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I am proud to announce that I have completed my undergraduate study at St. Joseph's University majoring in Performing Arts. Coursework completed at St. Joseph's University included Film, Modern Theatre, Drama, American Theatre, International Film, Actor into Director, The Film Director, Senior Project, Women in Theatre, Understanding Music, Art History, Music History, Studio Art, Baroque & Rococo Art, Principles of Marketing, The Craft of Language, Spanish, Economics, Western Civilization, Math for Business Majors, Management, The Environment, Theology, Philosophy, Sociology, and Psychology. In January 2003, I proudly received a BA in Fine Arts.
During four years at SJU, I played varsity tennis for the Atlantic 10 Hawks, was a member of University Singers and Chamber Choral Ensemble, and am a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. I performed in musicals and one act plays (Snowboy "West Side Story", Rusty Charlie "Guys & Dolls", Scarecrow "The Wizard of Oz", The Devil "Death Knocks", and King Henry "Henry IV"). In addition, I performed as lead vocalist and percussionist in the band, "Stir Crazy" which performed on the SJU campus and around the Philadelphia area. October 2004, I performed acoustic guitar at Chuck U. Farley's Bar and Grille and also performed at The Summit Club At Summit Park in Roxborough, PA.
In 2004, I performed in the Storybook Musical Theatre production of "The Wizard of Oz" as the Tinman. I also performed as a principal player with the Murder Mystery Players. I was cast as a featured actor and stand-in in Lee Daniels film "Shawdowboxer", and was cast as an extra in the 20th Century Fox Flm "In Her Shoes." At the Walnut Street Theatre I performed as understudy in "Annie Warbucks" and received Apprentice scholarship September 2004 through February 2005. I sincerely appreciate all audition opportunities which allow for personal growth and experience as a performer.
In 2003, I appeared in a principal role as Bianco in Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" at McShain Theatre. Also in 2003, I was cast as a member of the Philadelphia Phillies Phanstormers entertaining at Veteran's Stadium. I have enjoyed opportunities working on the set of CBS Primetime series "Hack" and have appeared in various scenes as a featured actor, stand-in and extra. I've appeared in independent short films in/around the Philadelphia area and was cast as an extra on the WB "Jamie Kennedy Experiment" as well as Touchstone Pictures "National Treasure." I've continued my interest in Theatre by working as an Understudy and performing in "Hello Dolly", "Annie", and "La Vie en Bleu" at the Walnut Street Theatre, the oldest theatre in America.
Additional theatre and acting credits over the years have included playing the lead character, Danny Zuko, in "Grease", Rocky in "Damn Yankees", and Lewis in "Pippin" at the Indianapolis Civic Theatre. During these performance runs, I appeared on FOX Channel 59 promoting the Indianapolis Civic Theatre. I also performed in the dance ensemble of "Damn Yankees" at The Hedback Theatre/Footlite Musicals Production, and have performed in pre-game ceremonies at the Indianapolis Indian's Victory Field. In high school, I performed the role of Mr. Applegate in "Damn Yankees", and was a member of the Barber Shop Quartet in "The Music Man."
While attending college, I appeared on several episodes of ABC Studio's "All My Children" as a bar patron. I also appeared in "Behind Closed Doors "featuring Joan Lunden", an A&E Channel documentary, and I appeared in a Philadelphia Infomercial on cable television's Travel Network. These early experiences strengthened my ambition and desire to pursue my dream of becoming a successful actor. My goal since graduating from college is to broaden my knowledge of theatre, film, radio and television through experience and continued education of the arts.
Besides, singing, dancing, guitar & tennis, my interests also include songwriting, golf, basketball, modeling, traveling, physical fitness, bicycling, reading, and Indianapolis Motor Speedway/Indy 500. I enjoyed my involvement with Radio Station WBEB 101.1FM (B101) working as a part-time promotion assistant and weekend board operator. I am currently working with WIBC-AM (1070) and WLHK-FM (97.1/HANK FM) as Producer and On Air/DJ and look forward to more opportunities at Emmis Communications. (Rev 1/07).
