# Event Details - **Event Name**: Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm - **Event Description**: An event exclusively for agents operating in the North of England.About this EventWe 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.Agenda?: 02:00 PM - 02:10 PMWelcomeInfo: Opening remarks from Spotlight and the goal of the session.?: 02:10 PM - 03:00 PMThe State of the NorthInfo: A moderated "Temperature Check." How are artists faring? What are the current hurdles in Northern representation??: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PMProject M62 & Spotlight ConferenceInfo: Presentation: Strategies to increase regional castings and a preview of the November Conference?: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PMThe Solutions WorkshopInfo: Open floor (facilitated). Small group brainstorms on solving specific industry issues identified in Part 1 and summarising actionable takeaways and next steps.?: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PMDrinksInfo: Drinks and Networking in the Fab Studios bar. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/shaping-the-future-an-invitation-to-the-agents-of-the-north-townhall/100001984627404993 - **Event Categories**: Art, Theatre, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Manchester - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Fab Casting Suites - **lat**: 53.4764531 - **long**: -2.2439076 - **full address**: Fab Casting Suites, 1 Oxford Court, Manchester, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/73600dd3eb17606bad88fb4842e198cefdc9f5f3f4a7f910f89563b98c4d62f5-rimg-w1200-h597-dc102ee6-gmir.jpg?v=1772841108 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall being held? - **A:** Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall takes place on Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Fab Casting Suites, 1 Oxford Court, Manchester, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall? - **A:** Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall is organized by Spotlight & Filmmakers Europe. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Shaping the Future: An Invitation to the Agents of the North Townhall is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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