Tag: theatre
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Theatre Recommendations From Theatre Professionals
The winners and nominees of the Off-West End Awards 2025 share the best shows they’ve seen at the theatre this year. Thanks to all the talented performers in the UK and Ireland, there’s never a shortage of brilliant stage productions to see and enjoy. From theatre to musical theatre, on stages in the West End,…
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My Casting Story: Ros Watt in ‘Macbeth’ at the Donmar Warehouse
Actor Ros Watt discusses how they approached performing as ‘Malcolm’ in a modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth alongside David Tennant and Cush Jumbo. Ros Watt is a Scottish trans masculine actor (pronouns they/he), who is best known for their recent performance in the Donmar Warehouse’s production of Macbeth, directed by Max Webster. The production starred…
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Olivier Awards 2025: Full Winners List
Fiddler on the Roof, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Giant are the big winners at the Olivier Awards 2025, each winning three awards. The ceremony, hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter, was held at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 6 April and featured several live performances from shows, including a special…
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Bringing ‘If/Then’ to the West End as a Musical Concert
Kerry Ellis, Tom Kitt, Adam Blanshay and Jordan Langford share their experience of bringing ‘If/Then’ to the Savoy Theatre as a staged concert. In February, we offered Spotlight members the chance to book special discounted tickets to Broadway sensation If/Then in concert during its limited run at the Savoy Theatre. Members who joined us at…
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Working on Theatre Tours with Actor Nikhita Lesler
Actor Nikhita Lesler discusses her recent role as ‘Lizzie’ in ‘Eng-Er-Land’, playing ‘Lady Worcester’ in Netflix’s ‘Blood, Sex and Royalty’ and ‘Poppy’ in the West End tour of ‘Noises Off’. Travelling to different locations and performing for a variety of audiences, while bonding with your supporting cast and crew, are some of the reasons why…
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An Actor’s Beginner Guide to Performing Shakespeare
Tips for Shakespearean acting from breaking down Shakespeare’s verse to acting techniques. For over 400 years, Shakespeare’s plays have allowed actors the opportunity to play out the greatest heights of tragedy and explore the joy of outlandish comedy. One of his most popular plays, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, has been staged over 118 times. Others,…
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My Casting Story: Jeevan Braich in ‘Starlight Express’
It’s full steam ahead with Jeevan Braich as he shares his insights on playing ‘Rusty’ in ‘Starlight Express’ and his win at the WhatsOnStage Awards 2025. After more than 20 years, Starlight Express has returned to London for its latest revival with new songs, award-winning costumes, a specially designed auditorium in Wembley and a fresh…
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The Spotlight Podcast: The Impact of Performer Injury with Tome Levi
Injury prevention consultant, Tome Levi, joins us to discuss the findings of her report that looks at the impact on performers and productions when an injury is sustained at work. In this episode we’re joined by injury prevention consultant, Tome Levi, to talk about the stark findings revealed in the Impact of Injury report. The…
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The Winners of the Off-West End Awards 2025
Davina de Campo presents a night of celebration and recognition for shows and creative teams working at venues outside of London’s West End. The winners of the 15th Off-West End Awards (‘Offies’) have been announced at a spectacular ceremony held in Central Hall Westminster. The Offies are vital for recognising the shows and creative teams…
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How to Prepare for a Stage Performance
Top tips on how to prepare for a role on the stage, analyse a script and perform for a live audience. The theatre is a space that surges with energy that can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Acting for the stage requires a different approach than film or television and it isn’t necessarily about making…