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‘Supacell’ intimacy coordinator Joshua Okpala discusses his training, working on popular shows like ‘Topboy’, ‘Spent’ and ‘EastEnders’, and his unique insight for performers working on intimate scenes. Joshua Okpala is a certified intimacy coordinator and a trained actor. There’s a very good chance that you’ve seen some of the popular television shows and films he […]
Why diversity is important in the entertainment industry, and more information about M·A·C Cosmetics’ collaboration with Spotlight and the Diverse Squad. In this episode of The Spotlight Podcast, we speak to agents Mildred Yuan and Sara Sehdev (Core MGMT), who are also members of the Diverse Squad, about the work the Diverse Squad is doing […]
More details about the new features launched by Spotlight as part of our partnership with M·A·C and the PMA Diverse Squad. Published: 13 June 2024 On 6 October 2023, Spotlight entered into a partnership with M·A·C Cosmetics, the world’s leading professional make-up brand, and the Personal Managers’ Association (PMA) Diverse Squad to launch the Inclusive […]
Announcing our new partnership with Triple ‘A’ Performer and the launch of the Studio Access Pack for Neurodivergent performers. Attending an audition can be a daunting experience for any actor, but especially for neurodivergent performers. Their access needs aren’t always thought about in the casting process. Not knowing things like the lightness of the room […]
Young performer Noah Matthews Matofsky on playing ‘Slightly’ in Disney’s ‘Peter Pan & Wendy’ and how his mum and agent have supported him on his journey. Spotlight member Noah Matthews Matofsky accomplished every young performer’s dream when he was cast in a Disney film. Disney’s Peter Pan & Wendy, a live-action adaptation of the classic […]
The triumphs and challenges of working as a deaf actor, and the importance of deaf representation in the performing arts. My name is Nadia Nadarajah, and I have over 16 years of acting experience in theatre, American TV series, short films and a mockumentary. I’m a fully deaf BSL user and I very rarely use […]