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Young Performers
Kyrelle Lammy receiving an award on stage at the Black British Theatre Awards 2023
Succeeding as a Young Performer

Young actor Kyrelle Lammy on dealing with nerves, learning lines, and winning twice at the Black British Theatre Awards. At the Black British Theatre Awards 2023, we had the chance to talk to young performer Kyrelle Lammy, who took home the Disability Champion Award (sponsored by Spotlight) and the Best Supporting Male Actor Award for […]

awards
diversity/inclusivity
interview
The Industry
Aaron Hodgetts performing on stage at the Spotlight Prize 2022
Aaron Hodgetts: From Guildford School of Acting to ‘Game of Thrones’ Prequel

2022’s Spotlight Prize winner tells us about their drama school journey, auditioning for ‘House of the Dragon’, and their experience as a non-binary performer. Before graduating in 2022, Aaron Hodgetts (They/Them) was nominated by their drama school, Guildford School of Acting, for the Spotlight Prize 2022. Previous nominees include Jodie Whittaker, Gwendoline Christie and Ben […]

auditions
drama school
graduates
The Essentials
How to Deal with Nerves

Advice from performers on how to overcome your nerves when acting on stage or during an audition. Being nervous is a part of every performer’s life. Whether it’s in our new studios waiting for your audition, on stage, or the moment before a director yells, “Action!” we’ve all experienced it – from award-winning, experienced actors […]

auditions
interview
mental health
The Industry
Karl Queensborough as Alexander Hamilton at the Victoria Palace Theatre
My Casting Story: Karl Queensborough in ‘Hamilton’ on the West End

Karl Queensborough talks about playing the lead in ‘Hamilton’ and shares advice for aspiring West End actors.

auditions
casting news
interview
The Industry
How to Get Started in Puppetry

Top tips for actors wanting to get started in puppetry and what happens in a casting.

auditions
interview
puppetry
The Industry
Amy McCallum in 'Outlander'
My Casting Story: Joanne Thomson in ‘Outlander’

Scottish actor, writer and director Joanne Thomson tells us about her journey into acting and getting a role in historical drama ‘Outlander’ Joanne Thomson is a varied creative known for showcasing her talent on stage and screen, including in the BAFTA award-winning film, The Suffragettes, she has also written and will co-direct her short film […]

casting news
interview
television
The Essentials
Papers and pages and parcels spread on a table
Sean McGinley’s Tips for Learning Scripts

Advice from the ‘Braveheart’ actor on how to start your acting career and learn a script Donegal-born actor Sean McGinley has had a career that spans decades and roles in countless well-known productions, including Braveheart, Gangs of New York, Shetland, The Alienist, and, most recently, the independent film Wait for Me. We had the chance […]

interview
ireland
soft skills
The Essentials
Actors and casting directors talking at the Spotlight Prize 2023
Working with Casting Directors

The role of a casting director and why actors need to build relationships with them.

casting directors
interview
networking
The Industry
Cinematographer Nicholas Matthews working on 'Saw X'
Behind the Scenes of ‘Saw X’ with Cinematographer Nicholas Matthews

Cinematographer Nicholas Matthews on working on ‘Saw X’, getting into cinematography, and how lighting and colours enhance the horror of film scenes Nicholas Matthews is a highly skilled cinematographer based in Los Angeles, with an impressive portfolio under his belt. He has lent his artistic vision to a number of films and music videos, and […]

creativity
film
interview
The Industry
Posters advertising musicals including 'Kinky Boots'
Performing Musical Theatre with Matt Henry

‘Kinky Boots’ star Matt Henry, MBE, on his journey to the West End stage and what skills you need to succeed in musical theatre Matt Henry is an award-winning actor and singer, best known for playing ‘Lola’ in the West End musical Kinky Boots. He won both a WhatsOnStage and Olivier Award for ‘Best Actor […]

auditions
interview
musical theatre