Boundless Theatre, known for its commitment to supporting early-career young creatives, has unveiled a new co-leadership model aimed at redefining traditional hierarchical structures and fostering inclusive leadership. The theatre company, a National Portfolio Organisation, recently relocated to Croydon and continues to build on its development programmes, including the flagship Accelerator.
The Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Pavlos Christodoulou and Adèle Reeves de Melo as Co-CEOs. Pavlos will serve as Creative Director & Co-CEO, focusing on the artistic vision and development of creative engagement programmes. Adèle, as Executive Director & Co-CEO, will handle strategic leadership, financial sustainability, and operational excellence.
Pavlos Christodoulou, Creative Director and Co-CEO, said, “I am very grateful to be reimagining the future of Boundless with Adèle. Her person-centred and supportive approach is at the heart of our new strategy. As we deepen our work in Croydon over the next year and focus on listening to our community, we want to create an environment where 15–25-year-olds can develop their creativity with care, support, and access to real opportunities.”
Adèle Reeves de Melo, Executive Director and Co-CEO, added, “I’m incredibly excited to step into this role and collaborate with Pav’s creative energy and commitment to holistic artist development. At Boundless, we want to create a space where young people feel empowered to experiment, take risks, and even fail—because failure is part of growth.”
The new leadership structure also includes the appointment of Beth Drury as Associate Programme Director, a role specifically designed for an 18-25 year-old to co-lead and shape the company’s engagement with its community. This nine-month co-leadership role is supported by the Blagrave Foundation and The Listening Fund.
Chair of the Board of Trustees, André Renaud, said, “On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we are delighted to welcome Pavlos and Adèle as our new Co-CEOs. Their unique experience and shared passion for inclusivity and artistic excellence makes them the perfect team to lead Boundless Theatre into this new chapter.”
Boundless Theatre continues to support young creatives through its various programmes, including the Boundless Drama Club and The Box, a pop-up space for art, performance, and creativity.
