Guildhall appoints Dr David Linton as new head of acting and programme leader

Guildhall School of Music and Drama has announced that the position of head of acting and programme leader will be filled by Dr David Linton. 

Dr Linton will provide leadership and management to the school's BA (Hons) Acting programme - a course that was significantly revised in September 2021 to be more inclusive and to reflect the ever-changing industry. 

The new programme now features a suite of new modules, equipping students to gain sustainable careers as actors in the 21st Century. 

Dr David Linton said: ‘I am absolutely delighted to be joining Guildhall at this significant time. I welcome the opportunity to be part of such a superb team, committed to providing dynamic actor training which is inclusive and innovative and equipping students for the challenges of a changing industry.’