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Casting director Shaheen Baig
Inside the Casting Room with Shaheen Baig
Shaheen Baig on spotting raw talent, defying typecasting and the unique craft of casting
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casting directors
interview
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Spotlight
Sean Connery as 'James Bond' and Luciana Paluzzi as 'Fiona Volpe' in Thunderball
From Connery to Craig: James Bond in the Spotlight Archives

As the 007 search begins, we visit the Spotlight archives to see the actors who brought Bond to life.

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casting news
film
The Industry
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Meet the 2026 Spotlight Prize Finalists

We’re thrilled to reveal the 40 talented performers selected for the 2026 Spotlight Prize.

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graduates
news
spotlight prize
The Industry
Cannes International Film Festival (FIF), the Palais des Festivals
Make the Most of Cannes and A-List Film Festivals

Unlock opportunities at Cannes and other A-list film festivals with these top tips from filmmaker Carla B. Guttmann.

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festivals
film
networking
The Industry
Actors stood together posing for a picture at DABB
DABB: Opening Doors for Global Majority Performers

Find out about DABB, their impactful Generals Day and apply for the 2026 showcase.

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diversity/inclusivity
starting out
The Industry
Hannah Dodd as ‘Francesca’ and Masali Baduza as ‘Michaela Stirling’ in Netflix's 'Bridgerton'
What’s Filming in the UK and Ireland this May

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 […]

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Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Woman giving herself a neck massage as part of a vocal warm-up
Vocal Rescue Tips for Performers

Essential vocal troubleshooting tips for performers when a lesson isn’t an option. Most of us have been in this situation: you have a last-minute singing audition, your voice isn’t doing what it needs to do, and you don’t have the time and/or money for a lesson to resolve it. It’s a frustrating predicament. To make […]

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voice
wellbeing