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Nelson Avidon plays Don Jankowicz in the CBS-TV series EAST NEW YORK, with Jimmy Smits. He can be seen onscreen with Edward Norton in MOTHERLESS BROOKLYN as the reporter Jacob Gleason, as Police Chief Gurney in LIFE AFTER YOU, directed by Sarah Schwab, as Christopher Lloyd’s son in the feature film RERUN, directed by Alyssa Bennett, in the Sci-Fi drama 2030, and the comedy ALL YOU CAN EAT. He plays the title character Q in the award-winning short film about a modern-day Don Quixote, and he’s in the films KEEPING THE FAITH, with Edward Norton and Ben Stiller, and in OUR ITALIAN HUSBAND, with Brooke Shields.

Off-Broadway he played Franklin Roosevelt in BETHUNE, Freddy in CHURCH OF ST. LUKE in the Fringe Festival, Dr. Fletcher in STRINGTOWN, a project for Anna Deavere Smith, and Henry in MUD, directed by Elena Araoz, for Boundless Theatre NYC. “Nelson Avidon’s Henry is an insidious force.” – thereviewshub.com

Nelson was seen on Theatre Row playing Ronald Reagan in IN BED WITH ROY COHN. “Nelson Avidon is mesmerizing as Ronald Reagan.” – Theatre Scene

Nelson Avidon is a Lifetime Member of The Actors Studio, where he played “Erie Smith” in HUGHIE, by Eugene O’Neill, and where he appeared in SALOME with Al Pacino, and in ETUDES with Faye Dunaway.

Also on the New York stage, Nelson was in THE BLAMELESS at The Lark, directed by GT Upchurch, in HALF-MOON BAY, directed by John Gould Rubin, and in EXISTING PRIVILEGE, directed by Wilson Milam. He was in CEASEFIRE, directed by Joe Cacaci, at Berkshire Playwright’s Lab.

Nelson has received high praise from The New York Times for several performances: the lead role in the premiere of Michael Weller’s GHOST ON FIRE, the lead in his own play GIRL IN HEAT, and for his work in PROGRESS, at The Hudson Guild Theatre. Nelson created and performed all twelve roles in ROMANCE 1929, and Chekhov would have loved him as Trigorin in THE SEAGULL, and as Solyony in THE THREE SISTERS.

Nelson was Associate Artistic Director of the Hypothetical Theatre Company from 1998-2000, where he directed several premieres.

Nelson Avidon is in several hilarious web series: THE BLUE MARBLE, LOLA DOES MANHATTAN, ALTERNATE SIDE, and I DO!

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The Actors Studio to Present THE PLAYWRIGHT: TALES FROM THE COLOR LINE This Spring

Continuing  its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights The Actors Studio will open its doors to the public for a special event, free and open to the public: The Playwright: Tales From The Color Line on Saturday, March 25 at 7PM.
The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public to Free Events, Including Play Readings & More

This Spring, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.
LIFE AFTER YOU-The Film Depicts an Emotional Family Drama Based on NJ Family's Experience

We had the opportunity to attend a screening of “Life After You” and recommend the film highly.  It is a poignant drama that will truly make a difference in the lives of its viewers. 
The Crossing NYC Film Table Read Moved To Zoom

Last Sunday, thirteen actors in 5 different states logged on to a Zoom conference to stage a reading of a new screenplay, The Crossing. Writer/Director Kevin McLaughlin had planned to do the reading in person at a Manhattan studio on March 15th, but with concern over the COVID-19 virus escalating at the time,
Photo Flash: First Look at CHURCH OF ST. LUKE at FringeNYC

he New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) a production of The Present Company presents The Church of St. Luke in the Fields, a new play about three strangers in the park who can't find their way home written by Jim Shankman (2015 FringeNYC "Best Playwright"). Mr. Shankman directs a cast of three including Nelson Avidon (Motherless Brooklyn, dir. Edward Norton), Lilli Stein ("The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," 2 seasons), and Alex Hazen Floyd('Blue Bloods,' Season 8). The Church of St. Luke in the Fields is being staged at FringeHUB, 685 Washington Street (corner of Charles Street) in NYC's West Village for five performances from October 13-28, 2018.
THE CHURCH OF ST. LUKE IN THE FIELDS, A New Play By Jim Shankman, Comes to FringeNYC

The New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) a production of The Present Company presents The Church of St. Luke in the Fields, a new play about three strangers in the park who can't find their way home written by Jim Shankman (2015 FringeNYC "Best Playwright"). Mr. Shankman directs a cast of three including Nelson Avidon (Motherless Brooklyn, dir. Edward Norton), Lilli Stein ("The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," 2 seasons), and Alex Hazen Floyd ('Blue Bloods,' Season 8). The Church of St. Luke in the Fields is being staged at FringeHUB, 685 Washington Street (corner of Charles Street) in NYC's West Village for five performances from October 13-28, 2018.
Warren Bub to Star in PIECES OF A PLAYWRIGHT II

