JILL COLBY L.G.S.M. G.o.D.A.

Jill has worked in the professional theatre for over 40 years as actor and director, working with several generations, from Vivian Leigh to Richard Griffiths, and from John Gielgud to Howard Davies and Rupert Goold. Adjudication became a natural progression from her work as a Director which ranges from Greek Tragedy through most of Shakespeare's plays to Harold Pinter, Samuel Beckett, the Comedies of Alan Bennett, and Alan Ayckbourn as well as the work of contemporary writers such as Mark Ravenhill, Jez Butterworth and April de Angelis.

Much of Jill's work has been the training of professional actors, having been Head of Acting at three London drama schools over the years, with numerous successful graduates seen regularly on television, film and in our major theatre companies. Jill has adjudicated at all levels of the All England Theatre Festival, including the English, Scottish and Irish finals, and last year adjudicated the British All Winners Final.

Since becoming a member of GoDA in 1993 Jill has consistently been involved in the administration of the Guild as a member of Council. She has been vice-chairman, chair of the selection panel, and at present is professional mentor overseeing the mentor scheme for associate members.