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The Industry
The BFI Southbank at night
How to Attend the BFI London Film Festival

What to expect at the BFI Film Festival in London, including BFI Film Festival premieres, film industry networking opportunities and how to get tickets. Every year, the British Film Institute hosts the London Film Festival (LFF), giving productions a platform to showcase extraordinary talents from all over the globe and allowing film fans the chance […]

charlie gardiner
festivals
film
The Industry
A camera filming someone waving a Pride flag
Top LGBTQ+ Films Recommended by Spotlight Members

We asked our members to recommend their favourite LGBTQ+ films and they didn’t disappoint! Pride month may be coming to an end, but we want to keep the celebration of all things LGBTQ+ going. So we put out a post on our Instagram account asking Spotlight members to recommend their favourite and most iconic LGBTQ+ […]

diversity/inclusivity
film
The Industry
Joe Locke and Kit Connor as 'Charlie' and 'Nick' in 'Heartstopper (Season 3)'
What’s Filming in the UK and Ireland in July 2025

Join us as we look at some of the exciting new projects currently in production around the UK and Ireland, including ‘Heartstopper’ and ‘Rings of Power’ (Season 3). Summer 2025 is in full swing, and so is the film and television industry. From the new season of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power […]

casting news
film
news
The Industry
Megan Harrison as 'Boromir' in 'You Shall Not Yass' - a 'The Lord of the Rings' drag cabaret
Why Drag is King for Confidence with Megan Harrison

Actor Megan Harrison discusses how they created their drag king persona ‘Fabio Lezonli’, how drag has improved their self-confidence and their advice for actors taking the big first step into the world of drag. Megan Harrison is an actor, producer and drag performer, best known for their roles on the West End as a young […]

comedy
diversity/inclusivity
interview
The Industry
The cast of Disney's 'Hercules the Musical' for the West End
My Casting Story: Luke Brady in Disney’s ‘Hercules the Musical’

Performer Luke Brady on landing his Hercules role, how he takes care of his voice and the differences between stage and screen acting. Luke Brady makes a heroic return to the West End stage in the iconic leading role of ‘Hercules’ in Disney’s latest London-based musical.  First he captivated audiences with his powerful performances as […]

auditions
interview
musical theatre
The Industry
Karen Dunbar looking thrilled with her BAFTA award
Karen Dunbar: From ‘Chewin’ the Fat’ to ‘Still Wakes the Deep’ BAFTA Win

We talk to Karen Dunbar about her recent BAFTA win for her video gaming debut and the 30+ year performing career that took her to that moment.  Interview Summary: Karen Dunbar discusses her career from hosting pub karaoke, working on comedy shows like Chewin’ the Fat, playing three roles in Phyllida Lloyd’s all-female Shakespeare trilogy […]

acting
comedy
interview