Luke Roskell is a talented actor who began his journey in the entertainment industry at a young age. At just 10 years old, he made his debut in the ITV miniseries 'Mobile.' This early start paved the way for a successful career, as he went on to land the lead role in the CBBC series 'The Revenge Files of Alistair Fury' at the age of 12. Despite his young age, Luke demonstrated his dedication and hard work by memorizing extensive dialogue and balancing a full working week, all while living away from home. One of Luke's notable roles came in the BBC drama 'The Accidental Farmer,' where he had the opportunity to act alongside Ashley Jensen. However, his most significant role to date was portraying Sean Spencer in the long-running soap opera 'Emmerdale.' From the ages of 14 to 17, Luke appeared in a total of 266 episodes over a span of three years, showcasing his commitment and talent. In 2015, Luke decided to challenge himself in live theatre and took on the lead role in the play "Britannia Waves the Rules" at the prestigious Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester. This experience allowed him to thrive under the constant demand for high-performance and intense pressure, further enhancing his skills as an actor. Despite his love for live theatre, Luke's passion for television led him back to the small screen. He appeared on Sky 1's 'Jamestown' for three years, spending five months each summer in Budapest. Following that, he was cast in the Starz series 'Outlander' and the ITV series 'The Long Shadow.' Currently, Luke is set to appear in the Paramount+ series 'Sexy Beast,' a highly anticipated show based on the famous Ray Winstone/Ben Kingsley film. Throughout his career, Luke Roskell has proven his versatility as an actor, taking on a variety of roles across television and live theatre. His dedication, talent, and ability to thrive under pressure have allowed him to establish himself as a respected and sought-after performer in the acting industry.
Luke landed the lead role in the CBBC series 'The Revenge Files of Alistair Fury,' where he had to memorise extensive dialogue at the age of 12, grafting a full working week, all while living away from home. Nowadays, Luke's trigger word for high performance is 'Action'! He Can instantly change into the role required and give consistent, high performances.
This session reveals all about the working life of an actor. Our actors will elaborate on what it's like working with a cast and crew, sometimes seven days a week, for 3-6 months, to not seeing them again. Attendees will hear about the downtime between jobs and the unknown when the next one will be. The actor life means continued auditions with little feedback if you don't land the role. Attendees will learn how to insulate themselves from setbacks, no matter the industry, and how to ensure they don't negatively affect their mental health.
