Mary Coustas, known for her comedic roles in Wogs Out Of Work and Acropolis Now, is stepping outside her usual genre with her first serious role in 13 years.
The 60-year-old actress joins the cast of the upcoming BINGE TV drama Strife, starring Asher Keddie, in which she plays psychologist Sylvie.
Coustas, who has long found solace in comedy due to her naturally serious nature, explained her preference for the genre.
“Comedy is the only thing that perforates my intensity… it is my drug,” she told The Daily Telegraph.
Despite her affinity for comedy, Coustas couldn’t resist Strife, drawn in by the show’s tension and high-quality production.
“I love comedy and I love relationships, and there was so much to this idea,” she said.
Although comedy has remained her primary focus, Coustas acknowledged that Strife offered a compelling opportunity, with its fresh, aspirational energy.
“It was just happening and buzzy and it was fast, fresh and relevant,” she said.
Coustas is also staying busy with two live shows, Effie Upyourselfness and Mary Coustas This Is Personal, currently touring the country.
“If it is not relevant, I don’t know why I would do it,” she said of her approach to work.
Strife season two will premiere on May 8, with Coustas joining a talented cast including Keddie, Matt Day, Tina Bursill, and Tim Minchin.
Source: Daily Telegraph.
