Hilary Keenlyside, a pioneering figure in arts management, has passed away at 69

As co-founder of Bonnar Keenlyside, she played a crucial role in shaping major UK cultural institutions, from the Barbican Centre to Woolwich Works. Her expertise in strategy, sustainability, and arts consultancy ensured that creative ventures thrived. A passionate advocate for the arts, Hilary’s impact will be felt for generations.

“In 2005 Nicky Webb and I founded Artichoke to promote open-air public performance, starting the following year with the Royal de Luxe company’s visit to London with The Sultan’s Elephant. Hilary stood beside us, producing plans, advising the board, determined to show that free-to-the-public did not equal insolvent” – Helen Marriage, Director of Artichoke

Read the full tribute here.