Warren Bub will star in OASIS.nyTheatreGroup's Pieces of a Playwright II. The poignant and highly entertaining plays of Playwright Nick DeSimone presented by: Oasis.nyTheatreGroup, under the Artistic Direction of Albert Insinnia. With an amazing array of brilliant actors having the time of their life! Nick DeSimone's plays.
Photo Coverage: IN BED WITH ROY COHN Opens Off-Broadway

One of America's most controversial men takes center stage in a new play by Joan Beber called IN BED WITH ROY COHN. Directed by Katrin Hilbe, IN BED WITH ROY COHN opened last night, September 2nd, and will run through October 3rd at Theater Row's Lion Theatre (410 West 42nd Street). Tickets are $55-65 and can be purchased by visiting www.Telecharge.com. Check out photos from opening night below!
IN BED WITH ROY COHN, Starring Christopher Daftsios, Opens Tonight Off-Broadway

One of America's most controversial men takes center stage in a new play by Joan Beber called IN BED WITH ROY COHN. Directed by Katrin Hilbe, IN BED WITH ROY COHN opens tonight, September 2nd, and will run through October 3rd at Theater Row's Lion Theatre (410 West 42nd Street).
Photo Flash: First Look at Off-Broadway's IN BED WITH ROY COHN

Currently Off- Broadway, one of America's most controversial men is taking center stage in a new play by Joan Beber called In Bed With Roy Cohn. Directed by Katrin Hilbe, In Bed With Roy Cohn  began performances on August 25th and will open on September 2nd and will run through October 3rd at Theater Row's Lion Theatre (410 West 42nd Street).  Tickets are $55-65 and can be purchased by visiting www.Telecharge.com.
Joan Beber's IN BED WITH ROY COHN Premieres in NYC Tonight

This month, one of America's most controversial men takes center stage in a new play by Joan Beber called In Bed With Roy Cohn. Directed by Katrin Hilbe, In Bed With Roy Cohn will begin performances tonight, August 25th, and open on September 2nd and will run through October 3rd at Theater Row's Lion Theatre (410 West 42nd Street).
IN BED WITH ROY COHN Begins Later This Month at Lion Theatre

This August, one of America's most controversial men takes center stage in a new play by Joan Beber called In Bed With Roy Cohn. Directed by Katrin Hilbe, In Bed With Roy Cohn will begin performances on August 25th and open on September 2nd and will run through October 3rd at Theater Row's Lion Theatre (410 West 42nd Street).  Tickets are $55-65 and can be purchased by visiting www.Telecharge.com.
Joan Beber's IN BED WITH ROY COHN to Premiere in NYC This August

This August, one of America's most controversial men takes center stage in a new play by Joan Beber called In Bed With Roy Cohn. Directed by Katrin Hilbe, In Bed With Roy Cohn will begin performances on August 25th and open on September 2nd and will run through October 3rd at Theater Row's Lion Theatre (410 West 42nd Street).
THINGS UNSAID to Run 4/28-30 at Historic Players Club

Things Unsaid is an evening of three one-act plays revolving around the theme of words that have been left unspoken--the landlord who cannot bring himself to tell his tenant he loves her, the mother who returns from the dead to finish her conversation with her son, the couple whose fury finally releases after decades of things not spoken.
Rattlestick Playwrights' TheaterJam Set for Tonight

Rattlestick Playwrights Theater presents its fourth annual TheaterJam, a one-day festival featuring the work of many of the company's favorite playwrights, actors and directors. The brainchild of playwright Dael Orlandersmith, the all-day event will take place at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater (224 Waverly Place - off Seventh Avenue South between West 11th & Perry Streets) tonight, June 2nd.
Rattlestick Playwrights' TheaterJam Set for 6/2

Rattlestick Playwrights Theater presents its fourth annual TheaterJam, a one-day festival featuring the work of many of the company's favorite playwrights, actors and directors. The brainchild of playwright Dael Orlandersmith, the all-day event will take place at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater (224 Waverly Place - off Seventh Avenue South between West 11th & Perry Streets) on Sunday, June 2nd. Doors will open at 1:30pm. There is a $10 suggested admission charge (cash only) for all day entry - and includes one free beer. There will be a raffle drawing for amazing prizes. Patrons are free to come and go as they please and attend any - or all-of the festival's many offerings. All proceeds will benefit Rattlestick's upcoming 2013-14 season.

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