John DeFilippo
Latest News on John DeFilippo:
Cast Set for Barry M. Putt, Jr.'s OMEED'S TAPESTRIES at Open Jar Studios (Nov 6, 2024)
Free Shakespeare in the Park Festival Returns to Western Maryland (Aug 3, 2023)
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Presents MALVOLIO An Irreverent Sequel Inspired By Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT (Jun 9, 2023)
Cast Set for Barry M. Putt, Jr.'s OMEED'S TAPESTRIES at Open Jar Studios (Nov 6, 2024)
Free Shakespeare in the Park Festival Returns to Western Maryland (Aug 3, 2023)
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Presents MALVOLIO An Irreverent Sequel Inspired By Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT (Jun 9, 2023)
BIO
John DeFilippo is a New York-based actor from Queens.
Off-Broadway credits: Malvolio (Classical Theatre of Harlem, NY Times Critic’s Pick); The Last Night of the Oki Dog (Theatre Row/Broadway Bound Theatre Festival)
Regional/Touring: Macbeth, Taming of the Shrew (Cumberland Theatre); Much Ado About Nothing & Pericles (Hip to Hip Theatre Company); Into the Depp (Norwalk Conservatory); The Happy Journey… (Always Love Lucy)
NY Theatre: Sex V. Love, Gasp! (Dixon Place); As You Like It (Theatre 315); Two Gentlemen of Verona, Romeo and Juliet (Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre)
John directed Pickles, a new play, which premiered Off-Broadway at INTAR Theatre, and the Long Island premiere of Annie Baker’s Body Awareness (EastLine Theatre)
His projects have received nominations from the BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway, Baltimore and Long Island Awards, the AUDELCO Awards, and the New York Shakespeare Awards, with Malvolio winning Best Comedy in 2023.
John holds a BA from Queens College in Drama, and has studied at the William Esper Studio and Scott Freeman Studio, under Karen Chamberlain and Maria Dizzia, respectively.
News
Cast Set for Barry M. Putt, Jr.'s OMEED'S TAPESTRIES at Open Jar Studios
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2024
Barry M. Putt, Jr.'s play OMEED'S TAPESTRIES will have a special industry reading at Open Jar Studios in NYC. The play explores the journey of an Iranian same-sex couple seeking a peaceful life. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2024
Barry M. Putt, Jr.'s play OMEED'S TAPESTRIES will have a special industry reading at Open Jar Studios in NYC. The play explores the journey of an Iranian same-sex couple seeking a peaceful life. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Free Shakespeare in the Park Festival Returns to Western Maryland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023
Discover the Cumberland Theatre's free Shakespeare in the Park festival in Western Maryland. Enjoy a month-long celebration of Shakespearean works, including a unique outdoor production of Taming of the Shrew.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023
Discover the Cumberland Theatre's free Shakespeare in the Park festival in Western Maryland. Enjoy a month-long celebration of Shakespearean works, including a unique outdoor production of Taming of the Shrew.
The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Presents MALVOLIO An Irreverent Sequel Inspired By Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023
The Classical Theatre of Harlem, a staple of artistic excellence in New York City for over two decades, announces its summer production of Malvolio, an irreverent comedy written by Mellon Foundation Playwright in Residence Betty Shamieh, as a sequel inspired by Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023
The Classical Theatre of Harlem, a staple of artistic excellence in New York City for over two decades, announces its summer production of Malvolio, an irreverent comedy written by Mellon Foundation Playwright in Residence Betty Shamieh, as a sequel inspired by Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.
Hip To Hip Theatre Company Celebrates 15 Years Of Free Shakespeare In The Parks
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2022
From July 27 to August 21, the romantic comedy MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (directed by Hip to Hip's co-founder Joy Marr) and the epic romance THE ADVENTURES OF PERICLES (directed by Hip to Hip's founding Artistic Director Jason Marr) will tour in repertory to twelve parks throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, The Bronx, Long Island and New Jersey.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2022
From July 27 to August 21, the romantic comedy MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (directed by Hip to Hip's co-founder Joy Marr) and the epic romance THE ADVENTURES OF PERICLES (directed by Hip to Hip's founding Artistic Director Jason Marr) will tour in repertory to twelve parks throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, The Bronx, Long Island and New Jersey.
Always Love Lucy Theatre Partners with Trenton Free Public Library for Thornton Wilder Summer Series
by Marissa Tomeo - May 29, 2022
Always Love Lucy Theatre and the Trenton Free Public Library are producing a summer series of Thornton Wilder one-act plays at the Trenton Free Public Library in Trenton, NJ. The performances are free to the public, and suitable for all ages.
by Marissa Tomeo - May 29, 2022
Always Love Lucy Theatre and the Trenton Free Public Library are producing a summer series of Thornton Wilder one-act plays at the Trenton Free Public Library in Trenton, NJ. The performances are free to the public, and suitable for all ages.
