Tag: acting
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Celebrate World Book Day with Eight Essential Reads for Actors
Enhance your craft and find inspiration with these must-read titles for performers. To celebrate World Book Day, we teamed up with the renowned performing arts publishers Nick Hern Books to curate this reading list for performers. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your physical skills, dive into the psyche of a character, or find your next…
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Karen Dunbar: From ‘Chewin’ the Fat’ to ‘Still Wakes the Deep’ BAFTA Win
We talk to Karen Dunbar about her recent BAFTA win for her video gaming debut and the 30+ year performing career that took her to that moment. Interview Summary: Karen Dunbar discusses her career from hosting pub karaoke, working on comedy shows like Chewin’ the Fat, playing three roles in Phyllida Lloyd’s all-female Shakespeare trilogy…
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How to Stay Motivated As An Actor Between Roles
Aaron Hodgetts’ advice on staying connected to your craft and identity during work lulls and personal struggles.
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Get Paid for Overseas Work with BECS
How BECS helps performers get paid for film and TV work shown overseas.
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How Your Specialised Skills Can Make You Stand Out as an Actor
From horseback riding to improv, we share the special skills that actors can add to their Spotlight profile to show versatility and help casting directors find them for their next project. We all know a killer headshot, credits and a showreel are integral for getting work, but the special skills section of your acting CV…
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How to Become a Freelance Teacher in the Arts
Looking for a side job? Start teaching drama, dance or singing with these helpful tips.
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The Winner and Finalists for the ‘Into the Spotlight’ Identity Competition
It’s time to reveal the winner and finalists for the latest ‘Into the Spotlight’ competition! This time, the theme for our ‘Into the Spotlight’ competition was ‘Identity’, and we couldn’t wait to see how you interpreted this through your entries. The Spotlight team received and watched all your entries and after many tough decisions, we…
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Acting with Multiple Sclerosis
‘Silent Witness’ and ‘Luther’ actress Maria Miles shares her experience of acting with Multiple Sclerosis. When I was 16, I knew I wanted to be an actress, but achieving my dream wasn’t so simple. I was 18 when my Multiple Sclerosis (MS) began. Mountview Drama School wanted me, so that’s where I studied for three…
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Choosing a Part-Time Acting Class
How to Choose the Best Part-Time Acting Course in the UK. Whether you’d like to get a taste for acting, train to be a professional, or upskill while working as a professional actor, part-time acting courses have much to offer. They can help you secure a place on a competitive BA (Hons) Acting course or…
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Should Your Acting Side Hustle Be in a Theatre?
The pros and cons of working in a theatre as your acting side hustle.