Tag: musical theatre
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Full List of Artios Awards Nominations 2025
All the nominees for the 40th Artios Awards have now been revealed by the Casting Society, including Gladiator II, Conclave, Challengers and Emilia Pérez. The Casting Society have now announced the full list of nominees for the Artios Awards 2025. The awards recognise the contributions of casting directors to all the excellent films, television series…
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West End Performer Meesha Turner on Approaching Pantomime
West End performer Meesha Turner discusses her recent role in Stranger Things: The First Shadow, her debut in Six the Musical and working in pantomime for the first time. As Christmas fast approaches, theatres across the UK are preparing for the great British tradition of pantomime. A flamboyant panto dame, a good baddie, innuendos and…
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The Role That Changed My Career
Five performers tell us about the roles and people who made their careers. Every role an actor plays gives them the opportunity to showcase their skills and make their mark on the industry, but some roles are so well-received, so pivotal, that they can catapult your career to new heights and audiences. At the CDG…
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The Benefits of Regional Theatre
We shine the spotlight on regional theatres across the UK and Ireland and showcase why they’re important to local communities and performers. For many performers, a role in a smash-hit musical or a prestigious play in a West End theatre is the ultimate dream. It’s no secret that London is the heart of the theatre…
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Starring in ‘Sunset Boulevard’ with Tom Francis
The ‘Sunset Boulevard’ actor shares a speedy breakdown of the audition process and his preparation for the award-winning show. Sunset Boulevard at the Savoy Theatre was the stand-out success at the Olivier Awards 2024. The show took home seven well-deserved wins, with one of them going to Tom Francis for ‘Best Actor in a Musical’…
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How to Keep Fit as an Actor
Why fitness is important in acting and tips for actors to keep fit and increase their energy. An acting career is incredibly tiring and physically demanding. With all the preparatory work that a performing job requires – from learning lines to character analysis – actors often forget how physically exhausting the rehearsal process can be, not…
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What You Need to Know About Acting on a Cruise Ship
Everything you need to be aware of before you set sail as a cruise ship performer, including contract details, how you’ll be taxed and life on board. Cruise performer jobs are a great way to see the world, meet new people and do what you love – all while getting paid. However, it’s a unique…
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The History of the Spotlight Prize
A look back at past Spotlight Prize winners and nominees, and how the Rodney Millington Award evolved into the celebration of talent we continue to host today. Not many companies can boast about having the history and reputation for quality that Spotlight has, and normally we’re modest to a fault about our prestigious past. But…
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My Casting Story: Lee Mead’s ‘Sister Act’
Lee Mead shares his acting experience, from ‘Joseph’ to jumping into his new ‘Sister Act’ role, plus his vocal care tips. As a nation, we first got to know Lee Mead through the TV show phenomenon Any Dream Will Do, which saw Andrew Lloyd Webber searching for the perfect actor to play ‘Joseph’ in Joseph…
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Stage Shows Touring the UK in Spring and Summer 2024
10 fantastic shows touring the UK and Ireland this spring and summer that you won’t want to miss. Spring has finally sprung, and with it, a new theatre season has begun. We’re all looking forward to seeing some old favourites and brand-new productions in our regional theatres across the UK. From exciting new musicals to…