Short Courses: Meet Rosaleen Cox
Rosaleen Cox is a returning online short courses student, having studied on Acting: For Camera 1, Playwriting: An Introduction and Playwriting for Performers: The Solo Show.
Rosaleen talks to us about her experience on the courses and her debut solo show, ‘MAD WOMAN’ which will be performed at Melbourne Trades Hall.
Tell us about yourself!
I’m an Irish/Australian actor and writer currently residing in Melbourne, Australia and moving over to the UK once safe to do so! I’ve been training within the industry since 2009, but kicked off my professional career as an actor last year working in theatre, online projects and a Norwegian feature film. Average height, blue eyes and a winning personality.
How did you find out about Short Courses at Central?
I was looking at refining my screen acting and writing skills and knew of Central’s opportunities to develop in these spaces. After a bit of desktop research I stumbled across the short courses!
What was your main reason for taking a Short Course?
I had heard great things about the School’s approach and wanted to build networks ahead of moving to the UK. After creating a series of comedy sketches during lockdown I decided to set myself a challenge and write a full length production. The writing for solo performers short course was an amazing fit in terms of getting guidance on refining the script and receiving feedback.
What was your experience on the course?
Loved every one of them! Got some incredibly valuable insights and tips on how to take my work to the next level and how to continue developing my craft. Each tutor was knowledgeable, approachable and helpful. I highly recommend all three of the courses I undertook!
What have you enjoyed most about your time on your course?
The chance to interact with people across the globe and hear their stories/watch their work was amazing. The tutors were all invested, patient and really helpful in providing new directions and guidance on your work and taking it to new levels.
What has surprised you the most about your course?
How simple, yet effective, some of the techniques are!
Which 3 words best describe your experience on the course?
Insightful, engaging, useful!
What advice would you give to someone that is thinking about taking a Short Course at Central?
DO IT!
What do you plan on doing next?
I’m debuting my solo show MAD WOMAN in October at Melbourne Trades Hall and will tour it across major cities in Australia before taking it to Camden , Dublin and Edinburgh Fringe - if you would like to know more about my work come join the party at rosaleencox.com
Rosaleen has studied several online short courses including, Acting: For Camera 1, Playwriting: An Introduction and Playwriting for Performers: The Solo Show.
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