Meet Brittany Hall

We recently connected with Brittany Hall and have shared our conversation below.

Brittany , so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?

How I Found My Purpose

That is a profound question to ask.
I found my purpose early in childhood, years ago, unexpectedly and unknowingly. An old friend helped me find it, but what really led me there was my voice. I loved to sing. Growing up in church, I sang almost every other Sunday. No one would ever believe this, but I was very shy; every time I sang for the church, anxiety would always creep in. Eventually, I got used to the stage and performing in front of others.

Time passed, and losing a singing competition made me feel as if I had lost my purpose entirely. Singing was everything to me as a child, and not winning left a vulnerable, passionate scar on me. I didn’t know then that this scar would lead me to a purpose God had already aligned.

In fifth grade, an old friend, Ged Pearson, asked me to be a part of a musical. We would only be background characters, but it was still a stage, which was scary because I was no longer singing. But Ged knew I could sing, and he said that’s why he wanted me to join. I still remember his voice today: “You Can Sing!” I didn’t necessarily know how to act and felt weary, but his influence eventually led me to musical theatre.

All three years of middle school, I was either backstage, a background character, or a dancer. A lead role was all I wanted, but it didn’t happen until I was in eighth grade. At the time, I didn’t understand why it took so long, especially since I could sing. But God had another plan. If I had become a lead character my first year, I wouldn’t have gained the skill of endurance, or learned what it means to wait for something I desired—I wouldn’t have learned patience.

It was deeper than what I initially wanted; it was all part of a bigger purpose. All that time backstage and as a background character gave me a full, overall understanding of a theatre’s course, which eventually led me to the stage I’m on today. Who would have known it would lead me to become a theatre writer, producer, and director in the year of 2022?

I’ve always had a profound love for film. Since I watched my first movie, Scream (1996). My cousin Yolanda Richards used to love horror films and would have my cousins and me watch them when we were younger—that’s when my deep passion for film developed. I realized I had a purpose that would someday involve film because I looked for specific things: a message to take away or something to learn. I didn’t know that was part of my purpose, just in a way I never imagined. We are called according to God’s plan, and He has shown me my purpose. I found it, and I know I did because I feel so close to him.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

What’s the most exciting thing about directing and writing is to be able to bring something to life! Producing makes me extremely happy too, brings beautiful people together and allows them to showcase their talents and gifts. It is all so worth it.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

The Art of Discipline

Yes, we all fall short at times when it comes to discipline, but the discipline to keep going when everything looks weary or cloudy is probably one of the most rewarding skills one could ever possess. It’s the decision to get up every day and keep mapping out a desired vision, having the faith that it was meant for you. It’s the type of discipline that won’t let you sleep until you’ve completed a goal—the discipline to do it again and again, even if or when you fail.

This dedication helps bring things together smoothly, giving you no time to overthink. By making the task too important to fail, your mind shuts off from any negative influences that could hinder your goal.

The Necessity of Patience

Maintaining and developing patience is extremely important and necessary. Patience allows you to be still and trust that things will flow within their own alignment and process. Without patience, you will rush yourself into a difficult situation. You must be patient with your gifts and your pursuits so you can fully grasp and envision them. This is true for everything, from theatre directing to sports, to your career, and even personal relationships—patience teaches you a deeper level of understanding: the importance of divine timing.

The Foundation of Passion

Passion is what makes things endless and is usually the bow on top. For anything you’ve ever wanted, passion has to be the center of your foundation; that is how you sustain an endless mentality and fire.

Finding passion requires you to find something you’ve loved, perhaps even since you were a child. A lady once told me our passions align in childhood, but sometimes as we get older, we tend to forget what they are because life has told us something different about who we are, and they fade away. Never let them fade. Your inner child knows what your heart truly desires. Don’t let the world tell you what a “good” life is. A good life comes from you and what God has gifted you. Find that, and never lose it.

Do you think it’s better to go all in on our strengths or to try to be more well-rounded by investing effort on improving areas you aren’t as strong in?

I personally believe it is better to go all in on being well-rounded by doing things you aren’t necessarily comfortable with. This brings tremendous growth, courage, and confidence.

The more you engage with tasks you don’t know how to do, question, or even feel insecure about, the more likely you are to acquire the skills that will help you become the best overall professional in your craft. It’s good to be proficient in one thing, but it’s even better to have knowledge and strengths in many areas. This versatility makes you more dependable and confident than if you relied on only one comfortable strength.

My Personal Commitment to Growth

This philosophy directly influenced my life when I chose to attend Full Sail University. I decided to get my Master’s in Film because I wanted to understand every aspect of writing, directing, and producing so that I could be well-rounded and comfortable in areas I wasn’t familiar with.

If I had only focused on theatre directing—and simply stood there because that is what I was comfortable with—I wouldn’t necessarily grow. I would be stagnant, comfortable, and in the same phase of life. That’s not fun; that’s too normal!

Because I’ve now had both experiences, I am a well-trusted director, and writer. This trust stems from the different experiences I’ve had, which honed not only my skills but also my character. Experiences are what allow you to become greater as an individual, fostering greater understanding and personal development.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hallfilmstudios/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-hall-914546290

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