“I worked with Martha Geelan on Trevor Nunn’s West End production of Love In Idleness. Martha is one of the kindest, most compassionate and empathetic directors, you could meet, who just wants the artist to get it right – not just for the sake of the team but for the artist himself. She is non judgemental and dedicated to the art of theatre. Some directors can disable actors at times, albeit by mistake, but in the time I spent with Martha, I know she empowers them.”

— Anthony Head, actor

“Martha had an innate sense of what was ticking in my brain; what challenges were holding me back, and what words could help unlock the work we had done…our open dialogue energized me to continually progress as an actor”

— Molly Osbourne, actor

“Martha is one of those rare leaders/artists that makes work feel entirely collaborative whilst always remaining completely in control… I never felt like she was trying to change the authenticity of what I could bring to a character but I also always felt pushed outside of my comfort zone… rehearsals were so safe and fun and freeing… our enjoyment of the process infected the performance”

— Gemma Barnett, actor

“If you’re looking for a director who can get more out of you than you thought possible, you won’t find anyone better than Martha”

— Jordan Castle, actor

“I have worked with Martha on several shows including Olivier Award Winning Fiddler on the Roof and Identical. Martha is imaginative, intelligent and nurturing. She has a unique way of helping actors develop and understand their characters and the journey they need to go on. Her knowledge of text and how to break it down for actors is insightful and smart. Martha is always fun and kind and has a unique way of making everyone in the room feel at ease. I would highly recommend working with Martha!”

— Matt Cole, choreographer

“I always felt so stressed when sight reading and would avoid it at all costs… until I took class with Martha. She is such a wonderful teacher and always knows how to make you feel so comfortable in a room… My confidence has gone from strength to strength and I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her”

— Bethany Kate, actor

Martha Geelan is an absolute joy to work with. She holds the perfect balance of having a firm vision whilst working collaboratively, giving actors the space to bring their own choices and explore the world of the play as a company. Rehearsal rooms feel safe with Martha - she places a trust in the actors she works with so they feel an inexplicable bravery to take risks and be bold. I will never forget the Juliet Capulet we discovered together.

— Eva Bradley-Williams, actor