Robert Pollock
Birth Place: Jersey City, NJ
Latest News on Robert Pollock:
Ato Blankson-Wood, Asmeret Ghebremichael & More to Take Part in Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Arts in Action Festival (Jul 20, 2022)
RAINBOW GIRLS DETECTIVE AGENCY to be Presented At Open-Door Playhouse in July (Jun 28, 2022)
Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre Announces 2021-22 Lineup (Jul 19, 2021)
Ato Blankson-Wood, Asmeret Ghebremichael & More to Take Part in Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Arts in Action Festival (Jul 20, 2022)
RAINBOW GIRLS DETECTIVE AGENCY to be Presented At Open-Door Playhouse in July (Jun 28, 2022)
Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre Announces 2021-22 Lineup (Jul 19, 2021)
BIO
Robert Pollock is the manager of the Prison Writing Program at PEN America. For over a decade, he has worked with the justice system and its intersection with the arts. He is an ongoing participant in Rehabilitation Through the Arts, Musicambia, Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison, and Carnegie Hall’s Musical Connections Advisory Committee. He has collaborated with the Fortune Society, Osborne Association, and several NYC grassroots organizations. He has participated in workshops and panels at Columbia, Harvard, NYU, Yale, and other universities to advocate for the power of the arts in prison education and restorative justice practices. As a visual artist, he illustrated the picture book for children of incarcerated parents, Sing Sing Midnight, which is used in therapeutic settings around the country. As a singer-songwriter, his compositions have been heard at the Obama White House, the RFK Human Rights Foundation, Create Justice forums, the Vera Institute of Justice Gala, the New York Ethical Society, and Carnegie Hall. Robert is a Fall 2019 New York Community Trust Leadership Fellow.
STAGE CREDITS
Additional Credits
Superior Donuts, Sing Sing Correctional Facility, 2011
A Few Good Men, Sing Sing Correctional Facility, 2012 (featured in Dramatic Escape, Sabateur Media)
Going Forward with Gus, 2018 Break Out, PEN America
Musical performances at The Cutting Room, Dimenna Center, Create Justice, Global Citizen, New York Ethical Society, RFK Human Rights, Vera Institute for Justice, John Jay College, Columbia University, Carnegie Hall, Men's Homeless Shelters in NYC.
News
Ato Blankson-Wood, Asmeret Ghebremichael & More to Take Part in Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Arts in Action Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2022
Ato Blankson-Wood (Tony nominee Slave Play), Asmeret Ghebremichael (Book of Mormon, Legally Blonde), Nora Schell (Jagged Little Pill) and Kara Young (Tony nominee Clyde’s) will take part in Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Arts in Action Festival, set to take place at 7pm on Sunday, July 24 at the Manhattan School of Music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2022
Ato Blankson-Wood (Tony nominee Slave Play), Asmeret Ghebremichael (Book of Mormon, Legally Blonde), Nora Schell (Jagged Little Pill) and Kara Young (Tony nominee Clyde’s) will take part in Broadway Advocacy Coalition's Arts in Action Festival, set to take place at 7pm on Sunday, July 24 at the Manhattan School of Music.
RAINBOW GIRLS DETECTIVE AGENCY to be Presented At Open-Door Playhouse in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2022
Christmas time is approaching, and half-siblings Poppy and Faith, are the two young women called the Rainbow Girls. Despite their own romantic troubles, their main concern is for their mom. This play is being presented in two parts by Open-Door Playhouse., a podcast created to introduce new plays, new writers, and a wealth of unknown talent.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2022
Christmas time is approaching, and half-siblings Poppy and Faith, are the two young women called the Rainbow Girls. Despite their own romantic troubles, their main concern is for their mom. This play is being presented in two parts by Open-Door Playhouse., a podcast created to introduce new plays, new writers, and a wealth of unknown talent.
Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre Announces 2021-22 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2021
Learn more about the upcoming productions, which include Ni Mi Madre by Arturo Luís Soria, In the Southern Breeze by Mansa Ra, and Addressless by Martin Boross.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2021
Learn more about the upcoming productions, which include Ni Mi Madre by Arturo Luís Soria, In the Southern Breeze by Mansa Ra, and Addressless by Martin Boross.
Pianist Sarah Cahill to Perform Rarely-Heard Works By Women Composers At Old First Church
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2021
On Friday, July 16, 2021 at 8pm PT, Sarah Cahill will return to Old First Concerts to perform selections from her project, The Future is Female. This is a hybrid concert – seating is limited to 100 people at Old First Church and general admission is $25.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2021
On Friday, July 16, 2021 at 8pm PT, Sarah Cahill will return to Old First Concerts to perform selections from her project, The Future is Female. This is a hybrid concert – seating is limited to 100 people at Old First Church and general admission is $25.
Works & Process Presents UNVEILING By Choreographer Sonya Tayeh, With Music By Moses Sumney
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2021
The performing arts series Works & Process announces the addition of 6pm performances at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum as a part of New York state’s “Safely Bringing Back the Arts” pilot program.
