Book Reviews: The Actors’ and Performers’ Yearbook 2023

The Actors’ and Performers’ Yearbook is a long-established and trusted reference book that supports those interested in finding work within stage, screen and radio with comprehensive listings and guidance. Although it advertises itself as for actors seeking work, it is far more than just a guide for this career pathway.

Agents and casting directors are listed with supporting guidance on what each is looking for or specialises in, as well as the best ways in which to contact them.

Drama schools and what they are looking for are also referenced with also listings for other courses and routes into theatre, television, radio and film. Whether it's fringe, TIE, work in the West End or around the rest of the UK, this book covers a range of areas with comprehensive guidance, aiming to bring everything you'd need into the one publication rather than having to do endless hit-and-miss web searches. Plus, it seems to be impartial, free from listings pushing in one direction due to sponsorship or advertising.