News & Advice

Get the insider knowledge and audition tips you need to navigate your acting career. The Spotlight News & Advice hub offers the latest industry news, practical advice on the business of performing, wellbeing articles, and exclusive interviews with top casting directors.

Spotlight Forum 2026

Spotlight Forum is heading to Leeds! Check out the programme of events and how to get tickets

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Lifestyle & Wellbeing

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Managing Your Performing Career as a Parent

Smart strategies for navigating the juggle of parenthood and a performing career.

Young Performers

A Parent’s Guide to Audio and Voiceover Work

Everything parents need to know about voice over work for young performers.

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2026 UK and Ireland Stars of Tomorrow Announced

Discover the UK and Ireland’s 2026 Stars of Tomorrow acting and filmmaking talent.

Emmy Award Winners 2026

Success for British talent as Widow’s Bay, The Pitt, Hacks and Pluribus dominate a night of historic wins at the Emmy Awards.

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What’s Filming in the UK and Ireland – September 2026

Explore what’s filming across the UK and Ireland this September.

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Rose O’Reilly Swinging into Action for ‘Paddington The Musical’

How Rose O’Reilly learned and performed ‘Millicent Clyde’ with four hours’ notice.

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