opportunities for young people from all backgrounds to discover the power of creativity. Right in the heart of Hammersmith, your beautiful theatre is here for everyone.