New York’s venerable Manhattan Theatre Club has selected Associate Artistic Director Nicki Hunter to take over as Artistic Director when Lynne Meadow steps aside on December 1. Meadow has held the position of Artistic Director at the nonprofit theater for 53 years.

Hunter’s appointment was announced Thursday by MTC’s Board of Directors. Meadow, as previously announced , will assume a new role as Artistic Advisor.

Hunter first joined MTC in 2009 as an intern. In the 16 years since, she has held several key positions, including Artistic Associate, Line Producer and Artistic Producer before being promoted to Associate Artistic Director.

“I’m elated and deeply honored to be stepping into the role of Artistic Director of MTC,” said Hunter. “I’m inspired by the unparalleled body of wo

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