The Spotlight Conference
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Shaping the future of talent discovery
The Spotlight Conference is the first of its kind, bringing together performers, agents and casting professionals to discuss the state of the performing arts industry.
This is an opportunity for our community to come together for an open and honest discussion. We’ll cover the challenges and opportunities presented by new technologies and cultural shifts, addressing these urgent issues by sharing our unique perspectives.
Event Information
The Spotlight Conference 2025 tackles the future of talent discovery, honouring industry legends Debbie McWilliams (James Bond), Shaheen Baig (Adolescence) and Ben Frow (Paramount). Key themes include balancing AI with the human element in casting, protecting DEI progress, and managing artists’ digital footprints.
Sessions offer insights on commercial/theatre casting, financial sustainability for performers, and navigating government policy to foster a resilient, equitable industry.
Can’t attend in person? Join online events in October or livestream select conference sessions. More details will follow.
Spotlight Conference Address
The Spotlight Conference takes place on Tuesday 21st October at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, 62-64 Gower St, London WC1E 6ED. Located in the heart of the West End, the historic, well-located venue is a 5-minute walk from Goodge Street tube station (Northern) and a 13-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road tube station (Central, Northern and Elizabeth Line).
If you require the use of designated mobility and wheelchair seating areas, please contact Spotlight Help Centre and reference ‘The Spotlight Conference’ in your message.
News & Advice
Congratulations to Scot Greenan and Polly Graves who have won The Spotlight Prize 2025. We’re delighted to announce that Scot Greenan of Royal Conservatoire of Scotland has won the Stage Award and Polly Graves of University of Central Lancashire has won the Screen Award at The Spotlight Prize 2025. Our expert panel of judges […]
ATG Entertainment joins The Spotlight Prize 2025 as headline sponsor and we introduce this year’s esteemed panel of judges. We’re thrilled to announce that ATG Entertainment is joining The Spotlight Prize as our exclusive headline sponsor. ATG will be supporting the event that sees 19 drama school and university graduates from the UK and Ireland […]
Check out our Spotlight Prize gallery of past winners and highly commended finalists listed by year. The first ever Spotlight Prize (or the Millington Award, as it was originally known) was held in 1954. The inaugural award was won by the late Jeremy Brett – best known for his iconic portrayal of ‘Sherlock Holmes’ in […]
