Jonathan David Martin Named New Theater J Associate Producer

Theater J is pleased to announce the hire of its new Associate Producer, Jonathan David Martin. He will work closely with Theater J Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr and Managing Director Rebecca Ende in all aspects of the theater's theatrical programming and education initiatives. Jonathan is a producer, actor and director with over 10 years of experience in theaters across the country. He most recently served as the Producing Co-Artistic Director with the award-winning Smoke & Mirrors Collaborative (SMC) theater company in New York City. Founded by Jonathan in 2011, SMC has won the Best Overall Play in the New York International Fringe Festival, performed Off-Broadway at Lincoln Center, 59E59 Theaters, Theater for the New City, Dixon Place and toured internationally in South Africa, Berlin and Edinburgh. Jonathan also served as founding Producing Co-Artistic Director of Washington Ensemble Theatre of Seattle and as an Associate Producer with Not Man Apart Physical Theatre Ensemble, in Los Angeles. As a performer, Jonathan originated the title role in War Horse on Broadway at Lincoln Center Theater and has performed in regional theaters across the United States. Jonathan is a recipient of The Leonore Annenberg Foundation Fellowship for the Arts for his work as a theater-maker. He received his MFA in Acting from New York University.

"I am thrilled to be joining Adam Immerwahr, Rebecca Ende and the incredibly talented staff at Theater J," said new Associate Producer Martin. "Their commitment to top-tier productions, to celebrating and exploring Jewish culture, and to fostering meaningful engagement with their audience beyond the stage make it an ideal place for me as a producer. The DC theater community is one of the most vibrant in the country and I can't wait to be a part of it."

As Associate Producer at Theater J, Jonathan will line produce all Theater J productions, readings and workshops, assist in casting and artist relations, collaborate on play and new play development, design and supervise educational programming and more. He succeeds Delia Taylor who was in the role for over 10 years.

"We are all delighted to welcome Jonathan David Martin to Theater J," said Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr. "His tremendous background as a producer, director, actor and teaching artist will prove invaluable to Theater J as we continue to build upon our strong foundation as the nation's largest and most prominent Jewish theater. His artistry, expertise, and intelligence, along with his deep commitment to creating theater that makes an impact on communities, make him a perfect fit for Theater J. The entire staff is honored to have him join us."