When Rick Heath was recruited to WA’s State theatre company in early 2020 he knew he was entering fraught terrain. Eight months prior it had been announced that then-Executive Director Natalie Jenkins would not have her contract renewed under controversial circumstances. She subsequently departed the role six months early, prompting disquiet throughout the sector.
As incoming Executive Director and co-CEO, Heath knew he would face scrutiny, but said the challenge of restoring stability to the company was part of what drew him to the role.
