SDH was so much to so many people, and she will be missed deeply. I had the pleasure of working with her numerous times, inside and out of Central, and my overriding memory from sitting beside her for all those hours in rehearsal rooms, is of laughter. She would find so much fun in her work, but never neglected to take it seriously. She had an extraordinary skill of making everyone feel heard (even if their ideas were TERRIBLE). The way that she nurtured the students was a joy to watch, allowing time and space for them to come to their own choices, and to build their own sense of character.  I hope these messages of love, bring her family a small amount of comfort at such a hard time. She really was one of a kind. Love always, Sarah. Amy x…

Sarah was a welcoming art leader who supported our ideas for projects on Colombian art and peace. We could not move ahead with the project at the venue due to her illness but always will remember her opening and kindness. We are very sad. Myriam Ojeda Director Imagine Colombia Festival…

Sarah had a profound impact on my life. I will always remember her – giggling mischievously, clutching her face dramatically while watching someone perform some particularly audacious acting, saying she’ll drop by for a pint and being the last to leave. An outrageous amount of life to fit into one human being.  I take solace in knowing that everyone she knew can’t help but continue her legacy. She helped me grow and I know for certain that countless people feel the same. So whenever we’re in a rehearsal room, or heads together with a friend in a pub corner, or at the start of a bold enterprise, there will always be a little bit of Sarah working her magic.  My deepest sympathies to her family, who she adored. …

Sarah was a truly gifted teacher. I was a mature MA student when I worked with Sarah. She was respectful of my experience but able to support and suggest ideas to help me make my teaching better. I didn’t work with her a lot which was a great pity. Whenever I was on campus she always made a point of seeking me out to chat or even just to say hello. She was a kind, caring person and she will be sadly missed by all who knew her. My deepest sympathy to her family, friends and colleagues. …

I didn’t know Sarah as well as I would’ve liked, but I feel lucky even for the limited moments I had with her. Her presence was always kind, warm, and supportive. On the days I would visit the Bold Elephant studio I always looked forward to seeing Sarah: as an actor it is often the case that you feel isolated, and unsure of what you are doing. Being in Sarah’s company, even for a few minutes, you felt connected and had faith in yourself. She had the power to restore that feeling of faith in you, just by being around. Her guidance and direction gave actors the confidence to find themselves, explore, play, and grow.  She is irreplacable….

Sarah Davey-Hull was a force of nature, a friend, and a guiding presence. Sarah always had a way of way of making you feel seen, listened to, and recognised in the space. A consumate creative, theatre making professional who shared her life, ideas and home with huge amounts of energy, genuine affection and care. Sarah encouraged me to pursue my research beyond my MA, actively supporting my application process, pushing me when I had doubts, quietly listening, providing alternative viewpoints and nudging me back on track when I vented my frustrations. I shared a card with her that read ‘I have learnt so much from my mistakes that I am thinking of making a few more,’ Sarah was a wonderful friend who not only cracked some pretty outstanding funny stories but also laughed at all my jokes and shared my tears as well. How lucky was I to have met Sarah Davey-Hull along the way, the journey would not have been the same without her.  ‘For thy sweet love remembered such wealth brings,    That then I scorn to change my state with kings.’…

I first met Sarah in 2017 while studying at Central and had the good fortune to work with her later as an actor. She was always generous with her time, compassionate, funny, full of life and light, an inspirational teacher and director. My thoughts are with her family and all who love and miss her. …

SDH created a wonderful world around her and transformed my time at Central. I will always remember her joy, her brilliant talent and interest in all of us. Her teachings stay with me today. I am so very grateful to have been a student of hers. What a powerful, kind and fun person to have known….

Sarah hosted many events at FH Space for the Authentic Artist Collective. We always felt fully welcomed by Sarah’s warmth and generosity and we loved the atmosphere Sarah created. So many of us were deeply shocked by Sarah’s passing and we extend our deepest condolences to her beloved family. May she rest in peace and remain in our hearts….

Sarah’s was a true advocate for her students, the arts and everything she believed in. I remember her as a champion and supporter, who went out of her way to do what she could for someone else. I will always be grateful for everything I’ve learnt from her, and she will hold a special place in my life. All my love to her family. …

I loved working with Sarah. She was so energetic and imaginative and being part of the Bold and Saucy company for four summers, felt like being part of a lovely creative and very bouncy family. Many of those became great friends. Those summers were magical, rehearsing one show, then performing another in the evening then heading off to the college bar or into Oxford for restorative beers and dancing. I remember the company picnics, the relentless leafleting in costume, the furious costume changes ( leaving my Maria hat on when arresting Antonio and seeing her face fall), running into the squash courts to finish the show when it rained and lots and lots of mucking about which led to some truly funny scenes. Sarah had a huge influence on me as a young woman in my 20s, both creatively and personally. When l think of her l cannot help but smile, seeing her lovely beaming humorous face in the Wadham Garden sunlight. The line l always remember, which was from the Winter’s Tale….which always made us laugh and which l think sums up the spirit of our Bold and Saucy days was “Exit left, pursued by a bear”. I…

Very shocked to hear of Sarahs passing.  We worked together years ago. A formidable woman and talent. Love to all her family anf friends. xxoo Kay.   …

Sarah and I met in the late 1990s when we worked together at Kensington and Chelsea College. Her ability to hold a group and bring the best out in who ever she taught was inspirational. She has changed the lives of many. There are alot of actors and creatives out in the world whose career she has cultivated. Her influence will live on in lots of theatre spaces around the globe. I loved having her in my life. Always compassionate, caring and very witty. I will so miss her as a lovely friend and an artist….

Sarah was first and foremost a trusted friend but also my closest colleague for sixteen years. We collaborated in so many ways, teaching and directing, commissioning new plays, running courses, creating ensembles, and planning all sorts of creative and pedagogic endeavours. Sarah was vivacious and fun-loving, positive and inspiring, knowledgeable and empathic, caring and forthright, fiery and diplomatic. There was a special spark that kindled little fires of creativity in all those around her. When I picture Sarah, I see her swinging a huge skipping rope, conducting strange but beautiful ensemble dances, parading out of rehearsal spaces, down corridors and bursting into the world beyond, theatrical encounters in weird and wonderful spaces, a calm face listening to others, a chuckle over a glass of wine: most of all I see her smiling and laughing. Sarah had immense inner strength and resolve but she wore it lightly and with grace. I remember countless excursions to the theatre, walking and talking, drinks outside in the sun, working trips to New York and San Francisco. I remember her patience, consistency and gentle encouragement of her students. I remember her genererosity of spirit to all her colleagues and her joy at collaboration. We…

Sarah was a fabulous artist and person. Always nurturing, moving things forward, making things happen, creating opportuntities for others. She had a terrific imagination, well tempered patience, and managed to maintain a wonderful warmth even in the pressured times. She made excellent theatre, often in places you wouldn’t expect, and helped a generation of artists grow and become more themselves. I am so sorry to hear of her passing and would like to send my condolences to her family and the huge number of friends and colleagues who will surely be missing her….