WORKSHOPS
DABB
These sessions are designed to give actors genuine insight into the world of Casting Directors for Film, TV, and Theatre, as well as Agents, Directors, Voiceover, Motion Capture (MoCap), and Performance Capture (P-Cap).
Each workshop offers a safe, supportive, and dynamic environment to explore, grow, and refine your craft. They’re not about auditioning for a role or securing an agent, they’re about developing your skills, gaining practical industry knowledge, and growing as an artist in a space that values creativity, care, and
community.
To ensure a professional and supportive environment for actors, facilitators, and industry members, we adhere to the CDG guidelines outlined here: CDG Workshop Guidelines
By signing up to these workshops you agree to our Terms & Conditions
Disclaimer: Our workshops are designed solely for professional development and to provide insight into the acting industry. They are not auditions, interviews, or guarantees of employment. Guest facilitators, including agents, casting directors, and directors, participate in a personal and educational capacity. Their involvement does not imply endorsement, representation, or future employment opportunities. DABB’s workshops are independently organised and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the employers of any guest facilitators.
WHO CAN TAKE PART?
While some of our initiatives, such as The DABB Generals Day, are specifically designed to support our mission of increasing opportunities for Global Majority artists, our workshops are open to everyone. We welcome participants from all backgrounds, experiences and communities, with a focus on creating an inclusive, supportive and accessible space for learning and professional development.
WHO WE'VE WORKED WITH:
Aisha Bywaters (Casting Director), Faye Timby-Taylor (Casting Director), Olissa Rogers (Casting Director), Leah Graham (Talent Agent), Ella Donaldson (Casting Assistant), Amy Jackson (Casting Director), Jonny Boutwood (Casting Director), Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu (Director), Nina Malone (Identity Agency Group), Victoria Howard (Side - Video Games/Mocap/Voiceover), Lindsay Kutner (Revolution Talent) Harry Charnley (Global Artists), Katy Wale (Denton Brierley), Damien Goodwin (Director), Alex Browning (Director), Alex Pillai (Director), Lucas Butterfield (Mocap & Pcap), Bailey Frances (Casting Director), Fran Cattaneo (Casting Director), Damien Goodwin (Director), Robin Hudson (Olivia Bell Management), Camille Jackson (Alex Priestley Talent), Luke Reilly (The Artists Partnership) Jacob Hajjar (Dialect Coach), Celia Learmonth (Intertalent), Oliver Campbell (BWH). Kirsty Gillmore (Voice Director/Casting Director), Ty Sawyer (Simon & How) Lou Davidson (Simon & How), Ella Tierney (Curtis Brown), Becca Wilson (Fight Director), Poppy Apter (Casting), Natalie Winter (Voice Director), Sam Brunskill (Simon & How), Kitty Williams (Casting)
CASTING DIRECTOR WORKSHOP
Chandra Ruegg - Casting Director/Associate
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In-person Workshop
This workshop is for Actors wanting to explore the world of casting and how the Chandra works. A place to explore scenes, ask questions and receive feedback. Chandra Ruegg is a Casting Director/Associate for high-profile film and television hits under top offices like Sophie Holland Casting and Olivia Scott Webb Casting, earning notable credits on major global projects including Netflix's Wednesday and The Witcher, Warner Bros.' Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Apple TV's Constellations, and the John Wick spin-off film Ballerina. Concurrently, she steps into the lead role of Casting Director and consultant for major live UK theatrical stagings, helming acclaimed stage productions at prestigious venues such as the National Theatre (Grenfell: In The Words of Survivors), the Bush Theatre (Lava), and the Lyric Hammersmith (Running With Lions). Please note: DABB workshops are designed as a professional development space for actors to learn, grow and gain valuable insight from working industry professionals. Whether the workshop is led by an Agent, Casting Director, Director, Producer or other creative professional, there is no promise of representation, employment, auditions or future opportunities. Our industry guests bring a wealth of knowledge from their experience working with actors across Film, Television, Theatre, Voice Over, Motion Capture and Performance Capture. They are able to offer constructive feedback on your work, share insight into the current industry landscape, discuss what they look for in performers, and provide guidance on how actors can best navigate and build their careers. Whilst meaningful connections can naturally be made within these spaces, the primary purpose of our workshops is to educate, empower and support actors in developing their craft, confidence and understanding of the industry.
Monday 20th July 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Canada Water Theatre
£36
AGENT WORKSHOP
Ella Tierney - Agent Assistant - Curtis Brown
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In-person Workshop
This workshop is for Actors wanting to explore the world of how an agent works and Auditioning. Ella has worked at Curtis Brown for the past 5 years and is now a senior assistant supporting Joe Powell on his exciting list of established and up and coming clients. Before working with Joe, Ella worked across the offices of two other agents at Curtis Brown – Cordelia Keaney and Sophie Patterson, where she worked with clients such as Florence Pugh and Jessica Henwick. Please note: DABB workshops are designed as a professional development space for actors to learn, grow and gain valuable insight from working industry professionals. Whether the workshop is led by an Agent, Casting Director, Director, Producer or other creative professional, there is no promise of representation, employment, auditions or future opportunities. Our industry guests bring a wealth of knowledge from their experience working with actors across Film, Television, Theatre, Voice Over, Motion Capture and Performance Capture. They are able to offer constructive feedback on your work, share insight into the current industry landscape, discuss what they look for in performers, and provide guidance on how actors can best navigate and build their careers. Whilst meaningful connections can naturally be made within these spaces, the primary purpose of our workshops is to educate, empower and support actors in developing their craft, confidence and understanding of the industry.
