Annilese Miskimmon

Annilese Miskimmon is a Northern Irish opera director and Artistic Director of English National Opera. She previously led Danish National Opera and served as Director of Opera for Norwegian Opera and Ballet, while continuing a freelance career at major international houses. Her work spans contemporary opera, established repertoire, musical theatre, broadcasting and arts leadership across the UK and Europe.
Known For: *Dead Man Walking*; *The Diary of Anne Frank*; *On the Town*
Selected Theatre Credits: *Ca Ira*; productions for Glyndebourne, Garsington Opera and Welsh National Opera
Awards & Nominations: Winner, Olivier Award, 2025; recognised by the International Opera Awards, Royal Philharmonic Society and UK Theatre Awards
Training: University of Cambridge; City University, London