Miami New Drama Named Claudia Campos Managing Director
The Miami native will guide the theater company through its 10th anniversary season.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in People
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Miami native and Cuban immigrant Claudia Campos has been named the new Managing Director of Miami New Drama. She steps into the leadership role as the company prepares to mark its 10th anniversary season.
Why it matters
Her appointment is intended to provide leadership for the company's next decade of growth in the city. The move follows a long tenure with the organization, as Campos originally joined the team as an intern in 2018.
The theater company is entering its 10th anniversary season under new leadership. Campos, who moved to Miami at age six, returns to the organization after completing her graduate studies.
The players
Claudia Campos
The new Managing Director of Miami New Drama who previously served as an intern at the company.
Michel Hausmann
The founder of Miami New Drama.
Miami New Drama
A Miami-based theater company entering its 10th anniversary season.
The details
Campos began her relationship with Miami New Drama by reaching out over Facebook in 2017 to inquire about an internship, which she started in May 2018. Following her time at the organization, she went on to earn a master's degree in Theater Management from Yale University and completed an apprenticeship at the Mellon Foundation. She now returns to lead the organization alongside founder Michel Hausmann.
Timeline
2017: Campos contacted Miami New Drama regarding an internship.
May 2018: Campos began her internship at the theater company.
2026: Campos completed her master's degree at Yale University.
October 2026: Announcement of Campos as Managing Director.
Beyond the 305
This appointment marks the first major leadership transition for Miami New Drama since its founding. It follows a decade of growth that established the theater as a cultural fixture in the local arts community.
Local theater audiences can expect a transition in administrative operations as the company prepares for its milestone anniversary season. The appointment ensures continuity as the organization begins its second decade in Miami.
The takeaway
The appointment signals a focus on organizational growth as the company enters its 10th year. Follow the company's progress as they announce the season schedule for the upcoming anniversary celebrations.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest leadership changes across the city in our Miami People section.
More information
For more information on upcoming programming, visit the Miami New Drama website.
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