Roslayn Cooper first got bit by the acting bug in college where she took a drama class as an elective and loved it. Roslayn tried out for the University play and got the lead role. Roslayn Cooper also have been dancing since 5 years old ever since she first saw her dance teacher and told her Mom, ‘I want to do that’. Since then I always wanted to be on stage and entertain people.
Did you study acting
The feedback I received from me acting in my first play was so positive and inspirational. That I knew this is what my life calling is and acting makes me very happy! So I enrolled in classes, workshops, and I study movies and TV shows to see the actors’ techniques.
https://t.co/pfBohV7clZ Hey everybody! Check out my acting reel shot by Blackflight Studios! #actorslife
— Roslayn Cooper (@RoslaynC_08) February 4, 2017
What acting technique do you use
I use a lot of Improv acting. Going word from word is not always the best things to do. Don’t go totally of script but I see a lot of directors and casting directors like when you throw unexpected things in there.
What wrong impressions do actors hold about acting
The main wrong impression is thinking after doing your first play or being an extra in a movie then the fame will come and you don’t have to work hard anymore. I am here to tell you it’s a constant grind and there is no simple solutions to be a great actor. It takes hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. Get ready to work for it!
Do you take courses to improve your craft
Yes I love Workshops with casting directors and agents so that I can get feedback from people who know what it takes to be successful in this business. Classes are fun too so you can get feedback from peers and have a support system.
What acting books do you read
Acting in film by Michael Caine. Very informative book.
How do you keep fit as an actor
I do a lot of walking and I study scripts from workshops and auditions so I can keep my mind’s sharp with memorization.
When you’re offered a role, what do you do next
I read over it and practice twice a day. Get family involved to read the other person’s part so I can get a feel for my character.
How do you take a character in a script to a honest, believable and breathing person
I had to play a Villainous woman so I imagine how a very wicked person can be and try to bring that to life
How do you stay fresh on set
I read over my script and I keep my character in mind at all times so I can switch it back on when needed.
Tune in to the 2015 Triumph Awards airing tonight at 8 p.m. on TV One. #NANTriumphAwards pic.twitter.com/GHWpSl9XAl
— Roslayn Cooper (@RoslaynC_08) October 3, 2015
Describe a memorable character you played
Queen from Queenate in 2006.
Explain one creative choice you took on set
I had to play a gold digger and that is totally opposite of me so she told me not to care about the man’s feelings so I just took it and went with it and was a bitch to everybody! Lol
What do you want most from a director
To give the best direction and to tell me what I am doing wrong and what I can do to make it better.
What actors do you long to work with
Angela Bassett
Why
She is a phenomenal actress who I can definitely learn from and she would definitely give me inspiration for being on set.
What advice would you give to actors
To keep going and don’t let people’s opinions about this industry get you down.
Briefly write about your career
I have been in three theatrical production: ‘Queenate’, ‘American Issue’s, ‘When a Man wants to do right’. I have been a background actress in a movie and two TV shows.
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