Knowledge is power, especially in an industry where malpractice can easily hide amongst the smoke and mirrors and conspiracy of silence. This page brings together a collection of resources, education, and warnings to help you protect yourself and inform the steps you take in this profession.
From understanding your legal rights and spotting red flags, to reading about real cases of misconduct and scams, the aim here is simple: to educate, empower, and safeguard. Alongside blog posts, PSAs, and first-hand investigations, you’ll also find podcast episodes and resources that highlight the truths many official bodies fail to act on - giving actors the tools they need to make informed decisions.
Whether you’re here to double-check your rights, learn from the cautionary tales of others, or know where to turn if something goes wrong, this page is your hub for awareness, advocacy, and action.
AGENCY AWARENESS
Lucy Harrison Casting; A Cautionary Tale
Somebody Casting (Formerly Mad Dog Casting)
If you have evidence of withheld pay, unlawful practices, or misconduct from agents/agencies - please get in touch.
INDUSTRY AWARENESS
Jason Ryan - Convicted sex offender changing name to work in Theatres
Wayne Glover-Stuart - Appeal against, and re-sentencing of, sex offender theatre producer
Ryan Kirwan - Deadline Reports on ‘Showreel Sexter’ cyber flashing filmmaker
Simon Gross - Historic industry concerns regarding withheld pay and treatment of actors
M&M Theatrical Productions - Company breaking employment laws
James Melia - Revoking of endorsement from Both Feet Actor Training
Michèle Lonsdale-Smith - The Cut reports on the ‘cult like abuse’ of an acting studio head
Jacky Jhaj - Convicted sex offender and predator continues his patterns
THE 98% FINDS..
Reporting Misconduct IG Post*
PODCAST EPISODES
There are over 120 episodes of The 98%, dating back to 2018. While all episodes aim to inform, uplift, empower, and support actors and creatives, below are a few recent episodes that feature vital information and spotlight advice and expertise from respected industry professionals who chose to collaborate with The 98% because of its trusted reputation as a grassroots platform advocating for transparency, safety, and equity in the arts. Links below are to Spotify - but you can find and listen to The 98% wherever you get your podcasts.
From Learning to Earning: A Story of Mistreatment in the Acting Industry (A 5-Part miniseries)
Episode 1, Abuse at Drama School
Episode 2, Listener stories of abuse and malpractice
Episode 3, Interview with trailblazer advocate Helen Raw
Episode 4, Listener stories of abuse during actors training, and beyond
Episode 5, Assaulted by an acting coach, interview with an advocate
THE 98% BLOG
Alongside the podcast, The 98% has been publishing blog posts written by co-hosts Alexa and Katie, or podcast listeners, since 2018. Below are just a few that relates to some of the things at the heart of this organisation. To read the full blog click here.
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