Jon Spano
Latest News on Jon Spano:
Emerging Artists Theatre Announces Lineup For Spark Theatre Festival NYC (Feb 9, 2023)
New Play DENNIS by Jon Spano to Begin Performances in March (Feb 25, 2020)
BWW Review: THE SHADOW BOX Hurts So Good at Gene Frankel Theater (Feb 3, 2020)
Emerging Artists Theatre Announces Lineup For Spark Theatre Festival NYC (Feb 9, 2023)
New Play DENNIS by Jon Spano to Begin Performances in March (Feb 25, 2020)
BWW Review: THE SHADOW BOX Hurts So Good at Gene Frankel Theater (Feb 3, 2020)
BIO
Dancer-turned-actor/playwright, Jon's recent lead and supporting roles include the short films With Robert; Jaywalkers; Almost; Picking Up The Pieces; Internal; and Joaquin. Mr. Spano recently appeared as “Steve” in Tennessee Williams' Small Craft Warnings with Regeneration Theatre. He recently played "Tokio," the boxing trainer, and “Eddie Fuseli,” the mobster, in two consecutive productions of Clifford Odetts' Golden Boy. Jon also played the dual role of "Inspector Sinclair / Big Sexy" in Certifiably Yours, a farce staged by Emerging Artists at TADA!.
Jon danced professionally for fifteen years and performed in a dozen musicals on tour, in Europe, at the Public Theatre (Peggy and Jackson), and at Duo Theatre in New York. Jon studied acting with Sanford Meisner and William Alderson and is an alumnus of NYU. Dog fanatic, chef, Bikram yoga practitioner, member of The Dramatists Guild and Best Friends Animal Shelter.
As playwright, Jon's new play DENNIS opened to standing ovations in its first presentation at Theatre 54 in April, 2018. Dennis is aimed for its next-level production in 2019. Sebastian, his latest play, is a prequel to Suddenly Last Summer. Jon's dance play JOEY VARIATIONS (semi-finalist at both Lark Play Development Center and the O’Neill Playwrights Conference) was an award-winning hit at the 2016 New York Fringe Festival.
His short plays The Sweat; Ripple Effect; 8th Wonder; and Second Son have been winners and finalists at several festivals. Many of his plays have been published by Smith & Kraus. Jon is developing screenplays based on his plays Joey Variations and Muskego Lake.
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Emerging Artists Theatre Announces Lineup For Spark Theatre Festival NYC
Emerging Artists Theatre (EAT) is kicking off their 30th anniversary season by changing the name of their bi-annual New Work Series to Spark Theatre Festival NYC. The company will also return to premiering new works Off-Broadway in Fall 2023.
Emerging Artists Theatre (EAT) is kicking off their 30th anniversary season by changing the name of their bi-annual New Work Series to Spark Theatre Festival NYC. The company will also return to premiering new works Off-Broadway in Fall 2023.
New Play DENNIS by Jon Spano to Begin Performances in March
Playwright Jon Spano explores one man's personal struggle to reinvent his identity in the face of mortality in his new play Dennis. Directed by Aaron Salazar and starring Patrick Boyd, with original music by Manuel Pelayo and Giancarlo Bonfanti, this contemporary story about finding connection through self-discovery will play Theatre 54 at Shetler Studios & Theatres (244 West 54th Street), for a limited engagement from March 26 through April 5. Opening is set for March 29. Tickets, priced at $35, are available online at tiny.cc/dennistheplay. For more information, please visit dennistheplay.com.
Playwright Jon Spano explores one man's personal struggle to reinvent his identity in the face of mortality in his new play Dennis. Directed by Aaron Salazar and starring Patrick Boyd, with original music by Manuel Pelayo and Giancarlo Bonfanti, this contemporary story about finding connection through self-discovery will play Theatre 54 at Shetler Studios & Theatres (244 West 54th Street), for a limited engagement from March 26 through April 5. Opening is set for March 29. Tickets, priced at $35, are available online at tiny.cc/dennistheplay. For more information, please visit dennistheplay.com.
BWW Review: THE SHADOW BOX Hurts So Good at Gene Frankel Theater
Who knew that demise could border on delightful? Although any one of the mortality-mindful tales portrayed in The Shadow Box would serve as a viable brink from which one could face death, three stories converge to create a powerful and entertaining metanarrative nexus where life meets loss, love challenges longing, and truth holds fast in the shadows. In both dramatic form and visceral feeling, The Shadow Box from Regeneration Theatre takes hold early and never lets go.
