Author: Spotlight Admin

  • FAQs for Agents

    FAQs for Agents

    How does Spotlight work? Spotlight is used by casting directors all over the world to send out breakdowns for roles they are casting. Each of these breakdowns is sent to agents and/or performer members of Spotlight via email and via the Spotlight website. When an agent receives the breakdown, they’re able to submit a client…

  • Supporting Parents in the Performing Arts

    Supporting Parents in the Performing Arts

    Parents in Performing Arts (PIPA) have announced the formation of a new consortium of leading UK theatres and arts organisations who will work together for the first time to support PIPA’s campaign for equal opportunities and access for parents and carers working in the performing arts. We’re delighted to be one of the industry partners that…

  • Q&A with Casting Director Alison Solomon

    Q&A with Casting Director Alison Solomon

    Alison Solomon is a freelance casting director and recently gave a talk at our regional Open House in Birmingham. We caught up with her after the session to ask a few of your questions from Twitter. I create costumes, masks, and SFX make-up. How or where can I get into this and be recognised for…

  • How to Get an Agent in Ireland

    How to Get an Agent in Ireland

    Jonathan Shankey has been an agent at the Lisa Richards agency in Dublin since 2001. It was founded over 25 years ago and covers literary, voiceover, and comedy, as well as acting talent. Their clients include Cillian Murphy, Aidan Turner and Sarah Greene, to name a few. During our Open House first birthday celebrations in Ireland we spoke to Jonathan to…

  • Acting for Camera: Part One

    Acting for Camera: Part One

    Domenique Fragale trained at Arts Educational Schools and recently moved to the United States to work in Los Angeles. Here, she shares her tips acting for camera, and preparing your character. Research More often than not before you book the role, you will most likely be put through a screen test – it’s not as difficult as it…

  • How to Get a Great Headshot

    How to Get a Great Headshot

    Photographer Jamie Drew offers his advice on how to make sure you nail your headshot shoot. Headshots are your first selling point to getting you that audition, so it has to be the best it can be! Your headshot is an investment in your career. Make sure you do your research and pick a professional photographer to help you…

  • Changes to Our Membership Models

    Changes to Our Membership Models

    Published: 6 April 2016 Thank you for all of the feedback you’ve given us to let us know that you would appreciate a monthly direct debit payment method. We know that it would be a help to many members to be able to spread the cost of your Spotlight membership throughout the year. As you…