Changing the Script: How the National Theatre is Redefining Workplace Culture
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Behind the scenes, the National Theatre has been driving meaningful cultural change – building an environment where people feel safe, respected and heard.
In this recorded conversation, Gemma McCall, CEO and Co-Founder of Culture Shift, speaks with Sarah Dean, People Policy and Engagement Partner at the National Theatre, about why the organisation adopted Culture Shift’s Report + Support™ system and what they’ve learned along the way.
You’ll hear practical insights on how a world-renowned cultural institution has:
- Embedded trust and transparency through its reporting processes
- Used data and insight to drive long-term cultural change
- Balanced sensitivity, privacy and accountability when handling complex issues
Whether you work in the arts, HR, EDI or leadership, this session offers a candid look at what it really takes to create sustainable cultural change in a high-profile, creative organisation.
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