A spotlight in a theatrical setting is designed to pull focus on a particular point, usually a person. In this way, it connects to the desire to be noticed and highlighted out in the world for some particular accomplishment or a need to prove yourself in some way. What do you want other people to know about what you are doing?
[1]Seeing, or being in, the beam of a powerful spotlight is a sign that you can get what you want but you will have to focus completely on it and nothing else.
If the spotlight kept moving around, be prepared to deal with hostile competition.
[2]Dreams of a spotlight forecast success, attention, validation, and that you are preparing yourself for a fortuitous opportunity. However, if the feeling tone of this dream is stressful, then you are feeling interrogated.
See Also: Stage.
[3]See Also: Searchlight, Light.
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