Stages is pleased to announce that Derek Charles Livingston has been named the theater’s new Artistic Director, succeeding Kenn McLaughlin who retires at the end of June after a 23-year career at Stages. Livingston will be one of the first Black men to lead a top-tier Houston arts organization as he relocates to Houston in early August. An award-winning actor, director and producer, Livingston holds a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts from Brown University and a master’s degree in film production/direction from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Reflecting on this monumental news, Livingston said:
“Throughout my career, I have intentionally sought out works or pursued productions that engage the soul and spark thought-provoking conversations. As the next Artistic Director of Stages, I look forward to building on this philosophy and amplifying the already inspiring legacy of Stages.”