Emilio’s Journey
Emilio is a part English, part Spanish actor from Hull. He attended St Marys College in West Hull before gaining a place to study at ALRA, the Academy of Live & Recorded Arts in Greater Manchester.
Alongside his studies Emilio was an inaugural member of The Godber Theatre Foundation, attending workshops, 1-1s and appearing in our Digital Showcase for graduating members in 2021.
The Godber Theatre Foundation covered the payment of Emilio's professional headshots, Spotlight Profile as well as awarding him with a brand new Apple iPad and ring light both vital pieces of equipment to assist him with self-tapes as he entered the professional industry.
Alongside Emilio’s studies, he is also a keen creator of his own work and produced and stared in his own short film ‘VAGRANTS’ in 2020.
After Emilio’s Drama School showcase he signed with Shh! Talent agency and graduated in the Summer of 2021.
Following The Godber Theatre Foundation’s Digital Showcase Emilio was approached by director Luke Adamson who asked him to audition for an outdoor version ‘Twelfth Night’ which was to be staged at Selby Rugby Club in the summer of 2021. Emilio laded the role and played Duke Orsino and Feste in the production. This was Emilio’s first professional acting job.
As well as this, from the Foundation’s showcase Emilio was spotted by Smashing Mirrors Theatre and was employed by them to work on a brand new short film project about Dementia which has gone on to be shown in schools across East Yorkshire.
In November of 2021 Emilio landed the role of ‘The Holiday Armadillo’ working on the renowned ‘Friends Festive’ which was presented by Luna Cinema. An interactive event celebrating of the world's greatest TV show, Friends.
Most recently Emilio has began working on a new play at The Old Courts Theatre in Wigan which is to be staged this February.
The Godber Theatre Foundation and John Godber Company continues to support Emilio in his career and can’t wait to see what’s next!