People's Light (PL) in Malvern, Pennsylvania seeks its next Managing Director (MD) to partner with Producing Artistic Director Zak Berkman (Producing Artistic Director) in leading an exciting regional treasure with a unique campus, year-round productions, a longstanding Company of artists, and a meaningful role in both its community and the national theatre field. People’s Light serves as one of Pennsylvania’s largest professional non-profit theatres, known for its eclectic mix of productions and innovative work with young people. The next MD will be a key partner to Berkman, with both leaders reporting to the Board of Trustees, to guide the organization during a dynamic model shift from acclaimed regional theatre to prominent cultural and civic center. At the dawn of its 50th Anniversary Season (24/25), People’s Light is excited to better leverage its distinctive seven-acre campus at the crossroads of growing suburban, rural, and exurban communities to become a more visible destination for live arts and a gravitational hub of activity that serves both longstanding stakeholders as well as attracts a generation of new patrons.
The ideal candidate for Managing Director will bring expertise in the non-profit theatre field, from revenue generating and financial acumen to creative strategic thinking to a human centric leadership ethos and a commitment to civic connection. As a collaborative but decisive leader, the Managing Director will be open to listening to diverse and new perspectives, opportunities, and innovation while effectively leveraging organizational, human, financial, and technological resources. This individual will have the capacity to discern competing priorities, provide clarity in support of the company’s mission, and be a pro-active and inclusive communicator.
