Peter Ash, actor (Coronation Street, Picture You Dead)

In this episode of The Stress Sessions, we’re lifting the curtain on the reality of men’s mental health in the world of stage and screen. 🎙️ I sat down with the brilliant Peter Ash – best known for his powerful performance in Coronation Street and now touring with Picture You Dead – to talk about the emotional demands of acting, living with rejection, and how creativity can be therapy.

Peter opens up about:

🎭 Mentally preparing for dark roles

🧠 How acting supports his own mental health

💔 The emotional toll of portraying illness on screen

💡 Why support networks in theatre are more vital than ever

🗣️ And what advice he'd give to struggling performers

His honesty is a reminder that behind every standing ovation is a human being who’s navigating life, just like the rest of us.

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