Freddy Thompson, a final-year BA Musical Theatre student at Trinity Laban, has been shortlisted for the 2026 Spotlight Stage Prize – one of the industry’s most prestigious showcases for emerging acting talent.
Shortlisted from over 60 drama schools across the UK and Ireland, graduates will perform in front of leading casting directors, agents and producers for the chance to win £2,000 and a year-long Spotlight membership. Previous Spotlight Prize finalists include Dame Judi Dench, Ben Whishaw and Brian Cox.
Having previously trained at The BRIT School, Freddy has recently signed with United Agents, and is also a finalist in the Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year 2026.
Finalists will perform at the Spotlight Prize Showcase on Wednesday 8 July 2026. Read more about the finalists here.