Phil Hargreaves is an award-winning cultural leader specialising in crafting cultural experience that are relevant, punchy and audience focused. Phil works in a range of settings to support the development of artists, economies and artistic productions. Phil’s passion is ensuring everyone has access and opportunities to engage with and share cultural experiences, ranging from large scale outdoor productions and festivals to intimate light installations and everyday culture.

Phil’s current work includes working with Highly Sprung, alongside having been the Executive Producer for Joss Arnott Dance since 2010. He is a board member for Outdoor Arts UK and the Co-Chair of Light Up the North Network. Since August 2024, Phil has been the Festival Director for Freedom Festival Arts Trust.

Phil’s work as the Executive Producer/Joint CEO for Joss Arnott Dance involves working alongside the Artistic Director with fundraising, relationship building, strategic planning, UK and International touring, contracting, budget planning and management.

Phil in his freelance capacity has previously worked with some of the UK’s leading dance organisations including Phoenix Dance Theatre, 2Faced Dance Company, Dan Daw Creative and Sonia Sabri Company.

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