From the sun-drenched shores of Australia to the electrifying stages and rooftops of New York City, Liz Cooper is a force to be reckoned with. An actress, musician, and writer with a magnetic presence and an undeniable talent, Cooper is carving out a space for herself in the heart of the city that never sleeps—and she’s doing it with dazzling versatility, wit, and soul.
A graduate of the prestigious Stella Adler Studio of Acting, Cooper brings depth, truth, and charisma to every performance she touches. Her recent portrayal of Helena in A Midsummer Night’s Dream with RiffRaff NYC at the Court Square Theater in November left audiences breathless. She imbued the role with a rare blend of vulnerability and comedic timing, reminding us that Shakespeare, in the right hands, is as alive today as it ever was.
But Cooper’s talents don’t stop at the stage door.
In RiffRaff NYC’s short film Locked Down, a standout entry in the highly competitive 48 Hour Film Festival, Cooper served as the narrator, effortlessly steering the film with razor-sharp humor and emotional nuance. Her voice work brought a clever, unexpected heart to the hilarious piece, earning her praise for her natural comedic instincts.
Continuing her journey with RiffRaff NYC, Cooper also shined in their intimate rooftop event, “Sunset Sonnets”, where professional actors breathed life into Shakespeare’s poetry against the Brooklyn skyline. Her performance was a poetic and poignant reminder of the timeless power of language, especially when wielded by someone as passionate and present as Cooper.
In a bold and brilliant turn, Cooper recently tackled one of Shakespeare’s most iconic comedic roles—Malvolio in Kulturkanonen Theater Company’s (The Cannon) production of Twelfth Night at the Vino Theater in Brooklyn. Her performance was nothing short of uproarious, proving once again that she’s not just a serious classical actor, but a formidable comedic talent. Her take on Malvolio was both original and side-splitting, delivering a version of the character that was unforgettable in its wit and humanity.
And as if her theatrical accomplishments weren’t enough, Liz Cooper is also making waves in the music world. She recently joined forces with musician Simeon Brown to form Cooper Brown, a soulful and dynamic music duo born out of their creative collaboration on Cooper’s one-woman cabaret show “Enough”. Produced by Willow Tree Productions, the show spotlighted Cooper’s exceptional skills as a songwriter, vocalist, and storyteller, weaving original music with personal narrative in a performance that was as moving as it was musically rich.
Whether she’s belting out a heartfelt tune, transforming into a Shakespearean character, or cracking up an audience with her comic brilliance, Liz Cooper is a singular talent. She embodies what it means to be a modern artist: bold, multifaceted, and deeply authentic. With every role, every lyric, every performance, she’s proving that she’s not just participating in the New York City arts scene—she’s shaping it.
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