The Lincoln Center Board of Directors has unanimously selected Jed Bernstein, theater producer and educator, as its next president. The announcement was made today by Katherine Farley, Lincoln Center Board Chair. He will succeed Reynold Levy, who will step down as president in January, 2014.
Mr. Bernstein has been professionally engaged in the arts for more than two decades. He led the Broadway League for 11 successful years and is a Tony Award-winning independent Broadway producer through Above the Title Entertainment, a Production Company and marketing consultancy he launched in 2006. In 2011, Bernstein joined with the Bridge Street Foundation to spearhead the financial and creative restructuring and extensive renovation of the historic Bucks County Playhouse, and became its producing director."Jed's breadth and depth of experience in the arts, together with his strong track record of inspired entrepreneurial leadership, are an ideal fit at this time for Lincoln Center," said Katherine Farley. "Throughout his career, as an arts executive, producer, educator and marketing executive, Jed has demonstrated the critical skills this unique position demands. He is an accomplished fundraiser who has produced results in developing new revenue streams and corporate sponsorships. He understands how to leverage digital platforms to engage new audiences, and has deep experience in piloting complex collaborations. Most importantly, his work is informed and inspired by a life-long passion for the arts."Videos