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Member: - American Federation of Television and Recording Artists (AFTRA)
- Screen Actor's Guild (SAG)
- Actor's Equity Eligible
- Buck Creek Players, Indianapolis, IN
- Theatre Alliance of Greater Philadelphia 2002-2005
- Murder Mystery Players 2002-2004
- Philadelphia Phillies PhanStormers, '03
- Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity
- United States Tennis Association (USTA)
- Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce
__________________________________________________ Email Address: double_d1231@hotmail.com __________________________________________________ Education: - St. Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA, Major: Theatre & Performing Arts, BFA 1/03
- Production Training, WBEB-FM101.1 Philadelphia (B101), Bala Cynwyd, PA, 4/05-5/05
- Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, PA, Apprentice: General Management, 9/04 - 2/05
- Koresh School of Dance, Philadelphia, PA, Modern Jazz, Hip Hop
- Private Guitar Instruction, Michael Kelly Smith, Philadelphia, PA
- Indianapolis Civic Theatre
- TVI Studios, NY, Soap Opera Technique, Eli Tray, Casting--All My Children; Scene Study, Christie Dooley--Casting The Bold and The Beautiful _____________________________________________________
Volunteer Activities: - Buck Creek Players, Indianapolis, IN, Principal
- Independent Film Projects, Principal & Featured Actor See Fairview Films
- University Singers & Chamber Choral Ensemble, St. Joseph's University, Officer & Co-Chair Leader
- Service Learning Project, St. Joseph's University, serving St. John's Hospice
- WFYI Channel 20, Broadcast local news for sight impaired listeners
- RCA Tennis Championship, Indianapolis, IN, Team Captain for Ballboy Services. Security Services
- Nightmare on Edgewood, Halloween character at Edgewood Little League Haunted House, Indianapolis, IN
- Licensed Life Guard, CPR Certified, YMCA, Indianapolis, IN
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Awards: 2007 Encore Award Nominee for Best Supporting Actor in Drama, "Haunting of Hill House", Indianapolis, IN 2007 State of Indiana 4.5 League Doubles Tennis Champion Most Outstanding Performer, Indianapolis Civic Theatre,
Rocky in "Damn Yankees", 2001 4 Star Theatre Review, "Grease", 2002 Hole in One, Sigma Phi Epsilon Golf Tournament, Cobb's Creek Golf Club, Philadelphia, PA, 2002 Blanket Award, 4 Year letter winner for St. Joseph's University Division I Tennis Team, 1998-2002 Dean's List, St. Joseph's University, 1999/2000
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10 Year Employment History: - AT&T Mobility, Sales & Customer Service, Indianapolis, IN 10/07-Present
- Emmis Communications - WLHK-FM 97.1 HANK-FM, Part-time/Weekend Production Board Operator - IU Basketball, Indianapolis 500; Part-Time On Air DJ; Interim Producer Wank & O'Brien Morning Show, WIBC-AM 1070 - Production/Board Operator, Indianapolis, IN, 4/06-Present
- Courtyard Realty, Computer Support/Office Staff for Family Owned Business, Indianapolis, IN 5/97-9/07
- Program Director - Perry Township & Indian Creek School Summer Tennis Program, 5/06 - 7/07
- Perry Meridian High School, Assistant Tennis Coach/Girl's Tennis, Instructor, 4/06-6/07
- Musician, Guitar Instructor, 2003-Present
- Metropolitan School District of Perry Township-Rise Learning Center, Indianapolis, IN, Teacher Asst/Substitute Teacher, 8/05-11/06,
- WBEB 101.1FM Philadelphia (B101), Bala Cynwyd, PA, Production Assistant, National Sales Executive Assistant & Local Sales Promotions Team Leader, Weekend/Evening Board Operator, 4/04-5/05
- Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, PA, Management Apprentice 9/04-2/05
- Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, PA, Understudy
- Storybook Musical Theatre, Philadelphia, PA, Principal
- Shadowboxer, Lee Daniels, Director, Philadelphia, PA, Featured Actor & Stand-In
- Murder Mystery Players, Philadelphia, PA, Principal
- 20th Century Fox, In Her Shoes, Philadelphia, PA, Extra, Disney/Touchstone Pictures, National Treasure, Extra, Warner Brothers, Jamie Kennedy Experiment, Extra, CBS Broadcasting, Primetime, Hack, Featured, Stand-In, ABC Studios, NY, Daytime Soap, All My Children, Patron
- Philadelphia Phillies, Entertainer/Singer
- Chili's Grill & Bar, Philadelphia, PA, Bartender/Waiter
- YMCA, Philadelphia, PA, Tennis Instructor
- Perry Township Tennis @ Southport H.S., Indianapolis, IN, Tennis Instructor
- Greenwood Parks & Recreation, Supervisor, Greenwood Community Pool & Recreation Center
- Einstein Bagels, Restaurant Sales & Food Prep, Indpls, IN 1998
- The Finish Line, Retail Sales & Stock, Indianapolis, IN 1997
- Baxter YMCA, Camp Counselor for K through 6th grade, Indianapolis, IN 1999 ____________________________________________________
Special Skills/Qualities: - Dependable, Creative, Focused, Energetic, Goal Driven, Team Player
- Improvisation, Public Speaking, Voice Over, Creative Writing
- Music - Guitar, Harmonica, Piano, Drums, Sight-reading, Songwriting, Voice Training (Baritone)
- Athletic - Tennis, Golf, Basketball, Soccer, Football,
Water skiing, Softball, Rollerblading, Bicycling
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