Author: Natasha Raymond
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8 Tips to Prepare You for an Audition
Top tips from casting director Kate Rhodes James on how to prepare for an audition. Kate Rhodes James has had a long and varied career as a casting director. Her past projects include House of Gucci, Catherine the Great, A Discovery of Witches, The Good Karma Hospital, Line of Duty, Sherlock, and many more. Most…
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My Casting Story: Rob Madge in ‘My Son’s a Queer’
Stage performer Rob Madge speaks to Spotlight about their journey, creating their own solo show and starring in panto. For any performer bringing a show to the Edinburgh Fringe, success is the dream. But even in their wildest dreams, many couldn’t imagine having that show go straight from the Fringe to the West End. However,…
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How to Get Started in Puppetry
Tips and advice for actors wanting to get started in puppetry, and what happens in a puppetry casting When you hear the term ‘puppetry’, you likely think of Sesame Street, The Muppets and other children’s educational shows. However, puppetry in theatre can be a powerful tool that allows actors to convey complex emotions and stories…
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Sean McGinley’s Tips for Learning Scripts
Advice from the ‘Braveheart’ actor on how to start your acting career and learn a script Donegal-born actor Sean McGinley has had a career that spans decades and roles in countless well-known productions, including Braveheart, Gangs of New York, Shetland, The Alienist, and, most recently, the independent film Wait for Me. We had the chance…
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BAFTA Scotland Awards 2023: The Full Winners List
‘Aftersun’, ‘Mayflies’ and Lauren Lyle win multiple awards at the BAFTA Scotland Awards 2023 On Sunday 19 November 2023, the winners of the BAFTA Scotland Awards 2023 were announced during a ceremony in Glasgow. Hosted by presenter Edith Bowman, the awards celebrated the very best in film and TV talent from the past year, with…
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Working with Casting Directors
The role of a casting director and why actors need to build relationships with them Casting directors are often the unsung heroes of a production. It’s the casting director who will find the perfect actor for the role, l often emphasising the importance of diversity and new talent to the production company. As an actor,…
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Industry Forum Highlights – London 2023
Channel 4 Present: Mirror on the Industry Hosted by Mel Brown (Customer Success Manager, Spotlight), Presenters: Samantha Cannons & Sophia Field (Research Managers, Channel 4), Panellists: Selma Nicholls CDA (Look Like Me Casting), Sue Moore (Zebedee Management) & Marcus Rider (Chair of RADA, CEO of Film & TV Charity) Watch the recording of Channel 4…
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The Winners of the Black British Theatre Awards 2023
Actors Jazz Lintott, Toyin Ayedun-Alase and Kyrelle Lammy win multiple awards at the Black British Theatre Awards 2023 On Sunday 29 October 2023, the Black British Theatre Awards 2023 took place at the National Theatre’s Lyttelton Theatre in Southbank, London. This is the fifth awards ceremony since the Black British Theatre Awards was established to…
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Performing Musical Theatre with Matt Henry
‘Kinky Boots’ star Matt Henry, MBE, on his journey to the West End stage and what skills you need to succeed in musical theatre Matt Henry is an award-winning actor and singer, best known for playing ‘Lola’ in the West End musical Kinky Boots. He won both a WhatsOnStage and Olivier Award for ‘Best Actor…
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Casting Director Destiny Lilly on Her Emmy Nomination for ‘Only Murders in the Building’
Casting Director Destiny Lilly shares her experience of being nominated for an Emmy for ‘Only Murders in the Building’ and tips on how to get work as an actor in the USA Destiny Lilly is a US casting director and President of the Casting Society (CSA). Her career has spanned theatre, film, television and one…