News & Advice

Get the insider knowledge and audition tips you need to navigate your acting career. The Spotlight News & Advice hub offers the latest industry news, practical advice on the business of performing, wellbeing articles, and exclusive interviews with top casting directors.

Spotlight Forum 2026

Spotlight Forum is heading to Leeds! Check out the programme of events and how to get tickets

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Sekou Diaby in Animol. Image Credit: © Sky UK

Spotlight On: Sekou Diaby from ‘Boarders’ to ‘Animol’

Sekou Diaby discusses breakthrough roles in Boarders and Ashley Walters’ Animol.

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What I Learned From Working on Netflix’s ‘The Diplomat’

British South Asian actor Karen Johal on co-starring in Netflix’s The Diplomat.

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What Happens to the Disabled Artist Who Can’t Summon Sky?

Renu Arora on DWP cuts, fighting to perform and what keeps disabled actors off the stage.

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My Casting Story: Jake Bailey as ‘Ozzie’ in ‘Ted Lasso’

Inside Jake Bailey’s audition process and journey to ‘Ozzie’ in Ted Lasso Season 4.

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The Actor’s Stage Guide for Autumn 2026

Discover the latest shows across the UK and Ireland this autumn.

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What’s Filming in the UK and Ireland – October 2026

Explore major UK and Ireland film and TV shoots, locations and casting teams.