Tag: mental health
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Am I Enough? Dealing with Self-doubt
As performers, it’s easy to doubt ourselves and question if we’re enough but forming new habits and thought patterns can help us recognise our self-worth. When you relieve yourself from the expectations and pressures of acting, enjoyment can become the focus once more When you begin your career as an actor, the highs and lows…
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Supporting Your Mental Health and Wellbeing
A curated list of links and resources to support performers’ mental health and wellbeing. Our members are at the heart of everything we do and we continue to be inspired by the passion, innovation and resilience of our industry. We are all in this together and we’re here to support you. Wellbeing in the Arts…
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Putting the Spotlight on Mental Health
Raffaella Covino, actress and Founder and Director of triple award-winning organisation Applause for thought, talks about mental health awareness, support and training as a mental health first aider. Mental health should be at the forefront as we navigate our way out of the turbulent waters of 2020 Back in December 2017, after four years working…
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The Actor’s Sandpit: Knowing What’s In Our Control
Performer and coach Tahlia Norrish talks about taking ownership of what’s in our power as actors, letting go of the things we have no control over, and knowing the difference between the two. Imagine how much more progress we could make if we stopped giving energy to anything and everything outside of our control. Last…
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Spotlight’s Best Advice: 2019 in Review
Enjoy a recap of Spotlight’s acting industry advice from the past year. With the festive season in full swing and 2020 beckoning us ever closer, we’re taking some much-needed time out to reflect on all the great content we’ve published on Spotlight this year. We aim to bring you the best advice from industry experts…
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How to Handle Stress on a Film Set
A film set can be a stressful place to work. Writer and performer Kit Pascoe offers practical tips and advice to help ease the pressure. You are not alone if you’re stressed or suffering An actor’s life is so uncertain it makes Brexit seem predictable. We spend so much time training, auditioning and crossing our…
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Six Tips for Keeping Your Cool During Tech Rehearsal Week
Necessary though it is, tech rehearsal week has accrued a somewhat intimidating reputation. It’s an important part of the process – but how can you make it less gruelling? Tom Baker offers his top tips for keeping your cool during tech week. Being part of a theatre production is a magical thing. A group collaborate to…
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Network is Important, Community is Essential
Feeling part of something is key for everyone but what if you work in one of the most competitive industries in the world? How do you work towards and finally feel like you really belong? Actor Katherine Kerman shares her story and advice. As a London-based American actor, I know a thing or two about…
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How to Navigate Being the Only Creative in Your Family
Acting and performing can be a lonely career path. If you are also the only creative in your family, how do you discuss your craft with family members? Abiola Ogunbiyi provides some sage advice. As the only performer or arts professional in your family, gatherings and get-togethers can feel like an endless wait in the…
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Parting with a Part: How to de-role
Tips for taking care of your mental health when playing intense parts and how to let go of a role and wind down As actors, we spend years learning how to become different people, but how do you leave a character behind when a show is over? Exploring the dark side of humanity is an actor’s…