Emrhys Cooper on Directing, Sobriety, and Landing a Role on the UK’s Longest-Running Soap!

Emrhys Cooper, an award-winning actor, director, and producer, known for his roles in Person of Interest, Desperate Housewives, CSI: New York, and Mamma Mia, joins us in this episode of The WeAudition Show, hosted by Darren Darnborough and Richard Cambridge. He shares his groundbreaking work with the Bhutanese film "Kushuthara: Pattern of Love" and his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed LGBT short film "Trophy Boy," which was featured at the Cannes Film Festival.

In this episode, Emrhys opens up about the challenges and triumphs of his career, including his recent role as a series regular on "Coronation Street." He reflects on his experiences in film, TV, and theater, emphasizing the importance of passion and dedication in his work. Emrhys also delves into his journey as a director, sharing valuable insights on funding, production, and the art of storytelling.

Segmented Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Emrhys Cooper
01:02 - Favorite mediums and decision-making in choosing projects
02:03 - Transitioning to directing and producing
03:13 - Challenges faced while directing
04:25 - Landing a role on "Coronation Street"
06:08 - Auditioning for “Coronation Street”
09:00 - Managing representation in the UK and US
12:53 - Learning lines and preparing for scenes
14:13 - Handling out-of-sequence shooting schedules
15:12 - Importance of being camera ready
17:06 - Approach to publicity and managing social media
19:16 - Experience filming in Bhutan
21:09 - Impact of social media on Bhutan and lessons from "Trophy Boy"
23:44 - Awareness of personal brand and recent changes
27:43 - Networking and building relationships in the industry
31:52 - Emrhys' view on making own work and collaborations
32:26 - Emrhys' plans for future projects, including pantomime

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IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1869082

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