Who knew that demise could border on delightful? Although any one of the mortality-mindful tales portrayed in The Shadow Box would serve as a viable brink from which one could face death, three stories converge to create a powerful and entertaining metanarrative nexus where life meets loss, love challenges longing, and truth holds fast in the shadows. In both dramatic form and visceral feeling, The Shadow Box from Regeneration Theatre takes hold early and never lets go.
The Shadow Box Returns To NYC After 25 Years
Regeneration Theatre - once again - revives a powerful play tackling topic still timely.
Regeneration Theatre - once again - revives a powerful play tackling topic still timely.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With The NY Premiere of THE ARCHBISHOP'S CEILING
Regeneration Theatre presents a rare Arthur Miller play never seen in New York City, The Archbishop's Ceiling.
Regeneration Theatre presents a rare Arthur Miller play never seen in New York City, The Archbishop's Ceiling.
Cast Announced For Rare Miller Play THE ARCHBISHOP'S CEILING
The Archbishop's Ceiling by Arthur Miller. Regeneration Theatre presents a rare Arthur Miller play never seen in New York City. Performing at Urban Stages, 259 West 30th Street, NYC
The Archbishop's Ceiling by Arthur Miller. Regeneration Theatre presents a rare Arthur Miller play never seen in New York City. Performing at Urban Stages, 259 West 30th Street, NYC
Photo Flash: First Look at Regeneration Theatre's SMALL CRAFT WARNINGS
Regeneration Theatre present SMALL CRAFT WARNING by Tennessee Williams runs until Sunday Nov 11 at the 13th Street Rep, 50 West 13th Street, NYC.
Regeneration Theatre present SMALL CRAFT WARNING by Tennessee Williams runs until Sunday Nov 11 at the 13th Street Rep, 50 West 13th Street, NYC.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with SMALL CRAFT WARNING
Barnaby Edwards and Regeneration Theatre present SMALL CRAFT WARNING by Tennessee Williams runs Thursday - Saturday: November 1-3
Barnaby Edwards and Regeneration Theatre present SMALL CRAFT WARNING by Tennessee Williams runs Thursday - Saturday: November 1-3
Complete Cast Announced For Williams' SMALL CRAFT WARNINGS Presented By Regeneration
Casting is completed for Small Craft Warnings by Tennessee Williams presented by Barnaby Edwards and Regeneration Theatre.
Casting is completed for Small Craft Warnings by Tennessee Williams presented by Barnaby Edwards and Regeneration Theatre.
URBAN COWBOY's Aaron Latham Directs Site-Specific Production of GOLDEN BOY, Beginning Tonight in Brooklyn
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s.
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s.
GOLDEN BOY at Gleason's Gym Fights Parkinson's
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s. This production is a fundrasing event for two non-profit organizations: The Michael J. Fox Foundation and stoPD (Support and Training to Overcome Parkinson's Disease). This revival of Odets' masterpiece will be directed by Aaron Latham, author of the films Urban Cowboy, The Program and the Broadway musical Urban Cowboy. Mr. Latham has been living with Parkinson's disease for several years. At age 72, this production is his theatrical directorial debut. This unique production will also feature professional actors who are living with Parkinson's in some of the main roles. A tribute to the Parkinson's community and a testament to its strength and potential.
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s. This production is a fundrasing event for two non-profit organizations: The Michael J. Fox Foundation and stoPD (Support and Training to Overcome Parkinson's Disease). This revival of Odets' masterpiece will be directed by Aaron Latham, author of the films Urban Cowboy, The Program and the Broadway musical Urban Cowboy. Mr. Latham has been living with Parkinson's disease for several years. At age 72, this production is his theatrical directorial debut. This unique production will also feature professional actors who are living with Parkinson's in some of the main roles. A tribute to the Parkinson's community and a testament to its strength and potential.
URBAN COWBOY's Aaron Latham to Direct Site-Specific Production of GOLDEN BOY in Brooklyn
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s.
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s.
Aaron Latham Will Direct GOLDEN BOY in Brooklyn
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s. This production is a fundrasing event for two non-profit organizations: The Michael J. Fox Foundation and stoPD (Support and Training to Overcome Parkinson's Disease). This revival of Odets' masterpiece will be directed by Aaron Latham, author of the films Urban Cowboy, The Program and the Broadway musical Urban Cowboy. Mr. Latham has been living with Parkinson's disease for several years. At age 72, this production is his theatrical directorial debut. This unique production will also feature professional actors who are living with Parkinson's in some of the main roles. A tribute to the Parkinson's community and a testament to its strength and potential.
