Joe Staton
Latest News on Joe Staton:
SNAZZY to Make New York Debut at LATEA Theater with RiffRaff NYC (Jun 5, 2026)
JULIUS CAESAR to Open at The Flea with Ensemble Shakespeare Company (Jun 1, 2026)
Laura Laman Joins International Cast of SNAZZY at New York Theatre Festival (May 1, 2026)
SNAZZY to Make New York Debut at LATEA Theater with RiffRaff NYC (Jun 5, 2026)
JULIUS CAESAR to Open at The Flea with Ensemble Shakespeare Company (Jun 1, 2026)
Laura Laman Joins International Cast of SNAZZY at New York Theatre Festival (May 1, 2026)
BIO
JOE STATON
Joe Staton is a British Actor based in London and New York City. He is a graduate of the Stella Adler Studio of Acting (Two Year Evening Conservatory) in New York and the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in London (One Year Foundation Diploma). Originally from Minehead, Somerset, he spent the majority of his life growing up in France and Spain.
Joe is the founder of the Blind Cupid Shakespeare Company, with the goal of bringing professional Shakespeare to the British regions of Spain. Recent credits include Brutus (Blind Cupid Shakespeare Company, Zoom) Malvolio (Daucus Carota Theatre, Zoom performance), Benvolio (Romeo and Juliet- Shakespeare In The Woods, Vermont), Gremio (Taming of the Shrew, Shakespeare In the Woods, Vermont) and Frances Flute (A Midsummer Night's Dream- The Classic Theatre of San Antionio)
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SNAZZY to Make New York Debut at LATEA Theater with RiffRaff NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
RiffRaff NYC will present SNAZZY, a new play by Joe Staton based on his mother's memoir about founding face-paint brand Snazaroo, at LATEA Theater in Manhattan as part of the New York Theatre Festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2026
RiffRaff NYC will present SNAZZY, a new play by Joe Staton based on his mother's memoir about founding face-paint brand Snazaroo, at LATEA Theater in Manhattan as part of the New York Theatre Festival.
JULIUS CAESAR to Open at The Flea with Ensemble Shakespeare Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Ensemble Shakespeare Company will present JULIUS CAESAR at The Flea Theater in Tribeca, NYC, in a contemporary staging that examines political ambition, moral conviction, and civil discourse giving way to violence.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
Ensemble Shakespeare Company will present JULIUS CAESAR at The Flea Theater in Tribeca, NYC, in a contemporary staging that examines political ambition, moral conviction, and civil discourse giving way to violence.
Laura Laman Joins International Cast of SNAZZY at New York Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Laura Laman, a Netherlands-born actress trained at the Stella Adler Studio, will make her New York stage debut in SNAZZY, a new play by Joe Staton premiering at LATEA Theater as part of the New York Theatre Festival.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
Laura Laman, a Netherlands-born actress trained at the Stella Adler Studio, will make her New York stage debut in SNAZZY, a new play by Joe Staton premiering at LATEA Theater as part of the New York Theatre Festival.
Naomi Orange Will Appear in New York Premiere of SNAZZY, True Story of Snazaroo
by Gillian Blum - Apr 11, 2026
New Zealand-raised actress Naomi Orange, granddaughter of distinguished New Zealand historian and author Dame Claudia Orange, will appear in the world premiere of Snazzy, a new play debuting this July at the New York Theatre Festival in Manhattan.
by Gillian Blum - Apr 11, 2026
New Zealand-raised actress Naomi Orange, granddaughter of distinguished New Zealand historian and author Dame Claudia Orange, will appear in the world premiere of Snazzy, a new play debuting this July at the New York Theatre Festival in Manhattan.
Leighton Buzzard Director Chloe Champken to Direct New Play SNAZZY in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
SNAZZY, a new play about the founding of the Snazaroo face-painting brand, will premiere at LATEA Theater as part of the New York Theatre Festival in July 2026, directed by Chloe Champken and written by Joe Staton.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
SNAZZY, a new play about the founding of the Snazaroo face-painting brand, will premiere at LATEA Theater as part of the New York Theatre Festival in July 2026, directed by Chloe Champken and written by Joe Staton.
Cumberland Theatre to Stage Fresh Adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
The Cumberland Theatre will present a new adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, directed by Kimberli Rowley, from March 26 to April 4. This version, penned by Kate Hamill, offers a modern take on Jane Austen's classic.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
The Cumberland Theatre will present a new adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, directed by Kimberli Rowley, from March 26 to April 4. This version, penned by Kate Hamill, offers a modern take on Jane Austen's classic.
SNAZZY Premieres at New York Theatre Festival This July
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
SNAZZY, a new play by Joe Staton, will premiere at the New York Theatre Festival this July at the LATEA Theater. The play, inspired by the memoir 'A Snazzy Tale' by Staton's mother, explores the origins of the global face-painting brand Snazaroo. Set against a backdrop of love, loss, and entrepreneurship, the story delves into the personal and professional challenges faced by Staton's parents in the 1980s as they created a product that would bring joy to children worldwide. The play offers audie
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
SNAZZY, a new play by Joe Staton, will premiere at the New York Theatre Festival this July at the LATEA Theater. The play, inspired by the memoir 'A Snazzy Tale' by Staton's mother, explores the origins of the global face-painting brand Snazaroo. Set against a backdrop of love, loss, and entrepreneurship, the story delves into the personal and professional challenges faced by Staton's parents in the 1980s as they created a product that would bring joy to children worldwide. The play offers audie
RiffRaff NYC To Host Live Instagram Q&A With Ayush Mahesh Khedekar
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
RiffRaff NYC will host a live Instagram conversation with actor Ayush Mahesh Khedekar as part of its international artist spotlight series. The free event continues RiffRaff NYC’s mission to connect emerging artists with international voices.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
RiffRaff NYC will host a live Instagram conversation with actor Ayush Mahesh Khedekar as part of its international artist spotlight series. The free event continues RiffRaff NYC’s mission to connect emerging artists with international voices.
