Who we are
We’re nothing without our people. Here are some of those who drive all that we do
Our Resident Orchestras
Philharmonia Orchestra
Dedicated to bringing orchestral experiences of the highest quality, to the widest possible audience.
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Celebrated as one of the world’s great orchestras, sharing the wonder of orchestral music since 1932.
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
Taking you closer to the experience intended by the composers themselves, the OAE makes old music, new.
London Sinfonietta
A world-leading ensemble with a reputation built on cutting-edge programming and virtuosic performances.
Chineke! Orchestra
The first professional orchestra in Europe to be made up of majority Black and ethnically diverse musicians.
Aurora Orchestra
An innovative classical music ensemble, creating vibrant musical adventures through memorised performance.
Our Resident Artists
An organist and keyboard player whose boundless approach to music making has seen him carve out a unique career.
A viola player widely heralded for his richness of sound, technical mastery and his passionate advocacy for new music.
A shape-shifting ensemble performing cutting-edge contemporary music, classical masterpieces and staged work.
Our Executive Leadership Team
Elaine Bedell
Chief Executive
Our first ever female Chief Executive, Elaine heads up all we do as an arts venue, ensuring we continue to provide 45% of our events for free. Previously, Elaine enjoyed a 25-year career in the media, working in senior roles at the BBC and ITV.
Mark Ball
Artistic Director
Responsible for the delivery of our entire artistic programme, Mark works with our Artistic and Creative Engagement teams and extensive creative networks to produce a dynamic and world class programme at the heart of London.
Heather Clark Charrington
Director of Audiences
Katy Dent
Director of People & Culture
Susan Johnston
Chief Operating Officer
Amy Ross
Director of Development
Our Board of Governors
Misan Harriman
Chair
Misan Harriman is a photographer, creative director and cultural commentator, and is the first Black person in the history of British Vogue to shoot the cover of its September issue.