Spotlight Ready: Insider Advice from the Industry
Unlock Spotlight’s top tips, tools, and behind-the-scenes insights — all in one powerful playlist. Whether you’re just starting out or getting ready to join Spotlight, this series features expert guidance from professional agents, casting directors, and experienced performers working in the industry.
From finding the right agent to perfecting your self-tape, each lesson is crafted to help young performers (and their families) feel confident, prepared, and fully Spotlight ready.
Lessons
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Lesson 1
David Flynn: The Spotlight Partnership
An introduction to the Spotlight x Audition Ready collaboration, and how it supports young performers on their journey
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Lesson 2
Mel Brown & Jonna Hagglund: All About Spotlight
Everything young performers and families need to know about joining and thriving on Spotlight.
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Lesson 3
Mel Brown & Jonna Hagglund: Tagmin & Self-Tape Services
Learn how to use Spotlight’s tools like Tagmin and the self-tape service to stay audition-ready.
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Lesson 4
Albie & Kyle: A Walk Through of Spotlight's Casting Studios
Agent and young performer walk through the Spotlight journey together, sharing advice from both sides.
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Lesson 5
Warren Bacci with Bonnie Lia: What Does an Agent Do?
Leading agents explain how to find the right representation and build a great working relationship.
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Lesson 6
Sarah De Souza: Preparing for Your Musical Theatre Audition
Casting insights on preparing for stage auditions from a top West End casting director.
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Lesson 7
Sarah De Souza: After Your Musical Theatre Audition
What happens after the audition? Sarah explains the next steps and how to stay ready.
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Lesson 8
Gemma Hancock: Screen vs. Musical Theatre Auditions
Casting director Gemma Hancock shares the key differences between screen and musical theatre auditions, along with insider tips from her years of professional experience.
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Lesson 9
Gemma Hancock: In the Casting Room
Understand what happens in a casting room and how to feel prepared from the moment you walk in.
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Lesson 10
Kyle Tovey: Warming Up for Screen Castings
Physical and vocal warm-ups to help performers feel ready and focused before an audition.
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Lesson 11
Emma Sylvester: Idents
Learn how to deliver a confident and professional ident for your self-tape.
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Lesson 12
Bonnie Lia: Chaperones & Licensing
Understand the legal and safety side of performing — from chaperones to licences.