RiffRaff NYC to Present Reading of Joe Stanton's SNAZZY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
RiffRaff NYC will present a rehearsed reading of SNAZZY, a new play by writer Joe Staton. The reading will take place at The Rat NYC. SNAZZY is drawn from Staton's unique family history as the son of the founders of Snazaroo.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
RiffRaff NYC will present a rehearsed reading of SNAZZY, a new play by writer Joe Staton. The reading will take place at The Rat NYC. SNAZZY is drawn from Staton's unique family history as the son of the founders of Snazaroo.
RiffRaff NYC To Present Rehearsed Reading Of SNAZZY In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
RiffRaff NYC will present a rehearsed reading of SNAZZY, a new play written and produced by Joe Staton, on December 19 at The Rat NYC. The work is inspired by Lauren Staton’s memoir A Snazzy Tale and traces the origins of the global face-painting brand Snazaroo. The reading will feature a cast of seven and marks part of the play’s continued development toward future presentations.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
RiffRaff NYC will present a rehearsed reading of SNAZZY, a new play written and produced by Joe Staton, on December 19 at The Rat NYC. The work is inspired by Lauren Staton’s memoir A Snazzy Tale and traces the origins of the global face-painting brand Snazaroo. The reading will feature a cast of seven and marks part of the play’s continued development toward future presentations.
Ensemble Shakespeare Company Brings A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to The Flea
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025
Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative ensemble for classical theater, is presenting A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare's classic comedy told with the company's unique and intimate style of storytelling.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025
Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative ensemble for classical theater, is presenting A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare's classic comedy told with the company's unique and intimate style of storytelling.
RiffRaff NYC to Present IMMIGRANT STORIES - LIFE IN AMERICA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025
RiffRaff NYC will present its third immigrant theater festival: Immigrant Stories - Life in America. This event features five original short plays that offer perspectives on what it means to navigate as an immigrant in the United States. Learn ore!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025
RiffRaff NYC will present its third immigrant theater festival: Immigrant Stories - Life in America. This event features five original short plays that offer perspectives on what it means to navigate as an immigrant in the United States. Learn ore!
JULIUS CEASAR Comes to Ensemble Shakespeare Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative theatre ensemble for classical theater, presents Julius Caesar, the cautionary tragedy uniquely explored as part of ESC's Works in Progress initiative.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative theatre ensemble for classical theater, presents Julius Caesar, the cautionary tragedy uniquely explored as part of ESC's Works in Progress initiative.
A MAN CALLED PARIS Queer Take on ROMEO AND JULIET is Coming to The Rat NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
The first ever public reading of Hannah Rae's original play 'A Man Called Paris'; a queer and out there take on Romeo and Juliet is playing at The Rat NYC. Learn how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025
The first ever public reading of Hannah Rae's original play 'A Man Called Paris'; a queer and out there take on Romeo and Juliet is playing at The Rat NYC. Learn how to attend.
RiffRaff NYC to Present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Reimagined In A Magical Nightclub Setting
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 27, 2024
RiffRaff NYC has announced its latest production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream set in a mystical nightclub. Shakespeare's classic tale of love and magic will run at Court Square Theater, November 20-24.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 27, 2024
RiffRaff NYC has announced its latest production of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream set in a mystical nightclub. Shakespeare's classic tale of love and magic will run at Court Square Theater, November 20-24.
NuWorks Summer Festival At Nubox Theater Presents Finalist Play DROPPING THE HANDKERCHIEF
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2024
The NuWorks Summer Festival features 'Dropping the Handkerchief,' a Victorian-era romance by Kendra Augustin, directed by Chrissy Sheehan. Performances at Nubox Theater on August 24th and 25th.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2024
The NuWorks Summer Festival features 'Dropping the Handkerchief,' a Victorian-era romance by Kendra Augustin, directed by Chrissy Sheehan. Performances at Nubox Theater on August 24th and 25th.
Tickets Available For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING & THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Court Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024
Tickets are now available for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Court Square Theater in LIC. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024
Tickets are now available for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Court Square Theater in LIC. Learn how to purchase tickets.
RiffRaff NYC to Present SUNSET SONNETS: Shakespeare Under The Stars In Williamsburg
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024
RiffRaff NYC will present 'Sunset Sonnets,' an immersive rooftop performance of Shakespearean sonnets.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024
RiffRaff NYC will present 'Sunset Sonnets,' an immersive rooftop performance of Shakespearean sonnets.
KNOCK KNOCK Comes To The Flea Theater In Tribeca
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
The Rogue Theater Festival will present 'KNOCK KNOCK,' a theatrical production coming to the Flea Theater in Tribeca, New York, on June 5th at 7:30 PM.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
The Rogue Theater Festival will present 'KNOCK KNOCK,' a theatrical production coming to the Flea Theater in Tribeca, New York, on June 5th at 7:30 PM.
RiffRaff NYC to Present IMMIGRANTS IN NEW YORK Showcase, A Celebration of Cultural Diversity and Immigrant Voices
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024
RiffRaff NYC will present 'Immigrants in New York', a celebration of cultural diversity and immigrant voices through five captivating short plays. Learn more about the showcase here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024
RiffRaff NYC will present 'Immigrants in New York', a celebration of cultural diversity and immigrant voices through five captivating short plays. Learn more about the showcase here!
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