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Discover the UK and Ireland’s 2026 Stars of Tomorrow acting and filmmaking talent.
We explore why a simplified visa process is vital for UK performers when working in the EU post-Brexit. Updated: 16 July 2026 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 country, […]
An actor’s guide to what’s currently filming across the UK and Ireland with locations, crew and production info.
We’re thrilled to reveal the 40 talented performers selected for the 2026 Spotlight Prize.
From ‘Elden Ring’ to ‘Bridgerton’, here’s a guide to the major productions filming across the Isles in May 2026. Blockbuster season is here! We’re spoilt for choice in both cinemas and on home entertainment. The musical biopic Michael is now in cinemas, Star Wars is back on the big screen with The Mandalorian and Grogu […]
From ‘Wednesday’ (Season 3) to Guy Ritchie’s latest film, take a look at the productions filming across the UK and Ireland in April. Now that awards season is behind us, we look forward to what the rest of the year has in store. Blockbuster season is right around the corner and there’s a huge variety […]