Isla Hall

Dr. Isla Hall is a Senior Lecturer in Performing Arts at the London College of Music, University of West London. She specializes in classical acting and holistic actor training methodologies.

Education:

• BA in Drama, Rhodes University
• MA in Classical Acting, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

Her research focuses on gender bias in casting, identity, and social justice in theatre, integrating cognitive psychology into actor training practices. She emphasizes student-centered pedagogy that fosters safe experimental spaces.

Scientific Awards:

• Award-winning production at the National Theatre
• FHEA (Fellow of the Higher Education Academy)

As a course leader for BA Acting, she teaches Stanislavski techniques, Shakespeare, Pinter, and embodied actor methodologies. Her industry experience spans 15+ years with directors like Jeremy Herrin and Sean Matthias.