Author: Spotlight Admin
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David Mumeni: How to Audition
As a London-based actor, David Mumeni has worked with director Declan Donnelan at Cheek by Jowl, as well as Josie Rourke in a Donmar Warehouse production. His credits include The Royal Court, The Hampstead, The Soho and The Bush. David has also appeared in various TV shows including Fresh Meat (Channel 4), PhoneShop, Love, Nina,…
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How Your Child Can Get the Best Headshot
Everything parents need to know about this important first step in your child’s career. A young performer’s headshot is vital to maximising their opportunities for success in the industry. Before you head over to a session with a photographer, here are some insider tips from photographer Mark Davis of MAD photography, to help you get the…
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Casting Director Andy Pryor: Inclusivity
Casting director Andy Pryor on inclusivity. During April Open House week we spoke to Andy Pryor, casting director of Doctor Who, Call the Midwife, The A Word and more, on how he casts Deaf and disabled actors, and what the industry can do to be more inclusive. Watch the full interview below!
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Spotlight’s Exciting Discount Scheme
Find out about Spotlight Discounts, our savings scheme for members. We’re always looking for ways to improve the value you get for your Spotlight membership and we know that there are times as an actor when money is tight. Spotlight Discounts is free to our members and gives you access to a huge variety of…
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Casting Director Jerry Knight-Smith on: How to Audition Well
Casting director Jerry Knight-Smith shares his top tips for auditioning. As part of Spotlight’s range of Q&A sessions for graduates, we held a session in Manchester at The Royal Exchange with casting director Jerry Knight-Smith. Here’s his thoughts on showreels, whether he casts unrepresented performers, and how to audition well.
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Casting Director Kelly Phelan on: Tips for Aspiring Actors
Casting director at The Abbey Theatre in Dublin, Kelly Phelan, talked to us at our Ireland graduate Q&A, to offer her tips to aspiring actors.
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Top Tips from Leading Commercial Casting Director
We recently spoke to leading casting director Martin Gibbons, as part of the Spotlight Graduate Programme. Held in Manchester, the events were tailored to students graduating from drama school in the North West. Martin Gibbons Casting is an independent casting company experienced in casting TV commercials, television, theatre and film. Martin has been a casting director…
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10 Audition Tips from Casting Director Jerry Knight-Smith
The Spotlight Graduate Programme is designed to prepare final year students for the industry, and this includes many opportunities to network with and bounce ideas off the experts! Spotlight recently hosted some graduate events in Manchester, including a Q&A with casting director for the Royal Exchange Theatre, Jerry Knight-Smith. Jerry offered the attendees a great…
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How to Self-Tape at Home
Our tips on how you can self-tape from home! So you’ve received that email from your agent asking you to put yourself on tape for a casting, and they need the audition WeTransferred across by tomorrow. With our ‘how to’ video, this process need never feel rushed or stressful again! If you’re able to start…
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Introducing the nominees for the Spotlight Showcase 2017
20 of the UK and Ireland’s most talented young drama school graduates have been selected to compete in front of an exclusive industry panel in July at the Spotlight Showcase 2017. The finalists will be launching their career to an audience of influential industry professionals on 11th July at The Underglobe, with a live theatre performance and…