Baritone James Newby has joined IMG Artists for General Management.

Newby will be represented by Senior Artist Manager Callan Coughlan-Davies.

In a statement, the baritone said, “I consider myself extremely lucky to have met Callan and to be moving into this next stage of my career with him at IMGA. It is a huge privilege to join this incredible roster of artists, and I’m already inspired by Callan’s drive and dedication, as well as his warmth and openness. I’m grateful to know I’ll be represented in the industry not only by a phenomenal agent and agency, but also by a brilliant human being.”

Newby is a former BBC New Generation Artist, Rising Star for the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, a Borletti Buitoni Trust Award Winner, and a European Concert Hall Organization Rising Star.

He was part of the Ensemble of the Staatsoper Hannover and has also performed with the Wigmore Hall, Komische Oper Berlin, Garsington Opera, Theater an der Wien, and Gran Teatre del Liceu Barcelona.

This season, he is set to perform with Opera North and Grange Park Opera.

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