Arts chief Mandy Stewart is quitting as executive director of Northern Stage, in Newcastle, after seven years. She is to take charge of Leicester's Haymarket Theatre.
She leaves Northern Stage in a healthy state - the company has secured extra investment of £500,000, a national touring contract, and a redevelopment partnership with Newcastle City Council and the University of Newcastle.
"It has been a difficult decision to leave," she said.
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