{"id":2216,"date":"2023-06-26T10:00:49","date_gmt":"2023-06-26T10:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spotlight.com\/?p=2216"},"modified":"2026-03-17T14:10:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T14:10:58","slug":"becoming-a-performer-in-manchester-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spotlight.com\/news-and-advice\/the-essentials\/becoming-a-performer-in-manchester-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Performer in Manchester"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Everything you need to know about working as an actor in Manchester including available training, how to find auditions, and the local cost of living<\/h2>\n<p>There was a time when training at a London drama school, getting an agent and living in the capital to pursue an acting career was the status quo. Over the years, the industry has evolved, and while most castings are in London, we now have a more flexible audition process \u2013 meaning actors don\u2019t have to live in London if they don\u2019t want to.<\/p>\n<p>Technology allows us to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotlight.com\/news-and-advice\/the-essentials\/how-to-self-tape\/\">shoot a self-tape from the comfort of our homes<\/a>\u00a0without the need to fork out for an expensive last-minute train ticket. This gives us the freedom to choose where we want our base to be, and today, there are many cities across the UK with a thriving arts scene and a growing community of actors.<\/p>\n<p>Manchester is a popular choice for performers, with lots of castings for film, TV and theatre, and direct access to London in just two hours. If you\u2019re living in Manchester or thinking of moving, this guide will cover what you need to know.<\/p>\n<h3>Actor training in Manchester<\/h3>\n<h4><strong>Full-time training<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If you want to do a three-year acting course, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theatre.mmu.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester School of Theatre<\/a>\u00a0at the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mmu.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester Metropolitan University<\/a>\u00a0or the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thearden.ucenmanchester.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arden School of Theatre<\/a>\u00a0are two great options. Both have produced some impressive alumni and are eligible for student loans.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Part-time training<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If you want to hone your craft while auditioning, prepare to be spoiled for choice.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/actupnorth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ActUpNorth<\/a>\u00a0offers courses focused on acting for camera and is also\u00a0Spotlight-accredited \u2013 meaning once you complete two consecutive years of study, you will be eligible to join\u00a0Spotlight.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.manchesterschoolofacting.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester School of Acting<\/a>\u00a0hosts a variety of courses from renowned acting coach, Mark Hudson. Past students include Michelle Keegan and Nico Mirallegro.<\/p>\n<p>Many of these classes are in the evening and are a great way to brush up your skills, meet people, and keep up to date with Manchester castings.<\/p>\n<h3>What type of acting work is in Manchester?<\/h3>\n<p><em>Coronation Street<\/em>\u00a0and its famous cobbles are synonymous with Manchester, and actors such as Sarah Lancashire, Suranne Jones, and Katherine Kelly have achieved huge success after leaving the show. Genie Radcliffe is the casting director at\u00a0<em>Coronation Street<\/em>\u00a0and is often casting for new characters.\u00a0<em>Shameless<\/em>\u00a0actor\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.entertainmentdaily.co.uk\/soaps\/corries-sally-carman-auditioned-for-three-other-characters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sally Carmen revealed she auditioned for countless roles<\/a>\u00a0before landing the role of Abi Franklin, and Georgia Taylor said that her iconic role as Toyah Battersby was not the first part she auditioned for.<\/p>\n<p>If you have an unsuccessful\u00a0<em>Corrie<\/em>\u00a0audition, try not to be disheartened, as the casting team is known to keep people in mind for future roles.<\/p>\n<p>BBC North, based in\u00a0MediaCityUK, produces hours of television, radio and online content from its Salford Quays base, which provides many opportunities for actors in the area.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/deadline.com\/2022\/06\/hot-spot-manchester-magnet-international-productions-1235050010\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manchester has quickly become a global go-to filming location<\/a>, and its skyline has stood in for New York for Hollywood blockbusters such as\u00a0<em>Captain America<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Spider-Man<\/em>. The Northern Quarter has been the backdrop for\u00a0<em>Peaky Blinders<\/em>, and parts of the city were transformed into 80s\/90s London for the smash hit show,\u00a0<em>It\u2019s a Sin<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Many of these huge productions will use local actors, so if you have a base in Manchester, it will put you at an advantage in the casting process.