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New rights for workers and concerns around tax: how the upcoming changes to employment law will affect performers in the UK. The Labour government is in the process of changing rights for workers in the biggest shake-up of employment law in decades. The government has already introduced legislation to increase the rights of workers in […]

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Take a look at seven new shows coming to the West End and touring the UK and Ireland in Summer 2025. Theatre is living up to its reputation this season both on the West End and around the country as being one of the most inspiring and vibrant means of entertainment. We have so many […]

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Spotlight’s Managing Director, Matt Hood, answers your questions about Spotlight and the wider creative industry.  In this episode of The Spotlight Podcast, Spotlight’s Managing Director Matt Hood answers your questions about Spotlight and more. From making the most of your Spotlight profile and new platform features to membership costs, the Equity case, auditions and advice […]

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