Natasha Raymond

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The cast of 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' the musical on stage toasting
Theatre Recommendations From Theatre Professionals

The winners and nominees of the Off-West End Awards 2025 share the best shows they’ve seen at the theatre this year. Thanks to all the talented performers in the UK and Ireland, there’s never a shortage of brilliant stage productions to see and enjoy. From theatre to musical theatre, on stages in the West End, […]

interview
musical theatre
theatre
The Industry
Kerry Ellis and the rest of the cast of 'If/Then' in the West End musical concert version
Bringing ‘If/Then’ to the West End as a Musical Concert

Kerry Ellis, Tom Kitt, Adam Blanshay and Jordan Langford share their experience of bringing ‘If/Then’ to the Savoy Theatre as a staged concert. In February, we offered Spotlight members the chance to book special discounted tickets to Broadway sensation If/Then in concert during its limited run at the Savoy Theatre.  Members who joined us at […]

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musical theatre
theatre
The Industry
Richard Gadd holding a mic in front of red curtains in 'Baby Reindeer'
Nominees Revealed for the BAFTA Television Awards 2025

‘Baby Reindeer’, ‘Mr. Bates vs The Post Office’, ‘Rivals’ and ‘Slow Horses’ lead the BAFTA Television Awards 2025 nominations. The 2025 BAFTA Television Awards have now been revealed, with 134 different programmes being nominated across the various categories, including the BAFTA Television Craft Awards. Baby Reindeer received the most nominations across both television awards with […]

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The Industry
Jeevan Braich as 'Rusty' and Kayna Montecillo as 'Pearl' in 'Starlight Express' looking at each other lovingly
My Casting Story: Jeevan Braich in ‘Starlight Express’

It’s full steam ahead with Jeevan Braich as he shares his insights on playing ‘Rusty’ in ‘Starlight Express’ and his win at the WhatsOnStage Awards 2025. After over 20 years, Starlight Express is back in London. This revival features new songs, award-winning costumes, and a specially designed auditorium in Wembley. It also has a fresh […]

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musical theatre
networking
The Industry
The cast of 'Slaughterhouse-Five' with their Offie Awards at the Off West End Awards 2025
The Winners of the Off-West End Awards 2025

Davina de Campo presents a night of celebration and recognition for shows and creative teams working at venues outside of London’s West End. The winners of the 15th Off-West End Awards (‘Offies’) have been announced at a spectacular ceremony held in Central Hall Westminster. The Offies are vital for recognising the shows and creative teams […]

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theatre
The Industry
Krupa Pattani as 'Sam' and Amit Shah as 'Jas' in 'Mr Bates vs the Post Office'
My Casting Story: Krupa Pattani in ‘Mr. Bates vs the Post Office’

Actress Krupa Pattani on auditioning for ‘Mr. Bates vs the Post Office’, South Asian representation on screen and breaking into voice acting. At the beginning of 2024, ITV released what would become its best new drama series since the Pembrokeshire Murders. The first episode of Mr. Bates vs the Post Office was viewed by 9.2 […]

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The Industry
The silhouette of a man playing a fiddle in 'Fiddler on the Roof'
Olivier Awards Nominations 2025 Revealed

The front-runners of the Olivier Awards have been revealed, with ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ earning 13 nominations, and ‘Giant’ and ‘The Years’ each being nominated for five awards. The nominees of the Olivier Awards 2025 have now been announced, recognising and celebrating the world-class talent who have graced the stage and behind the scenes of […]

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musical theatre
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Adrien Brody, Mikey Madison, Zoe Saldaña and Kieran Cullen pose backstage with their Oscars
‘Anora’ Leads in Oscars Wins 2025

‘Anora’ wins five Academy Awards, with ‘The Brutalist’, ‘Dune: Part Two’, ‘Emilia Pérez’ and ‘Wicked’ also achieving multiple wins. The winners of the 97th Academy Awards have now been announced at a ceremony in Los Angeles, hosted by Conan O’Brien. The ceremony began with a stunning performance by Wicked co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, […]

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Demi Moore in 'The Substance'
The Winners of the SAG Awards 2025

‘Shōgun’, ‘Only Murders in the Building’, Timothée Chalamet and Demi Moore among winners at the Screen Actors Guild Awards 2025. The winners of the 31st Screen Actors Guild Awards were revealed in a ceremony on Sunday in Los Angeles. The awards, which are voted on by other performers, honour the best film and TV performances […]

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The Industry
Daisy Ridley and Matthew Tuck in 'Cleaner' looking serious using a computer at a desk
My Casting Story: Matthew Tuck in ‘Cleaner’

Matthew Tuck talks about auditioning for the feature film ‘Cleaner’ and his hopes for other neurodivergent performers.

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diversity/inclusivity