Further investment in the independent performing arts scenes
When Anne Dalby takes over as director, it is not only the start of a new era, but also the start of a UP that is organised in a new way. UP is opening a new position to hire a development producer with a focus on developing and strengthening UP's efforts for the independent performing arts communities across the country. The person will focus on performing arts and producer development projects, environmental initiatives and networks, in collaboration with UP's current team. In addition, a part-time administrative employee will be hired to be a coordinating point of contact in UP's building in Copenhagen. The goal is to ensure a smooth and focussed stay for the actors who put working hours and resources into the building.
Consolidation of the organisation
Since 11 March, when it was announced that UP's general manager of four years, Mikkel Harder, was leaving UP to take up the position as director of the Danish Institute in Rome, UP's board has been discussing how UP should be organised in the future so that even more of UP's resources can be invested in the independent performing arts environment, while ensuring optimal conditions for staff, operations and management.
This work has now led to the appointment of a new leader and a new organisation. The board is pleased to announce that UP's new leader will be Anne Dalby.
Tina Tarpgaard, Vice Chairman of the Board of UP, says:
Anne Dalby has been UP's administrative manager since 1 January 2023 and therefore has in-depth knowledge of UP. She has played a very important role in the establishment of UP's new premises in Nørrebro, which houses both rehearsal rooms and office facilities. Anne Dalby comes with a background as administrative manager at Teater Sort/Hvid and 10 years of experience from the music industry, where she has worked with the independent field of musicians, both through interdisciplinary projects and organisational development work. Anne Dalby will take up the position as General Manager on 27 May 2024.
Anne Dalby is looking forward to taking UP forward. She explains:
For further information contact Anne Dalby, anne@udviklingsplatformen.dk / +45 61 75 75 65 or Deputy Manager Tina Tarpgaard, tina@sydhavnteater.dk / +45 40 27 70 90
Photo: Nicolai Howalt