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James (they | them - anything, just don't be shady) is an actor, singer, and multi-disciplined artist of AfroCarolinian roots from Philadelphia, PA.

Over the last decade plus, James has journeyed throughout the United States honing their skills as a performer, becoming an ensemble member with the Chicago physical theatre troupe, Theater Unspeakable; and training with the New York Film Academy, The School at Steppenwolf (Group 21), PMTI/PTAI with Lee Edward Colston II, and an MFA from American Conservatory Theater earning a reputation as a master shapeshifter and storyteller of stage and screen.

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BLUE DOOR Comes to Aurora Theatre Company Next Month


Aurora Theatre Company will launch the penultimate show of its 32nd season with Tanya Barfield’s BLUE DOOR. BLUE DOOR will be presented in-person on Aurora’s mainstage from April 19-May 19.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL To Return To A.C.T. For The Last Time In Its Current Version


Experience the timeless tale of 'A Christmas Carol' as it returns to A.C.T. for the last time in its current version. Catch the limited engagement from November 25th to December 24th. Book your seats now and celebrate the holiday season with this beloved production.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to the American Conservatory Theater Stage for the First Time in Three Years


American Conservatory Theater will usher in the holiday season with the in-person return of its celebrated production of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. A Christmas Carol performs at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theater November 30–December 24, 2022. 

Photos: First Look at THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME World Premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre


Berkeley Repertory Theatre is presenting the world premiere production of the ripple, the wave that carried me home by Christina Anderson, directed by Jackson Gay, and produced in association with Goodman Theatre. Performances run through Sunday, October 16. Get a first look at photos here!

Cast Announced for the World Premiere of THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME at Berkeley Repertory Theatre


Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced casting for the world premiere production of the ripple, the wave that carried me home by Christina Anderson, directed by Jackson Gay, and produced in association with Goodman Theatre. 

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