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BIO

Kalani Queypo is a founding member of SAG-AFTRA’s National Native American Committee and serves on the Advisory Council for Native Voices Theater at the Autry.


Before moving to Los Angeles, Kalani trained in New York City, and was featured on stages all over the country — the Goodspeed Opera House, Trinity Repertory Company, Mark Taper Forum, The Wilma, and The Ordway.
Hollywood has embraced Kalani in the Oscar-nominated, Terrence Malick film, The New World, Steven Spielberg’s Emmy winning Into the West and Slow West (Sundance GRAND JURY PRIZE). Television credits include Mad Men, Nurse Jackie, Bones, Hawaii Five-0, and a critically acclaimed performance as Squanto in Saints & Strangers. Kalani is currently shooting a second season of Jamestown with the producers of Downton Abbey.

STAGE CREDITS

[Chester, CT (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1999
Townsperson

Mingo Indian

Iroqouis Indian

Continental Army Soldier

[St. Paul, MN (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1998
Performer


News


Generation Now Theatre Partnership Provides Update on Progress in 2023, 2024

The five theatres of the landmark Generation Now partnership (Latino Theater Company, Ma-Yi Theater Company, Native Voices, Penumbra, and Children’s Theatre Company) have announced the progress made in the development of multiple commissions by BIPOC artists, of new works for multigeneration audiences.
World Premiere Comedy FOR THE PEOPLE Comes to the Guthrie Theater

The Guthrie Theater will present For the People by Ty Defoe and Larissa FastHorse, directed by Michael John Garcés. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
Chadwick Johnson Releases 'It's Almost Christmas'

Recording artist Chadwick Johnson is releasing his first original holiday single, “It’s Almost Christmas,” on Tuesday, November 29. Written by Chadwick Johnson and Kalani Queypo, “It’s Almost Christmas” can be streamed and downloaded on all music platforms including Spotify. Watch the new music video now!
Chadwick Johnson Brings Holiday Concert to Feinstein's At Vitello's Next Month

Recording artist Chadwick Johnson returns to Feinstein's at Vitello's on Tuesday, November 29 for a holiday concert in celebration of his upcoming single 'It's Almost Christmas.' Chadwick will be joined by the brilliant Todd Schroeder at the piano for an evening of original and seasonal favorites.
LA Opera Launches New Legacy Ambassador Program

LA Opera launches a bold ambassadorship program to forge deep, authentic and longstanding relationships with diverse communities and the key thought-leaders influencing them.
Feature: Chadwick Johnson To Release and Perform His Newest Album UNBREAKABLE at The Space Las Vegas.

Singer and songwriter Chadwick Johnson will release his newest album, Unbreakable showcasing twelve captivating new songs and one cover at The Space Las Vegas on Sept. 16.
Nic Rouleau, Glenn Stanton & Brandi Porter to Star in MISSING PEACE Reading at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat

Rhinebeck Writers Retreat is presenting a reading of MISSING PEACE, a contemporary Native musical by Kalani Queypo and Kyle Puccia. The reading is directed by Devanand Janki (Little Girl Blue-The Nina Simone Musical) and music-directed by Yan Li.
JMF Writers Grove at Goodspeed Announces 30 Participants

Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals will return to the Goodspeed campus January 31 - February 27, 2022 after being virtual in 2021.
Courtney Bassett, Stephen Bogardus, Sommer Carbuccia & More Join 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced this year’s casting for the performances of Little Duende, Māyā, Private Gomer Jones, and TL;DR featured in the 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. This year’s festival will be held on Thursday, October 21 and Friday, October 22, 2021 and will be presented as a digital and in-person hybrid.
Judy Kuhn, Zachary Noah Piser & More to be Featured in NAMT's 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced this year’s casting for the performances of AZUL, Fanny & Stella, Missing Peace and Senior Class featured in the 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS (remaining casting to be announced).
Directors and Music Directors Announced For the 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced this year’s directors and music directors for the 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which will be held on Thursday, October 21 and Friday, October 22, 2021.
National Alliance for Musical Theatre Announces Lineup for 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the line-up of new musicals for their 33rd Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS on Thursday October 20 and Friday, October 21, 2021. This year, NAMT ‘s Festival of New Musicals will be presented as a unique digital and in-person hybrid, allowing wider accessibility for attendees.
20 Writers and New Works Announced For 2021 Johnny Mercer Writers Grove at Goodspeed

This year's Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals is going virtual! In what has become an annual ritual, a total of 20 established and emerging composers, lyricists and librettists representing 11 new musicals will gather in a unique virtual space April 18 – May 1, 2021.
18th Street Arts Center Presents Audio Play THE SECRET HISTORY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Join 18th Street Arts Center artist in residence Susan Suntree for an online launch party of Suntree's Sacred Sites Audio Theater Project on March 6, 2021.
The CW Network Sets Premiere Dates for New Season

The CW Network has revealed premiere dates for its new season primetime schedule beginning in January 2021, it was announced today by Mark Pedowitz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The CW Network.
Next NEW VOICES Concert Features Kyle Puccia And Kalani Queypo

Allen and Gray's digital New Voices Concert series comes back to their Facebook page this Monday (September 28th) and will feature the writers of the new musical, Missing Peace, Kalani Queypo and Kyle Puccia.
VIDEO: Kyle Puccia and Kalani Queypo Join Goodspeed's IN THE (HOME) OFFICE Series

In this episode of In The (Home) Office, Donna Lynn will check in with composer and playwright Kyle Puccia and Kalani Queypo.
VIDEO: Kyle Puccia and Kalani Queypo Join Goodspeed's In The (Home) Office

Goodspeed will stream In The (Home) Office: Kyle Puccia & Kalani Queypo, The live broadcast will begin on Thursday, July 2 at 7pm.
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat Hosting Nine 'Virtual Residencies' For 18 Writers Of Nine New Musicals

For its 10th summer, Rhinebeck Writers Retreat will host nine weeklong 'virtual residencies' for 18 musical theatre writers of nine new musicals.
Greensboro Arts Alliance Announces Mainstage Summer Season

Greensboro Arts Alliance and Residency (GAAR) in Greensboro, Vermont announces its 2019 Mainstage Summer Season, kicking off July 25-28

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