Spotlight Academy

Jacqui Kaese is a force to reckoned with. Her passion and dedication to her students is amazing, allowing each student to find themselves and become the actor that they are meant to be. My daughter absolutely adores her classes with Jacqui and cannot wait to take more classes and continue perfecting her craft. We love that the kids have the opportunity to not only learn from Jacqui and her staff, but also from other industry professionals who bring different viewpoints into the classroom challenging students in new ways. I have seen such an amazing change in my daughter's passion, enthusiasm and confidence in the short time she's worked with Spotlight and cannot wait to see what is next. Highly recommended!

Jacqui is not only an amazing teacher and mentor but she really stands behind her students and shows familial loyalty and love. Jacqui is always bringing amazing opportunities to her students and knows what it takes to seriously get going (while having fun) in this crazy industry.Very grateful for what Jacqui and Spotlight has given me :)

Jacqui is such an amazing, thoughtful, brilliant and caring individual. I'm 34, and have enrolled in the academy to cultivate acting as it's something I've always wanted to do. Since I've been attending , Jacqui has blown me away with her wide knowledge base, firm grasp of the craft, dedication, insights, experience and professionalism.If you're considering taking lessons, I could not recommended spotlight academy more. We are lucky to have someone like Jacqui passing down her expertise and energy.

Jacqui has been a mentor of mine for over 20 years now. Her expertise in the industry is second to none. She is a caring and beautiful human being. Anyone who is lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with and learn from her is truly blessed. My step son now attends at Spotlight and absolutely loves his time there. Would highly recommend Spotlight to anyone looking to get into the acting world.

I have been experiencing so much joy with class and people in class and Natalie krill. She has been offering so much insight and direction into a craft I've dreamed of going after my whole life. I want to tell you Jacqui I'm so grateful to you, and that women like you in the world are out thier and creating a space for us all to let our craft come out of us, to learn skills and knowledge on how go about things in film business in a safe and fun environment. And i should say I'm so inspired by you. What you've built for yourself. Strong women make the world go around. Thank-you. Sincerely Sara Norman

After returning to acting after a long time, Jacqui has been an amazing mentor, teacher, and friend. Committed to her students and the craft, Jacqui fosters a safe, comfortable environment where students can build trusting working relationships with one another. Treating everyone with respect and creating a family dynamic, Spotlight Academy is a wonderful place to learn and practice your craft whether for one class, or many years!!I am so grateful to Jacqui for her support and encouragement in my personal journey of self discovery and feel I have a friend for life!! Thank you, from the bottom of my heart! Joe.

Jacqui Kaese is so passionate and has an amazing understanding of the industry and how it works. She has so much experience, her classes are fun and effective; she has a good eye for exploring one’s strengths and developing their talent while being respectful and patient. Whether you’re looking for a refresher, acting lessons or career development I wouldn’t think twice in trusting Jacqui. I highly recommend her!!

I am so grateful to have began my journey in this industry with Jacqui at Spotlight Academy. The training and workshops offered at Spotlight serve actors at any level of their career - from the beginner’s basics to workshops with some of the top casting directors around - Jacqui and Spotlight deliver!Not only does Jacqui possess a wealth of knowledge about numerous aspects of the industry, she also has one of the biggest hearts full of passion and love for her students and the craft. She has been such an integral part of my journey in so many ways. Her support, encouragement, knowledge, passion and commitment make her the powerhouse player I am so blessed to be able to call a mentor and friend.

Over the past 3 years I have had the pleasure of working with and learning from Jacqui at Spotlight Academy in Nanaimo.Jacqui brings such a passion for and knowledge of the craft that is nothing less than infectious. I am excited to go to class every week where I am always welcomed into a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. Jacqui's classes are always fun, challenging, eye opening and did I mention Fun?I feel I have grown not only as an actor, but as a person as well studying and working with Jacqui.I have, and always will recommend Jacqui to any actor wishing to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence as an actor. , whether you're a brand new actor, or a seasoned veteran, Jacqui will welcome you with open arms, and will be there for you through your journey.