About Me
Born on the land of the Ngunnawal and Ngambri people / Living and working on the lands of the Kulin Nation
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Since 2003, I have performed across Australia working on everything from educational theatre and TV commercials to burlesque and Shakespeare. I have been performed for government ministers and handed out flyers under the hot sun of Adelaide Fringe.
I regularly work as a roleplay actor and simulated patient for tertiary organisations and private companies around Melbourne. I can also be found facilitating for school holiday programs with Australian Shakespeare Company, guiding children aged 7-16 through Shakespeare's most famous texts. Outside of acting, I am a passionate Science Communicator who was fortunate enough to work on the frontline of Victoria’s COVID response through 2020/2021. |
Cooper is outstanding as she brings us into her confidence, sharing not just what happened, but how she felt about it..." |
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FEATURED PROJECTS
AFTER REBECCA by Emma Gibson
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This is a 60 minute one-woman show that reimagines Daphne Du Maurier’s gothic novel Rebecca in a contemporary Australian setting, against backdrops of reality TV and outback Australia where secrets are hard to keep, bystanders are complicit and gaslighting is rife.
It’s an exploration of the narratives that reinforce gender norms – of the quest for ‘happily ever after’ the role of dutiful wife, women as passive objects. In subverting the ending of Du Maurier’s novel, this show shines a light on coercive control, violence against women, the patriarchal systems that fail to protect women – and the consequences of speaking out. Content Warning: This play includes discussion of violence against women, sexual assault and death. PREVIOUS SHOWS
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REVIEWS:
“... it is absolutely incredible. Beautiful and raw and heartbreaking… I am deeply glad that I went … It is an important and deeply moving story, has a brilliant script and production design, and showcases a powerhouse performer.” "As the sole performer, Michelle Cooper has a lot resting on her shoulders, but tells her characters story with a truth and clarity that touched me deeply..." "Michelle Cooper's performance is perfect; we are immersed in the drama and we never stop believing in the story she is telling. I heard myself gasping as the twists and turns were revealed." |
Get In Touch!
I love to meet and work with new people, so if you’ve got a project that you think I might be suitable for I’d love to hear from you. You can contact me directly or reach out to my representation.
EMAIL / [email protected]
I love to meet and work with new people, so if you’ve got a project that you think I might be suitable for I’d love to hear from you. You can contact me directly or reach out to my representation.
EMAIL / [email protected]
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Screen / Howell Management
Level 2/2015 Gold Coast Hwy, Miami QLD 4220 0416 143 621 [email protected] www.howellmgmt.com.au |
Theatre / Ian Nisbet Talent Management
15 Annabella Ct, Dandenong North VIC 3175 0401 510 799 [email protected] https://www.intm.com.au |