Tag: interview
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‘The Uprising’ of Woody Norman
Woody Norman discusses playing King Richard II in Paul Greengrass’ ‘The Uprising’
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Rose O’Reilly Swinging into Action for ‘Paddington The Musical’
How Rose O’Reilly learned and performed ‘Millicent Clyde’ with four hours’ notice.
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Inside the National Theatre Casting Room with Alastair Coomer
Get an insider’s look into how casting works at the industry’s biggest theatre institution
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My Casting Story: Rob Madge in ‘My Son’s a Queer’
Performer Rob Madge talks to Spotlight about creating their hit show, social media and panto.
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How to Get Auditions Without an Agent
Top casting directors share their best advice for self-represented actors to get noticed
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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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Alistair Nwachukwu: From Man of the Match to A Friend of Dorothy
From professional football to the Oscars, Alistair Nwachukwu discusses his remarkable journey.
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Film, TV and Podcast Recommendations from The Spotlight Prize Finalists
From the latest films to groundbreaking television series, discover the shows and sounds inspiring the next generation of actors. For an actor, watching film, television and performance art isn’t just entertainment – it’s a vital form of creative research and a way to fuel the imagination. From the gritty realism of modern war dramas to…
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How Casting Has Changed
Top casting directors discuss how they’ve seen the casting process evolve over the years, from in-person auditions to self-tapes. The path to the audition room has transformed over the last decade. What was once a world of physical headshots and in-person sessions has shifted into a more digital landscape of self-tapes and global reach. While…
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Billy Barratt: From Emmy Breakout to ITV’s ‘Gone’ and ‘The Chaperones’
Billy Barratt discusses his latest roles in ITV’s ‘Gone’ and ‘The Chaperones’ and how he’s evolved five years after his historic Emmy win. The last time Spotlight sat down with Billy Barratt, he was a 13-year-old making history as the youngest-ever winner of an International Emmy. His haunting performance as ‘Ray’ in Responsible Child had…