Monday 27th July 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Canada Water Theatre
£36
VOICE OVER WORKSHOP
Victoria Howard - Casting at side
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In-person Workshop
This workshop is for Actors Wanting to explore the world of Voice Over in Video Games. Victoria is the Head of Casting at side overlooking all castings for voice over project they do. side have worked on: Baldur's Gate 3, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Cyberpunk 2077, Genshin Impact, Fortnite, Halo Infinite, Ghost of Tsushima, Far Cry 6, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Starfield, Horizon Forbidden West, Marvel's Spider-Man, Final Fantasy XIV, Diablo IV, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II, Alan Wake 2, Dead Island 2, Deathloop, Returnal, Control, It Takes Two, Madden NFL, Battlefield, Sifu, Hitman, A Plague Tale: Requiem, Detroit: Become Human, 007 First Light, Tales of Kenzara: Zau The workshop will include introductions, a warm-up and game, rehearsal of material, sharing of work, detailed feedback, and a Q&A, all within a warm, supportive and collaborative environment. Whilst meaningful connections can naturally be made within these spaces, the primary purpose of our workshops is to educate, empower and support actors in developing their craft, confidence and understanding of the industry.
Tuesday 11th August 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Canada Water Theatre
£36
AGENT WORKSHOP
Olivia Jaggers - Middleweek Newton
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In-person Workshop
This workshop is for Actors wanting to explore the world of how an agent works and Auditioning. After graduating from Royal Holloway University, Olivia spent five years gaining experience at various agencies, including Hamilton Hodell and DAA, before settling as assistant to the legendary Jean Diamond. Whilst there, she worked with some of the most established names in British Film, TV and Theatre. Olivia joined the MN team as an agent in 2018. The workshop will include introductions, a warm-up and game, rehearsal of material, sharing of work, detailed feedback, and a Q&A, all within a warm, supportive and collaborative environment. Please note: DABB workshops are designed as a professional development space for actors to learn, grow and gain valuable insight from working industry professionals. Whether the workshop is led by an Agent, Casting Director, Director, Producer or other creative professional, there is no promise of representation, employment, auditions or future opportunities. Our industry guests bring a wealth of knowledge from their experience working with actors across Film, Television, Theatre, Voice Over, Motion Capture and Performance Capture. They are able to offer constructive feedback on your work, share insight into the current industry landscape, discuss what they look for in performers, and provide guidance on how actors can best navigate and build their careers. Whilst meaningful connections can naturally be made within these spaces, the primary purpose of our workshops is to educate, empower and support actors in developing their craft, confidence and understanding of the industry.
Thursday 13th August 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Canada Water Theatre
£36
VIDEO GAMES WORKSHOP (VO)
Natalie Winter - Voice Director
In-person Workshop
Join Voice Director Natalie Winter for a workshop exploring speeches and scripts commonly found in video games. The session will focus on connecting the body to the voice, making bold performance choices, and bringing text to life by creating truthful, dynamic characters that lift the words off the page. Natalie is primarily a Voice Director with experience in Performance Capture. Her credits include Crimson Desert, Baldur's Gate 3, Rise of the Ronin, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, along with many other projects currently under NDA. Alongside directing, Natalie is an actor herself, and has also directed screen and theatre productions. Having worked with a range of leading voiceover companies across numerous projects, she brings a wealth of industry knowledge and practical experience to share. The workshop will include introductions, a warm-up and game, rehearsal of material, sharing of work, detailed feedback, and a Q&A, all within a warm, supportive and collaborative environment. Please note: DABB workshops are designed as a professional development space for actors to learn, grow and gain valuable insight from working industry professionals. Whether the workshop is led by an Agent, Casting Director, Director, Producer or other creative professional, there is no promise of representation, employment, auditions or future opportunities. Our industry guests bring a wealth of knowledge from their experience working with actors across Film, Television, Theatre, Voice Over, Motion Capture and Performance Capture. They are able to offer constructive feedback on your work, share insight into the current industry landscape, discuss what they look for in performers, and provide guidance on how actors can best navigate and build their careers. Please note: DABB workshops are designed as a professional development space for actors to learn, grow and gain valuable insight from working industry professionals. Whether the workshop is led by an Agent, Casting Director, Director, Producer or other creative professional, there is no promise of representation, employment, auditions or future opportunities. Our industry guests bring a wealth of knowledge from their experience working with actors across Film, Television, Theatre, Voice Over, Motion Capture and Performance Capture. They are able to offer constructive feedback on your work, share insight into the current industry landscape, discuss what they look for in performers, and provide guidance on how actors can best navigate and build their careers. Whilst meaningful connections can naturally be made within these spaces, the primary purpose of our workshops is to educate, empower and support actors in developing their craft, confidence and understanding of the industry.
