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The Spotlight Conference Announced

Find out what The Spotlight Conference is and how Spotlight members can apply for free tickets to attend. We’re thrilled to announce the first Spotlight Conference – a brand new event bringing together performers, agents and casting professionals to discuss the state of the performing arts industry. What is The Spotlight Conference? The Spotlight Conference […]

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Spotlight
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Spotlight Wins Landmark High Court Ruling

Spotlight today received a decisive ruling in the High Court, with a judgment delivered in its favour in the case of Equity & others vs Talent Systems Europe Ltd t/a Spotlight. The ruling, handed down by Her Honourable, Justice Howells, reaffirms Spotlight’s position as a directory service and software provider used by performers for their […]

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What’s Filming in the UK and Ireland in September 2025

Get ready for a blockbuster September as new productions like Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ and Marvel’s latest ‘Spider-Man’ film across the UK and Ireland. The summer holidays may be ending, but the film and television industry is just warming up. From brand-new superhero spectacles to a star-studded period drama and a fresh take on a classic […]

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The Industry
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What’s Filming in the UK and Ireland in August 2025

An exciting lineup of film and television productions currently shooting in the UK and Ireland this summer.  From classic literary adaptations to highly anticipated sequels and original dramas, this summer sees some of the industry’s biggest names and rising stars coming together across renowned studios and iconic locations in the UK and Ireland.  Whether you’re […]

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The Industry
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How Brexit is Impacting UK Performers

Share your experiences of working in the EU as an actor to demonstrate why a simplified visa process is vital for UK performers. For UK performers, the post-Brexit landscape has introduced a host of new challenges when working in the European Union. Performers face complex and often confusing visa requirements that vary from country to […]

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