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158 results found in "auditions"
The Industry
Krupa Pattani as 'Sam' and Amit Shah as 'Jas' in 'Mr Bates vs the Post Office'
My Casting Story: Krupa Pattani in ‘Mr. Bates vs the Post Office’

Actress Krupa Pattani on auditioning for ‘Mr. Bates vs the Post Office’, South Asian representation on screen and breaking into voice acting. At the beginning of 2024, ITV released what would become its best new drama series since the Pembrokeshire Murders. The first episode of Mr. Bates vs the Post Office was viewed by 9.2 […]

auditions
interview
spotlight prize
The Industry
Daisy Ridley and Matthew Tuck in 'Cleaner' looking serious using a computer at a desk
My Casting Story: Matthew Tuck in ‘Cleaner’

Matthew Tuck tells us about his audition for the feature film ‘Cleaner’, working with Daisy Ridley and his hopes for other neurodivergent performers in the industry. It’s never too late to become a performer. Matthew Tuck didn’t grow up wanting to become an actor. He didn’t go to drama school. Yet here he is – […]

auditions
casting news
diversity/inclusivity
The Industry
Sebastian Stan as 'Donald Trump' and Jeremy Strong as 'Roy Cohn' on the back seat of a car in 'The Apprentice' film
Casting Director Stephanie Gorin on being BAFTA nominated for ‘The Apprentice’

The casting director of ‘Fargo’, ‘Reacher’ and ‘IT’ tells us about casting the BAFTA-nominated film ‘The Apprentice’ and how she discovers new talent. Canadian casting director Stephanie Gorin has an extensive number of projects to her name. You’ll find productions like Reacher, IT, Miss Saigon, &Juliet and Saw amongst the 200+ projects she’s cast across […]

auditions
awards
casting directors
The Essentials
A woman sitting on the floor cutting out pictures for her vision board
A Performer’s Guide to Getting Organised in 2025

A how-to guide on setting and achieving goals for the year ahead, plus tips and tools to progress your performing career. At the start of a new year, many of us feel a mounting pressure to reinvent, whether through a ‘New Year, New Me’ mindset or by setting unrealistic goals all while fighting against a […]

auditions
soft skills
wellbeing
The Essentials
Rebecca Hall and Dan Stevens as 'Ilene Andrews' and 'Trapper' in 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' standing on a sandy beach in filming location Australia
How to Start Your Acting Career in Australia

How to become an actor in Australia, find auditions and acting jobs, and how UK performers can apply to live in Australia. If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into the spotlight Down Under, you’re in for a treat. Australia’s artistic landscape is as diverse as its geographical landscape. With renowned drama schools, thriving theatre scenes […]

agents
auditions
drama school
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Someone EFT tapping their forehead to reduce anxiety
EFT Tapping: What It Is and How It Can Help Reduce Performance Anxiety

Emotional Freedom Technique, the 30-second anxiety-reducing wellness therapy Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande used at the ‘Wicked’ premiere and how to use it on yourself. With countless interviews, green carpets, awards ceremonies and the global roaring success of Wicked, it’s no wonder Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have been looking for ways to regulate their […]

auditions
mental health
soft skills