Glasgow International appoints Helen Nisbet as new Festival Director

All of us here at Toogs are immensely proud as Glasgow International announces appointment of Gaada’s non-executive Director and dearest ally, Helen Nisbet, as Festival Director!

Image of Helen Nisbet by Christa Holka

Glasgow International, Scotland's biennial festival of contemporary art, has announced Helen Nisbet as its new Director. Nisbet will assume the post from summer 2025 ahead of the 11th edition of the festival, which takes place from Friday 5 – Sunday 21 June 2026. 

Helen Nisbet said, "I'm so happy to be coming home to Scotland as Director of Glasgow International. I'm excited to work with, and learn from, the festival team and to be amongst the gorgeous light, energy, artists, communities (and even the rain) in Glasgow again.

Glasgow International is a critical biennial which represents a diversity of contemporary and cultural practice, and it is a privilege to lead it into its next phase. I bring with me a commitment shaped by years of collaboration with artists, organisers, communities, partners and audiences - locally, nationally, and internationally. I look forward to spending time with you all soon.”

You can read the full article on Glasgow International’s website