You Don't Have to Move To London To Be an Actor!

You don’t have to move to London to be an Actor!

A question that frequently comes up among actors, regardless of their career stage, is whether relocating to London is a necessity.

In short, the answer is no.

The famous phrase “Don’t come to LA unless you’re invited,” could quite easily be exchanged for London.

Of course, there's something adventurous and compelling about tossing a bag on your back and heading to the capital, as I did. However, being a regional actor offers distinct advantages that shouldn't be overlooked.

💰The Economics

Dispensing with the obvious, the rent is cheaper, the people are nicer and there are more Greggs per square mile; at its core, living outside of London is an economic advantage as an artist.

Use that extra cash to develop your skills, explore some great training and patronise your own work!

🏆 Competition

Roles, for the most part, are less competitive at the regional level which can be an advantage.

While getting seen for specific jobs, especially in theatre, may pose a challenge at the regional level, there's a notable increase in opportunities aligning with your natural casting range… why?

🏡 Because you actually live there.

Moreover, the growth in self-taping, especially as the primary audition method, enables actors to reside anywhere and still be considered for prominent shows on platforms like BBC, Netflix, and Amazon.

🇬🇧 If you're set on making the move to London…

Make sure to leverage the advantages of being a regional artist before bidding them farewell!

Establish a strong foundation with regional theatre credits, whether they are amateur or professional.

Participate in short films, be they independent, professional, or university-driven.

Prioritise getting professional headshots and crafting a solid showreel.

Submit an application for Spotlight to prepare yourself for reaching out to and connecting with agents and industry professionals.

Armed with these preparations, you'll be ready to hit the ground running when you make the leap to London.


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