Welcome to Spotlight’s event page. Please note that some individual events have specific ticket limits and rules so please read the details on each Eventbrite page carefully. To book your ticket just click on the links below to be taken to the Eventbrite page.
Open House (18yrs +) – Free events for our current members
In Person
New events coming soon!
Online – Via Zoom
Spotlight Zoom: What is Health Assured?
Wednesday, 10th April 2024, 6-6:45pm
During this awareness session, you’ll learn what support is available, how you can access this support, what your journey looks like with the service, what benefits are available via the Wisdom app and more.
What’s New on Spotlight for Performers
Tuesday, 16th April 2024, 6-6:30pm
In this session the team will take you through the exciting new feature releases and functionality you can expect to see coming soon.
Voice Skills for Self-Tapes
Wednesday, 24th April 2024, 6-8:30pm BST
A workshop that provides practical exercises, warm-ups and tips to help actors approach their sides confidently and get the most out of their self-tape with a quick turnaround. The workshop looks at various aspects including nerves, clarity, timing, delivery and accent.
Confidence in Auditions
Thursday, 2nd May 2024, 6-8:15pm BST
Whether in person, online or via self-tape, auditions are the primary method of getting work in our industry; so it’s important to have a technique you can rely on under pressure. In this workshop, we’ll look at how to develop self-belief, how to conduct yourself in the audition room and strategies for self-tape success. The secret of any successful audition is the preparation you do on the material and your mindset beforehand. This will underpin all the work we do in this fun, interactive session.
Accent Toolkit: How to Break Down an Accent
Tuesday, 21st May 2024, 6-8pm BST
This introductory workshop looks at the parts of breaking down an accent, giving you the skills to start learning new accents when that last-minute audition comes in.
An Introductions to Corporate Role Play
Thursday, 30th May 2024, 6-8pm BST
This session will act as an introduction for actors into the world of corporate role-play. I will share how the industry works, how to do corporate role play, and how to give evidence-based feedback.
The Wellbeing Series (18yrs +)
Our well-being programme is designed to empower and support you to navigate the mental challenges of the acting profession and the uncertain times that we’re living through. These events are currently all online and run via Zoom.
What is BAPAM? Wednesday May 1st 6 – 7pm BST
During this session, we will hear from BAPAM’s (British Association for Performing Arts Medicine) CEO and Training Manager about the services they offer for performers. BAPAM are clinical specialists, delivering expert health and wellbeing services for those working in the performing arts. The breadth of health challenges that may be encountered throughout performing arts careers can range from mental health, musculoskeletal, vocal health and hearing concerns, while common issues such as eyesight and dental health can cause specific problems when performing. BAPAM connects those working and studying in the performing arts with clinical specialists in these fields, and more. We ensure they receive the best possible information and training to prevent poor health as well as care when things go wrong, to support healthy careers and aid recovery from illness or injury.
Confidence in Auditions with EFT Tapping Tuesday 14th May 6 – 7:30pm BST
This workshop will centre around EFT – which stands for Emotional Freedom Technique – also known as tapping: a rapid transformational technique, rooted in neuroscience, modern psychology, and the Chinese medicine meridian system. Using this technique Samantha has helped countless creatives in the Film & TV industry over the years, from actors to casting directors, directors, and agents find more peace, and happiness, reduce their stress and anxiety and manifest their desires with more ease.
Spotlight Boost (18yrs +) – Paid Events
Take a look at our upcoming Boost Events here.
Free Workshops and Webinars for Parents, Guardians and Young Performer members – complimentary events for our current members
Welcome to Spotlight: Profile and Industry Insight session for Young Performer members
Wednesday 24th April 2024, 5-6pm
We’ll share top tips on how to make the most of your membership, ensure your profile is as visible as possible and give you the chance to put faces to names and say hello. It’s a great opportunity to ask us any questions you might have about the industry, watch a bite-size demo of the site, and also meet other members of Spotlight who have recently come on board. So, feel free to grab a cuppa and join us!
All you need to know about Young Performer Headshots with Robin Savage
Wednesday 8th May 2024, 5-6:15pm
A session for Young Performers and their parents/guardians that will give you everything you need to know about headshots – how to choose a photographer, how to prepare for a session, what happens during the session and how to choose your photographs. It’ll also teach you industry standards and norms, so you’ll be fully equipped to get your child a striking set of headshots!
Welcome to Spotlight: Profile and Industry Insight session for Young Performer members
Thursday 30th May 2024, 10:30-11:30am
We’ll share top tips on how to make the most of your membership, ensure your profile is as visible as possible and give you the chance to put faces to names and say hello. It’s a great opportunity to ask us any questions you might have about the industry, watch a bite-size demo of the site, and also meet other members of Spotlight who have recently come on board. So, feel free to grab a cuppa and join us!