Conducting Old Friends at the Gielgud Theatre, London
Cameron Mackintosh production Staring Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga

Isaac is a passionate, experienced, and ambitious Musical Director with a dynamic career in Musical Theatre, both in the UK and internationally. His dedication to elevating Musical Theatre to its highest standards is evident in every project he undertakes.

Whether providing sensitive accompaniment, crafting additional music, or guiding performers to their best possible performances, Isaac consistently strives for unparalleled musicianship. His infectious enthusiasm permeates throughout the company, inspiring excellence in all around him.

Classically trained at two of the world’s premier musical institutions—Chetham’s School of Music in Manchester and The Royal College of Music in London—Isaac is a versatile musician. Alongside his expertise in piano and conducting, he trained as an orchestral bassoonist, offering him unique insights into orchestral dynamics and the conductor’s role. This comprehensive training equips Isaac with a robust skill set, enabling him to promote and encourage top-tier music-making.

Isaac is currently the Musical Director for the world premiere stage adaptation of The Artist, adapted by Lindsey Ferrentino and Drew McOnie, featuring original music by Simon Hale. Previously, he served as Associate Musical Director for Old Friends at the Gielgud Theatre, where he worked with and conducted an all-star cast, including Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, Bonnie Langford, Joanna Riding, and Janie Dee, in a celebration of Stephen Sondheim’s work, directed by Sir Matthew Bourne and industry legend Julia McKenzie.

Isaac musically supervised the West End concert revival of The Witches of Eastwick, directed by the original ‘Sukie,’ Maria Friedman. In collaboration with composer Dana P. Rowe, he mounted the concert production, conducting a 14-piece orchestra and an all-star cast, including Carrie Hope Fletcher, Laura Pitt-Pulford, Natasha Barnes, and Claire Moore.

As Assistant Musical Director of Mary Poppins at the Prince Edward Theatre, Isaac was integral to the original creative team that mounted the revival in 2019. Regularly conducting the show, he showcased and maintained a high level of pianism, tackling one of the most demanding piano scores in the repertoire.

Isaac thrives under pressure, as demonstrated by his experience conducting some of the world’s biggest musicals, including Mary Poppins, Miss Saigon, and Sunset Boulevard. He has had the pleasure of collaborating with some of the most renowned figures in Musical Theatre, including composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz. Together, they co-produced Working: A Musical (Original London Cast Album) at Abbey Road Studios. Other notable artists Isaac has worked with include Cynthia Erivo, Petula Clark, Frances Ruffelle, Zizi Strallen, Charlie Stemp, Danny Mac, Jason Pennycooke, and Gavin Lee.

Committed to nurturing young talent, Isaac teaches regularly at Arts Educational and has been an associate tutor at Guildford School of Acting, Performance Preparation Academy, and Sylvia Young Theatre School. Additionally, he runs his own private singing studio, fostering the next generation of performers.

Credits



Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends
Gielgud Theatre

Associate Musical Director

Director: Sir Matthew Bourne


The Witches Of Eastwick
Sondheim Theatre

Musical Supervisor / Conductor

Director: Maria Friedman


Mary Poppins
Prince Edward Theatre

Assistant Musical Director

Director: Sir Richard Eyre & Sir Matthew Bourne


Sweeney Todd
Arts Educational

Musical Director

Director: Paul Foster


The Show Must Go On! Live At The Palace
Palace Theatre

Associate Musical Director

Director: Luke Shepherd & Anna Fox


Miss Saigon
UK & International Tour

Assistant Musical Director 

Director: Laurence Connor


Sunset Boulevard
UK & International Tour / Live Stream

Assistant Musical Director 

Director: Nikolai Foster


Working: A Musical
Southwark Playhouse

Musical Director

Director: Luke Shepherd


Working: A Musical
Original London Cast Recording

Musical Director / Producer / Piano

Ghostlight Records / Abbey Road Studios


Putting It Together
Lyric Theatre Belfast

Musical Director 

Director: Stephen Whitson


After You: A New Musical
Crazy Coqs

Musical Director

Director: Alastair Knights


Piaf
Charing Cross Theatre

Musical Supervisor / Arranger

Director: Jari Lakso

The Artist
Theatre Royal Plymouth


Musical Director

Director: Drew McOnie

Thursford Christmas Spectacular
Thursford

Assistant Musical Director


Dessa Rose
Trafalgar Studios

Associate Musical Director 

Director: Andrew Keates


ITV’s Royal Ascot Advertisement 2017
ITV 

Musical Director/Arranger/Conductor


My Fair Lady 60th Anniversary Concert
Actor’s Church Covent Garden

Assistant Musical Director 


Zanna, Don’t!
Landor Theatre 

Musical Director

Director: Drew Baker


From Up Here
Tristan Bates Theatre 

Musical Director

Director: Yojiro Ichikawa


Lost Boy: A New Musical
Charing Cross Theatre

Musical Director

Director: Phil Willmott


The Other School
The Other Palace (St James Theatre)

Assistant Musical Director 

Director: Lotte Wakeham


Pianist Credits


BBC Radio 4
Front Row

Old Friends w. Bonnie Langford


Sunset Boulevard
Royal Albert Hall

Alpha Members Club


BBC Radio 4
Woman’s Hour

Mary Poppins w. Zizi Strallen


Mary Poppins
Prince Edward Theatre

Cameron Mackintosh Ltd


Overtures
Cadogan Hall 

Luminaire Orchestra 


A Little Night Music
Holland Park Opera

Quick Fantastic 


Miss Saigon
UK/International Tour 

Cameron Mackintosh Ltd


Sunset Boulevard
UK/International Tour

David Ian Productions


The Light Princess
Cadogan Hall 

Quick Fantastic 


The Magic of Animation 
Cadogan Hall

West End Does


Les Miserables
Queens Theatre/UK Tour 

Cameron Mackintosh Ltd


Phantom of the Opera
Her Majesty’s Theatre 

Cameron Mackintosh Ltd


The Railway Children
Cadogan Hall

Alex Parker Theatre Company