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Peter Higgin Steps Down as Artistic Director of Punchdrunk Enrichment

by Staff Writer
March 11, 2025
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Peter Higgin. Punchdrunk Enrichment Stores. March 2025. Image by Nina Photography

Peter Higgin. Punchdrunk Enrichment Stores. March 2025. Image by Nina Photography

Punchdrunk Enrichment has announced that Peter Higgin will step down as Artistic Director and Joint CEO after 17 years of leading the independent charity. Higgin co-founded Punchdrunk Enrichment in 2008 to bring the innovative practice of Punchdrunk into communities and schools, pioneering immersive learning internationally.

Higgin, one of the original founders of the immersive theatre company Punchdrunk in 2000, created the Enrichment practice, which continues to develop transformational theatrical experiences in community, family, and education settings. His work includes installation projects for whole schools such as The Lost Lending Library, now touring internationally as a family show, and innovative productions like Enitan’s Game, Small Wonders, and Against Captain’s Orders at The National Maritime Museum. He has spearheaded the introduction of immersive learning in classrooms and schools worldwide.

Jon Gisby, Chair of Trustees at Punchdrunk Enrichment, said, “Peter has dedicated so much of his life to Punchdrunk Enrichment and bravely taken immersive productions and projects out into the community and placed people at the heart of unforgettable storytelling journeys. He has given thousands of people creative experiences they wouldn’t have otherwise had through Punchdrunk Enrichment’s adventurous, high-quality approach to theatre. We wish him all the best and thank him for his tireless work, and we look forward to finding the next great leader for this innovative and one-of-a-kind creative charity.”

       

Peter Higgin said, “I am extremely proud of the work we have created at Punchdrunk Enrichment and how the company has evolved over the years. I’m so grateful to the team for all of their hard work and dedication and I’ll cherish the impact we have made together. I will remain a Founding Artistic Director of Punchdrunk Enrichment to provide support and guidance as required for the new Artistic Director and Joint CEO. This role is an amazing opportunity for someone with a passion for immersive storytelling and socially engaged practice.”

Peter will remain in his role until a successor is appointed and will continue to be involved in several projects. The application process is now open for a new creative leader.

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