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Cate Blanchett Joins Academia at Oxford
16 Jun
Summary
- Cate Blanchett will be a visiting professor at Oxford University.
- She will lecture and engage with students during the 2026-2027 academic year.
- Blanchett follows in the footsteps of renowned figures like Stephen Sondheim and Ian McKellen.
Cate Blanchett, an acclaimed Oscar-winning actress, is set to transition into academia. She has been named the next Cameron Mackintosh visiting professor of contemporary theatre at St. Catherine's College, Oxford University.
During the 2026-2027 academic year, Blanchett will contribute to a program featuring conversations and lectures. Her role aims to foster engagement with students and the broader university community.
Blanchett expressed her excitement for the "electrifying opportunity" to engage in "robust creative dialogue with the next generation." She follows in the distinguished footsteps of previous professors, including Stephen Sondheim, Ian McKellen, and Arthur Miller.
The professorship, established by theatre producer Cameron Mackintosh, aims to connect students with internationally significant figures in theatre, film, and performance. Mackintosh highlighted Blanchett's "incredible career" and her past success as artistic director of the Sydney Theatre Company as major inspirations.
