News & Advice
Spotlight Prize winner Alyssa reflects on her acting journey and shares insights and advice for drama school graduates. Since winning the Stage Award at the Spotlight Prize 2024 for her performance of Many Moons, Alyssa has quickly become one to watch in the world of theatre. But her journey from an enthusiastic young performer to […]
Senam Akpokavi talks about his acting career since winning the Spotlight Prize in 2024, including landing a regular role in a BBC series and adapting to life after drama school. In 2024, Senam Akpokavi’s excellent performance of For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy saw him win the Screen […]
Esther Morgan, the founder of The Drama MOB, explains the necessity of grassroots training, her school and coaching ‘Adolescence’ star Owen Cooper. Based in Manchester, The Drama MOB is one of the North West’s leading drama schools and casting agencies. Founded by Esther Morgan and Tina O’Brien, The Drama MOB offers high-quality training for children […]
From searching for performers to making connections, industry professionals shed some light on how they use Spotlight. If you’re a performer, you’re probably aware of how Spotlight can be used to promote your acting career. Your Spotlight profile is the perfect place to display all the useful information that will make casting directors want to […]
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 […]
Performer Laura Dawkes on playing ‘Anna’ in Disney’s ‘Frozen the Musical’, going straight from drama school to the West End, and the process of recording the show for Disney+. Laura Dawkes has had an exceptional start to her career. Within weeks of graduating from Emil Dale Academy, she was cast in the lead role of […]
