Jill Green

Originally from Newcastle, Jill Green is an award-winning casting director and a full member of the Casting Directors’ Guild (CDG), the Casting Directors Association (CDA), and the Casting Society of America (CSA). Known for her sharp instinct, collaborative spirit, and deep understanding of performers, Jill has built a distinguished career casting for stage and screen across the UK and internationally. Jill’s work spans some of the most iconic and innovative productions in recent theatre history. She has cast major West End musicals, large-scale national and international tours, and critically acclaimed new work. In 2024, her outstanding contribution to the stage was recognised with the What’s On Stage Award for Best Casting Direction for The Little Big Things at @sohoplace—a groundbreaking production that underscored her commitment to authentic, inclusive casting. Most recently, Jill cast the highly anticipated Broadway transfers of The Great Gatsby and Shucked. Shucked at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, while The Great Gatsby is currently running in the West End. Throughout her career, Jill has played a pivotal role in shaping casts for beloved productions such as War Horse, Dear Evan Hansen, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, and Jersey Boys, while also contributing to the development of new musicals like The Devil Wears Prada and Becoming Nancy. She has collaborated with many of the UK’s leading theatre companies and venues, including the National Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre, the Bridge Theatre, and Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, and her work has been seen on stages from the West End to regional theatres and touring houses across the UK and Ireland. Her casting extends into film as well, having worked on dance casting for feature films including Steve McQueen’s Blitz, Paddington 2, and Beyond the Sea. She is also highly active in the development of new material, frequently casting workshops and readings that nurture emerging voices in theatre and film. Jill is celebrated for her ability to bring together imaginative, truthful ensembles and for championing performers from all backgrounds. Her work continues to shape the future of British theatre and beyond.

Olivia Laydon

Originally from Wakefield, Olivia is a Probationary Member of the Casting Directors’ Guild (CDG) and an emerging voice in both theatre and screen casting. She works with Jill Green Casting, where her credits as Casting Director include Indigo, The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, A Chorus Line(Leicester Curve, Sadler’s Wells, UK & Japan Tours),Clueless (Trafalgar Theatre), Singin’ in the Rain (China & Dubai Tour), and The Parent Agency. She also co-cast Evita at Leicester Curve alongside Kay Magson CDG. As Casting Associate, Olivia has worked on major productions such as Shucked (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), The Great Gatsby (London Coliseum), The Devil Wears Prada, Becoming Nancy, and the upcoming War Horse UK & Ireland Tour (2024–2025). Her previous experience as a Casting Assistant includes Disney’s The Lion King and Aladdin (UK & Ireland Tours), Jersey Boys, Crazy for You, and the original musical The Little Big Things. Her experience also spans acclaimed film and TV work, including Spencer, Good Luck to You, Leo Grande, Hijack  and Litvinenko, as well as BBC dramas such as Father Brown and Doctors.

Tom Shiels

Originally from Manchester, Tom is a London-based Casting Associate and Mountview graduate. He works with Jill Green Casting, with credits as Casting Associate on Shucked, The Great Gatsby, The Devil Wears Prada, War Horse, Becoming Nancy, and Clueless, among others. His assistant credits span The Little Big Things, Disney’s The Lion King, Aladdin, Crazy for You, and Jersey Boys. He has also worked with Pippa Ailion Casting on Ain’t Too Proud, Get Up, Stand Up!, and The Lion King, and with Cameron Mackintosh Ltd on Les Misérables. As Casting Director his credits include Cinderella (Norwich Theatre Royal) and Elegies for Angels, Punks and Raging Queens (The King’s Head Theatre).