Always Love Lucy Theatre to Stage Thornton Wilder Summer Series
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 9, 2022
Always Love Lucy Theatre is producing a summer series of Thornton Wilder one-act plays for the Trenton Free Public Library in Trenton, NJ. The performances are free to the public, and suitable for all ages.
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 9, 2022
Always Love Lucy Theatre is producing a summer series of Thornton Wilder one-act plays for the Trenton Free Public Library in Trenton, NJ. The performances are free to the public, and suitable for all ages.
MACBETH Opens at Cumberland Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
The Cumberland Theatre will continue their 34th season of entertainment with William Shakespeare's timeless Tragedy of Macbeth. The show will preview on Thursday, March 17th, have its official opening on Friday, March 18th and run through March 27th with evening performances at 8:00 pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
The Cumberland Theatre will continue their 34th season of entertainment with William Shakespeare's timeless Tragedy of Macbeth. The show will preview on Thursday, March 17th, have its official opening on Friday, March 18th and run through March 27th with evening performances at 8:00 pm and Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm.
THE LAST NIGHT AT THE OKI DOG to be Presented as Part of the 2021 Broadway Bound Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2021
244 Productions will present “The Last Night of the Oki Dog,” a new play by Jeff Smith and Len Wechsler, part of the Broadway Bound Theatre Festival (BBTF) 2021 which will be held at Theatre Row (Theatre 2) 410 West 42nd Street (Between 9th & Dyer Avenues).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 30, 2021
244 Productions will present “The Last Night of the Oki Dog,” a new play by Jeff Smith and Len Wechsler, part of the Broadway Bound Theatre Festival (BBTF) 2021 which will be held at Theatre Row (Theatre 2) 410 West 42nd Street (Between 9th & Dyer Avenues).
LADY MACBETH to Open in McCarren Park in Brooklyn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2021
As one of the first live theater productions since the global pandemic shutdown, Lady Macbeth will open on July 23 in McCarren Park, Brooklyn and bring theater back to New York City.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2021
As one of the first live theater productions since the global pandemic shutdown, Lady Macbeth will open on July 23 in McCarren Park, Brooklyn and bring theater back to New York City.
Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, May 6- Christy Altomare, Christine Ebersole and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2020
Today (May 6) in live streaming: Richard Ridge chats Sondheim with Michael Cerveris and Melissa Errico, Christy Altomare sings R&H, and so much more!
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2020
Today (May 6) in live streaming: Richard Ridge chats Sondheim with Michael Cerveris and Melissa Errico, Christy Altomare sings R&H, and so much more!
The Show Must Go Online Will Perform SHAKESPEARE'S STAR WARS; Plus Full Cast Announced For THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2020
The Show Must Go Online today announce a special live performance of Ian Doescher's Shakespeare's Star Wars, presented by Quirk Books as part of their Pop Shakespeare Events, livestreamed on Monday 4 May, 9pm. Also announced today, the full cast for their upcoming livestreamed reading of William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors.
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2020
The Show Must Go Online today announce a special live performance of Ian Doescher's Shakespeare's Star Wars, presented by Quirk Books as part of their Pop Shakespeare Events, livestreamed on Monday 4 May, 9pm. Also announced today, the full cast for their upcoming livestreamed reading of William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors.
Alternative Theater Company Announces Cast for BELIEVEABILITY Benefit For The Actors Fund
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2020
The Alternative Theater Company presents BELIEVEABILITY, the May 18th first Virtual Reading in a series of 10-minute original plays that take on the subject of religious freedom and faith from refreshing and eclectic points of view.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2020
The Alternative Theater Company presents BELIEVEABILITY, the May 18th first Virtual Reading in a series of 10-minute original plays that take on the subject of religious freedom and faith from refreshing and eclectic points of view.
Jack Baldwin, Lynsey Beauchamp and More to Star in THE SHOW MUST GO ONLINE Livestream of HENRY VI Part II
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2020
The Show Must Go Online today announced the full cast for their upcoming livestreamed reading of William Shakespeare's Henry VI Part II. Rob Myles directs Jack Baldwin (Duke of Suffolk), Lynsey Beauchamp (Duke of Gloucester), Will Block (King Henry VI), Alix Dunmore (Earl of Warwick) and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2020
The Show Must Go Online today announced the full cast for their upcoming livestreamed reading of William Shakespeare's Henry VI Part II. Rob Myles directs Jack Baldwin (Duke of Suffolk), Lynsey Beauchamp (Duke of Gloucester), Will Block (King Henry VI), Alix Dunmore (Earl of Warwick) and more.