StoPD and Shetler Studios present Golden Boy, written by Clifford Odets and directed by Aaron Latham. Staged at Gleason's Gym, the world famous boxing mecca that contributed to inspiring Odets back in 1937, this full scale production will be the first time Golden Boy will be presented in a site-specific setting with original equipment and ring from 1940s-50s. This production is a fundrasing event for two non-profit organizations: The Michael J. Fox Foundation and stoPD (Support and Training to Overcome Parkinson's Disease). This revival of Odets' masterpiece will be directed by Aaron Latham, author of the films Urban Cowboy, The Program and the Broadway musical Urban Cowboy. Mr. Latham has been living with Parkinson's disease for several years. At age 72, this production is his theatrical directorial debut. This unique production will also feature professional actors who are living with Parkinson's in some of the main roles. A tribute to the Parkinson's community and a testament to its strength and potential.
Jon Spano's JOEY VARIATIONS: A PLAY WITH DANCE to Play FringeNYC
Jon Spano's Joey Variations: A Play With Dance makes its World Premiere at the 20th annual New York International Fringe Festival.
Jon Spano's Joey Variations: A Play With Dance makes its World Premiere at the 20th annual New York International Fringe Festival.
JOEY VARIATIONS: A PLAY WITH DANCE to Premiere at FringeNYC
Jon Spano's Joey Variations: A Play With Dance makes its World Premiere at the 20th annual New York International Fringe Festival.
Jon Spano's Joey Variations: A Play With Dance makes its World Premiere at the 20th annual New York International Fringe Festival.
Poetic Theater Productions to Present PARADOX OF THE URBAN CLICHE, Begin. 2/5
Poetic Theater Productions has announced the world premiere production of PARADOX OF THE URBAN CLICHE, written by Craig 'muMs' Grant and directed by Reginald L. Douglas, part of POETIC LICENSE 2015: subconscious.
Poetic Theater Productions has announced the world premiere production of PARADOX OF THE URBAN CLICHE, written by Craig 'muMs' Grant and directed by Reginald L. Douglas, part of POETIC LICENSE 2015: subconscious.
EATfest 2011 Announces Schedule, Runs At TADA Theatre 3/7-20
Emerging Artists Theatre presents a slate of new work: one-act, full-length and in-progress plays, in its annual EATfest, running March 7-20, 2011 at TADA Theatre.
Emerging Artists Theatre presents a slate of new work: one-act, full-length and in-progress plays, in its annual EATfest, running March 7-20, 2011 at TADA Theatre.
EATFest to Include Works by Mark Finley, John Zygmunt and Babs Lindsay
Emerging Artists Theatre has announced the lineup for its annual EATfest, which will run this year from March 7-20, 2011 at TADA Theatre.
Emerging Artists Theatre has announced the lineup for its annual EATfest, which will run this year from March 7-20, 2011 at TADA Theatre.
EATfest 2011 Announces Schedule, Runs At TADA Theatre 3/7-20
Emerging Artists Theatre presents a slate of new work: one-act, full-length and in-progress plays, in its annual EATfest, running March 7-20, 2011 at TADA Theatre.
Emerging Artists Theatre presents a slate of new work: one-act, full-length and in-progress plays, in its annual EATfest, running March 7-20, 2011 at TADA Theatre.
2009 Spring EATFest Comes To TADA For 2 Week Engagement
EMERGING ARTISTS THEATRE, Paul Adams, Artistic Director, and Derek Jamison, Associate Artistic Director, present the 2009 Spring EATFest, for a two-week limited engagement at TADA Theatre. Performances begin Monday, February 23, 2009, and run through Sunday, March 8, 2009. Spring EATFest 2009 TADA Theatre 15 West 28th St, 2nd Floor Mon Feb 23rd - Sun Mar 8th
EMERGING ARTISTS THEATRE, Paul Adams, Artistic Director, and Derek Jamison, Associate Artistic Director, present the 2009 Spring EATFest, for a two-week limited engagement at TADA Theatre. Performances begin Monday, February 23, 2009, and run through Sunday, March 8, 2009. Spring EATFest 2009 TADA Theatre 15 West 28th St, 2nd Floor Mon Feb 23rd - Sun Mar 8th
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