TED Business The magic of a creative career | Michael Sheen
Sep 25, 2023
Michael Sheen, actor from Port Talbot, discusses the power of mentorship, the importance of community support in pursuing creative careers, and the connection between his hometown and Hollywood superstars Richard Burton and Anthony Hopkins. He emphasizes the significance of supportive families and progressive theater programs, as well as the impact of a black professor on his career. Sheen also highlights the need for gateways and pathways to create opportunities for underrepresented individuals.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Power of Community and Pursuing Dreams
02:12 • 3min
The Connection Between Two Legendary Actors and a Small Town
05:09 • 3min
Supportive Families and Progressive Theater Programs
08:29 • 13min
The Impact of a Black Professor and the Importance of Gateways and Pathways
21:30 • 3min