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Wombat Theatre Co. Presents THE COMPLETE WORKS OF SHAKESPEARE [ABRIDGED]
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2018
Wombat Theatre Company presents a Wombat Theatre Company production of a play that was written by people who have nothing to do with Wombat Theatre Company:
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2018
Wombat Theatre Company presents a Wombat Theatre Company production of a play that was written by people who have nothing to do with Wombat Theatre Company:
Wombat Theatre Co. Presents THE COMPLETE WORKS OF SHAKESPEARE [ABRIDGED]
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2018
Wombat Theatre Company presents a Wombat Theatre Company production of a play that was written by people who have nothing to do with Wombat Theatre Company:
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2018
Wombat Theatre Company presents a Wombat Theatre Company production of a play that was written by people who have nothing to do with Wombat Theatre Company:
San Francisco 49s QB Jimmy Garoppolo Speaks With Peter King Exclusively On NBCSports.com
by Tori Hartshorn - Aug 13, 2018
Peter King's latest edition of “Football Morning in America” on NBCSports.com includes visits with the San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions, Arizona Cardinals and San Diego Chargers as part of his annual training camp tour. This week's column features interviews with 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo on the direction of the franchise, Vikings offensive coordinator John DeFilippo on what lessons he learned from Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson, a look at the national anthem issue, and this week's edition of “What I Learned” with Jacksonville Jaguars DL Yannick Ngakoue.
by Tori Hartshorn - Aug 13, 2018
Peter King's latest edition of “Football Morning in America” on NBCSports.com includes visits with the San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions, Arizona Cardinals and San Diego Chargers as part of his annual training camp tour. This week's column features interviews with 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo on the direction of the franchise, Vikings offensive coordinator John DeFilippo on what lessons he learned from Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson, a look at the national anthem issue, and this week's edition of “What I Learned” with Jacksonville Jaguars DL Yannick Ngakoue.
GUTLESS & GRATEFUL Star is Semi-Finalist in Manhattan Rep Short Play Contest
by Ashlee Latimer - Aug 21, 2016
Playwright, actress and TEDx speaker Amy Oestreicher's short play, 'The Sky is Blue' is now a semifinalist in Manhattan Repertory Theatre's Short Play Contest. On August 24th at 6:30pm and 9:00pm, 8 Finalists will be competing for the 'Best Ten-Minute Play Production' from the best of this month's series.
by Ashlee Latimer - Aug 21, 2016
Playwright, actress and TEDx speaker Amy Oestreicher's short play, 'The Sky is Blue' is now a semifinalist in Manhattan Repertory Theatre's Short Play Contest. On August 24th at 6:30pm and 9:00pm, 8 Finalists will be competing for the 'Best Ten-Minute Play Production' from the best of this month's series.
“Gutless & Grateful” Star Amy Oestreicher Premieres PTSD Short Play at Manhattan Repertory Theatre Contest
by Ashlee Latimer - Aug 13, 2016
Playwright, actress and TEDx speaker Amy Oestreicher, playwright and actress will have her short play, "The Sky is Blue" performed as part of Manhattan Repertory Theatre's Short Play Contest on August 17th and August 20th at 9pm. The scene is a short excerpt from Oestreicher's original full-length drama, Imprints, which will premiere this January at the Thespis Theatre Festival. Manhattan Repertory Theatre is a forum for playwrights, directors and actors to share and explore their craft. "The Sky is Blue" is a tribute to the true-to-life moment the Oestreicher first told her mother she was sexually abused, juxtaposed with the difficult healing process of her family underwent before she awoke from her coma.
by Ashlee Latimer - Aug 13, 2016
Playwright, actress and TEDx speaker Amy Oestreicher, playwright and actress will have her short play, "The Sky is Blue" performed as part of Manhattan Repertory Theatre's Short Play Contest on August 17th and August 20th at 9pm. The scene is a short excerpt from Oestreicher's original full-length drama, Imprints, which will premiere this January at the Thespis Theatre Festival. Manhattan Repertory Theatre is a forum for playwrights, directors and actors to share and explore their craft. "The Sky is Blue" is a tribute to the true-to-life moment the Oestreicher first told her mother she was sexually abused, juxtaposed with the difficult healing process of her family underwent before she awoke from her coma.
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