young performers

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The Industry
Woody Norman as 'King Richard II' in The Uprising
‘The Uprising’ of Woody Norman

Woody Norman discusses playing King Richard II in Paul Greengrass’ ‘The Uprising’

interview
young performers
Young Performers
A Parent’s Guide to Audio and Voiceover Work

Everything parents need to know about voice over work for young performers.

voice
voice acting
voice work
Young Performers
Children with scripts in their hands, rehearsing at drama club with a teacher.
A Parent’s Guide to Access Riders for Child Performers

How to use Access Riders to support young performers in auditions, on set and stage

accessibility
diversity/inclusivity
young performers
The Industry
Billy Barratt in ITV and STV's 'Gone'
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 […]

film
interview
television
Young Performers
Young performer looking at a clapperboard
From First Steps to First Roles

Spotlight now welcomes performers from 6+ months, providing a secure, professional path for industry children. Your child’s journey into the industry is a milestone-filled adventure and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. We are thrilled to invite babies and toddlers (from six months old) to join Spotlight, making it easier than […]

headshots
membership
parents
Young Performers
Audrina Miranda and body double Amber Joshi pointing at each other on the set of 'Jurassic World: Rebirth'
Body Doubling for ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’

A young actor and a parent chaperone reveal the unique and often challenging realities of body doubling on a blockbuster film like ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’. Working on a blockbuster film like Jurassic World: Rebirth is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for most people, especially a young actor. But this is exactly what Amber Joshi got to do […]

auditions
film
interview
The Industry
Young actors performing on stage in 'Matilda the Musical'
UK Child Performer Safety: Our Call for Urgent Reform

Find out how Spotlight and the AYPA are demanding an urgent government review to establish uniform, safer protections for the UK’s child performers. It’s time we properly acknowledged the vital contribution of young performers to the UK’s creative industries. Despite their essential talent, the current regulations leave these performers vulnerable, lacking crucial financial and safeguarding […]

finances/legal
parents
young performers
The Industry
Owen Cooper as 'Jamie Miller' in 'Adolescence'
Stars of Tomorrow: Owen Cooper

Emmy winner and star of ‘Adolescence’ Owen Cooper discusses his acting journey from The Drama MOB to being recognised as a ‘Star of Tomorrow’. Owen Cooper is the young actor everyone’s talking about in the film and television world. He captivated audiences globally with his debut role as ‘Jamie Miller’ in the Netflix miniseries Adolescence. […]

interview
television
video
Young Performers
Young actors having fun during a workshop
Spotlight Partners with Audition Ready to Help Young Performers

Spotlight and Audition Ready partner to boost young performers’ audition confidence.

auditions
news
spotlight
Training
Owen Cooper as 'Jamie' in Adolescence
Shaping Young Stars with The Drama MOB

Esther Morgan, the founder of The Drama MOB, explains the necessity of grassroots training, her school and coaching Emmy Award-winning ‘Adolescence’ star Owen Cooper. Based in Manchester, The Drama MOB is one of the North West’s leading drama schools and casting agencies. Founded by Esther Morgan and Tina O’Brien, The Drama MOB offers high-quality training […]

agents
drama school
manchester