<\/p>\n<h3>How to find auditions in Manchester<\/h3>\n<p>Wherever you live in the UK, sourcing auditions is a similar process. Casting platforms like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotlight.com\/\">Spotlight<\/a>\u00a0are a fantastic tool to find auditions \u2013 whether you have an agent or not. Notable casting directors based in and around Manchester include\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soniaallamcasting.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sonia Allam Casting<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.michellesmithcasting.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Michelle Smith Casting<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverleykeogh.tv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beverley Keogh Casting.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Manchester is also home to a fantastic and diverse theatre scene.\u00a0The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalexchange.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Royal Exchange<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/hopemilltheatre.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hope Mill Theatre<\/a>,\u00a0and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.octagonbolton.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Octagon<\/a>\u00a0are renowned for using local talent, and may post castings on their websites. If you\u2019re based in Manchester and looking for representation, research which kind of agent will suit you. If you want to focus on castings in Manchester,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotlight.com\/contacts\/listing\/search?location=manchester\">look for an agent in the area<\/a>\u00a0who does that.<\/p>\n<h3>Cost of living in Manchester<\/h3>\n<p>Manchester is one of the top 10 most affordable cities in the UK and is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expatistan.com\/cost-of-living\/comparison\/london\/manchester\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">28% cheaper than London<\/a>. The average rent in Manchester is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentoo.co.uk\/city-guides\/manchester\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a31,040 per month<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 but this depends on where you live, and you can find more affordable options.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to live in the city centre, the average price for a one-bedroom flat is \u00a3924pcm. There are plenty of cheaper spots, and Stockport \u2013 less than a 10-minute train ride to Manchester city centre \u2013 has one-bedroom flats on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rightmove.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rightmove<\/a>\u00a0starting at \u00a3550pcm. You can also find a room in a houseshare on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.spareroom.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SpareRoom<\/a>\u00a0for under \u00a3500pcm at the time of writing.<\/p>\n<p>Transport is very affordable, and an any-bus ticket costs \u00a35 a day or \u00a321 a week. A\u00a01-day tram ticket in Zones 1 &amp; 2\u00a0is \u00a34.30 or \u00a317.60 for the week.<\/p>\n<p>Manchester is home to several TV and film production companies \u2013 along with a thriving theatre scene providing many acting opportunities. The city is a popular filming location with a constant flow of exciting projects, giving local actors a chance to be a part of them, and the small creative community makes it easier to network and meet with other like-minded artists. Manchester is also a much more affordable option to cities like London, with rent, travel, and day-to-day costs relatively lower, and the location allows quick and easy access to the rest of the UK. Therefore, Manchester-based actors can benefit from a better quality of life for less, freeing up more time to pursue their careers.<\/p>\n<p><em><span class=\"imgLeftSmall\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"image-replace hoverZoomLink\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/spotlightuk\/image\/fetch\/w_400,c_limit\/https:\/\/spotlight-cmsmedia.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/media\/3261\/sarah-ridgway-photo.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/spotlightuk\/image\/fetch\/w_{width},c_limit\/https:\/\/spotlight-cmsmedia.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/media\/3261\/sarah-ridgway-photo.jpg\" \/><\/span>Sarah Ridgway trained as an actor and has dabbled in stand-up comedy. Sarah is now a freelance writer, and her credits include Backstage and Actors Pro Expo; she is also passionate about empowering solo female travel.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Headshot credit: Sarah Ridgway<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Main image credit: BBC\/Caryn Mandabach Productions Ltd.\/Matt Squire<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everything you need to know about working as an actor in Manchester including available training, how to find auditions, and the local cost of living There was a time when training at a London drama school, getting an agent and living in the capital to pursue an acting career was the status quo. 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