Having graduated from Rose Bruford in 1982, Evaristo will take up the ceremonial role from January 2021, serving as a ‘symbol’ and an ‘ambassador’ of the College.
Speaking to the Guardian, Evaristo said she hoped that her position will make drama schools feel more accessible: ‘If they see a Black person in a position of power in an organisation, that makes it more attractive to students of colour, and not just somebody who’s in a position of power, but somebody who is an outspoken activist as I am.’
She also pointed out that the appointment was not tokenistic, as around 13% of the College’s students are from a Black or minority ethnic background.
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