Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall

We all know that The North is a powerhouse of talent.  But to keep that engine running, we need more than just great artists, we need a connected, proactive, and heard agent community.

Spotlight invites you to Agents of the North, a townhall event designed to move the needle. This isn’t a space for airing grievances; it’s a boardroom for ideas and solutions. We’re gathering the region’s key players & problem solvers to temperature-check the industry, discuss the evolving needs of your rosters, and most importantly, build a collective roadmap for growth.

We’ll be sharing exclusive updates on Project M62, our dedicated initiative to cement the M62 corridor as a primary talent hub and bring more high-calibre castings directly to the North. You’ll also get a first look at our plans for the Spotlight Conference later this year.

Join us in Manchester to help shape a more collaborative future for Northern talent. Let’s utilise our shored knowledge and resources to build a stronger ecosystem that supports and sustains actors' careers for the long haul.

Info: Opening remarks from Spotlight and the goal of the session.

Info: A moderated "Temperature Check." How are artists faring? What are the current hurdles in Northern representation?

Info: Presentation: Strategies to increase regional castings and a preview of the November Conference

Info: Open floor (facilitated). Small group brainstorms on solving specific industry issues identified in Part 1 and summarising actionable takeaways and next steps.

Info: Drinks and Networking in the Fab Studios bar.

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