Wednesday 26th August 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Canada Water Theatre
£36
AGENT WORKSHOP
Hattie Knight - Waring McKenna
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In-person Workshop
This workshop is for Actors wanting to explore the world of how an agent works and Auditioning. Hattie is an associate agent at Waring McKenna and is building her own list of actors to work with. She joined the team in 2024. Find out more via waringmckenna.com/the-team/ The workshop will include introductions, a warm-up and game, rehearsal of material, sharing of work, detailed feedback, and a Q&A, all within a warm, supportive and collaborative environment. Please note: DABB workshops are designed as a professional development space for actors to learn, grow and gain valuable insight from working industry professionals. Whether the workshop is led by an Agent, Casting Director, Director, Producer or other creative professional, there is no promise of representation, employment, auditions or future opportunities. Our industry guests bring a wealth of knowledge from their experience working with actors across Film, Television, Theatre, Voice Over, Motion Capture and Performance Capture. They are able to offer constructive feedback on your work, share insight into the current industry landscape, discuss what they look for in performers, and provide guidance on how actors can best navigate and build their careers. Whilst meaningful connections can naturally be made within these spaces, the primary purpose of our workshops is to educate, empower and support actors in developing their craft, confidence and understanding of the industry.
Friday 28th August 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Canada Water Theatre
£36
CASTING DIRECTOR WORKSHOP
Dane Milward - Casting Director/Associate
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In-person Workshop
This workshop is for Actors wanting to explore the world of casting and how it works and Auditioning. Dane is a graduate of the NFTS Casting Course and quickly established himself in the industry by working in brilliant casting offices. Prior to his career shift, he spent several years in the retail sector, but his true passion was always rooted in television, theatre, and a deep love for actors. Currently, Dane works as an Associate for Daniel Edwards, having previously worked with Robert Sterne & Louise Kiely on various exciting film and television projects. His recent work includes working on the highly anticipated Line of Duty. His notable past work also includes Netflix’s Steve, Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials, and the acclaimed Wolf Hall – The Mirror and the Light. Dane's earlier experience includes roles at Theo Park Casting and The Casting Office. Please note: DABB workshops are designed as a professional development space for actors to learn, grow and gain valuable insight from working industry professionals. Whether the workshop is led by an Agent, Casting Director, Director, Producer or other creative professional, there is no promise of representation, employment, auditions or future opportunities. Our industry guests bring a wealth of knowledge from their experience working with actors across Film, Television, Theatre, Voice Over, Motion Capture and Performance Capture. They are able to offer constructive feedback on your work, share insight into the current industry landscape, discuss what they look for in performers, and provide guidance on how actors can best navigate and build their careers. Whilst meaningful connections can naturally be made within these spaces, the primary purpose of our workshops is to educate, empower and support actors in developing their craft, confidence and understanding of the industry.
Saturday 29th August 10.30am - 1.30pm
Canada Water Theatre
£36
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FAQ 1) How does payment work? Once you fill out the form, we will review your booking and send you an invoice with the workshops you’ve requested. Payment must be made within the timeframe given, otherwise your place may be released to someone else. 2) Is there material to prepare? Yes. About 5–6 days before your workshop date, you’ll receive material to prepare. 3) What is your refund policy? Please refer to our refund policy specific to our workshops via our terms and conditions page. 4) Who are the workshops for? Our workshops are designed for professional actors, recent graduates, and actors actively working towards building their careers. They are open to anyone from any background. 5) Do I need an agent or Spotlight to attend? No. Our workshops are open to all actors, whether you’re represented or self-submitting. 6) Can I book more than one workshop? Yes, absolutely. You can book as many as you’d like, subject to availability. 7) How many people are in each workshop? We keep numbers small to ensure everyone gets proper time, attention, and feedback. Usually between 10–14 participants, depending on the facilitator. 8) Will I get 1-to-1 time with the facilitator? Yes. All participants work directly with the facilitator in the workshop. Time is shared across the group, but you’ll get tailored feedback on your work. 11) Will I be considered for castings by attending? While our workshops are a brilliant opportunity to meet industry professionals, they are not auditions. They’re focused on training and networking — however, you never know what doors might open. 12) Do you provide travel or accommodation support? Travel and accommodation are not included, so please factor that in when booking.
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Please note: Your booking is not confirmed until payment has been received. Once you complete the form, an invoice will be sent to your email for payment. Spaces cannot be reserved, and all workshops operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
The intent of the workshop is educational and should not be considered a job interview or audition. Attending workshops is not a way to obtain employment as an actor. It is a learning / educational experience. The presence of a Casting Director/ Agent or Director is neither a guarantee nor a promise of employment. Contact with an industry person at a workshop rarely results in any further contact with that industry person or any company affiliated with that industry person.
YOU WILL RECEIVE MATERIAL 4/5 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR WORKSHOP DATE.
By signing up to these workshops you agree to our Terms & Conditions