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2021
The performing arts series Works & Process announces the addition of 6pm performances at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum as a part of New York state’s “Safely Bringing Back the Arts” pilot program.
Works & Process at the Guggenheim to Resume Live Performances With 12 New Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2021
The performing arts series Works & Process has announced the return of live performance at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum as a part of New York state's 'Safely Bringing Back the Arts' pilot program.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2021
The performing arts series Works & Process has announced the return of live performance at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum as a part of New York state's 'Safely Bringing Back the Arts' pilot program.
Isolation To Creation Docuseries All Episodes Now Available For Streaming On WNET's ALL ARTS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2021
Works & Process produced a four-part docuseries Isolation to Creation, by filmmaker Nic Petry of Dancing Camera, provides audiences with the rare opportunity to go into the bubbles and behind the scenes to experience the hope, joy, exhilarating physical struggle, and emotional challenges experienced by performers returning to the studio and stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2021
Works & Process produced a four-part docuseries Isolation to Creation, by filmmaker Nic Petry of Dancing Camera, provides audiences with the rare opportunity to go into the bubbles and behind the scenes to experience the hope, joy, exhilarating physical struggle, and emotional challenges experienced by performers returning to the studio and stage.
Pianist Sarah Cahill Announces Virtual Performances in March 2021
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2021
Sarah Cahill, described as “a sterling pianist and an intrepid illuminator of the classical avant-garde” by The New York Times, announces two virtual events in March 2021, including concerts presented by the San Francisco Symphony's SFSymphony+ Soundbox series and the Community School of Music & Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2021
Sarah Cahill, described as “a sterling pianist and an intrepid illuminator of the classical avant-garde” by The New York Times, announces two virtual events in March 2021, including concerts presented by the San Francisco Symphony's SFSymphony+ Soundbox series and the Community School of Music & Arts.
DFA Film Lab Presents Docuseries Conversation With Nic Petry, Julie Rooney, Dancing Camera, and Duke Dang
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2021
Join Dance Films Association for a conversation with filmmaker Nic Petry and editor Julie Rooney of Dancing Camera, and Duke Dang, General Manager of Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2021
Join Dance Films Association for a conversation with filmmaker Nic Petry and editor Julie Rooney of Dancing Camera, and Duke Dang, General Manager of Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim.
Dance Films Association and Works & Process Presents DFA FILM LAB: ISOLATION TO CREATION DOCUSERIES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2021
Join Dance Films Association for a conversation with filmmaker Nic Petry and editor Julie Rooney of Dancing Camera, and Duke Dang, General Manager of Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2021
Join Dance Films Association for a conversation with filmmaker Nic Petry and editor Julie Rooney of Dancing Camera, and Duke Dang, General Manager of Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim.
Works & Process At The Guggenheim Announces 2021 Creative Bubble Residencies
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2021
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced the acceptance of a $500,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, marking the most significant grant in the history of Works & Process.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2021
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced the acceptance of a $500,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, marking the most significant grant in the history of Works & Process.
Works & Process at the Guggenheim Presents the Premiere of ISOLATION TO CREATION Docuseries
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2021
Works & Process produced a 4-part docuseries Isolation to Creation, by filmmaker Nic Petry of Dancing Camera, to provide audiences with the rare opportunity to go into the bubbles and behind the scenes to experience the hope, joy, exhilarating physical struggle, and emotional challenges experienced by performers returning to the studio and stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2021
Works & Process produced a 4-part docuseries Isolation to Creation, by filmmaker Nic Petry of Dancing Camera, to provide audiences with the rare opportunity to go into the bubbles and behind the scenes to experience the hope, joy, exhilarating physical struggle, and emotional challenges experienced by performers returning to the studio and stage.
Works & Process At The Guggenheim Presents ISOLATION TO CREATION Docuseries Airing On WNET's ALL ARTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2020
This past Summer and Fall amidst widespread cancellations, Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, itself facing a shuttered theater, forged a path for artists to safely gather, create and perform together again.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2020
This past Summer and Fall amidst widespread cancellations, Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, itself facing a shuttered theater, forged a path for artists to safely gather, create and perform together again.
Works & Process at The Guggenheim Presents The Premiere Of ISOLATION TO CREATION Docuseries
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2020
This past Summer and Fall amidst widespread cancellations, Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, itself facing a shuttered theater, forged a path for artists to safely gather, create and perform together again.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2020
This past Summer and Fall amidst widespread cancellations, Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, itself facing a shuttered theater, forged a path for artists to safely gather, create and perform together again.
Pianist Sarah Cahill's Fall Virtual Concerts Include THE FUTURE IS FEMALE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2020
Sarah Cahill, described as “a sterling pianist and an intrepid illuminator of the classical avant-garde” by The New York Times, announces performance highlights between November 15 and December 19, 2020, including concerts presented by the Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival in England, Old First Concerts, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, the Ross McKee Foundation, Amateur Music Network, and Community School of Music & Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2020
Sarah Cahill, described as “a sterling pianist and an intrepid illuminator of the classical avant-garde” by The New York Times, announces performance highlights between November 15 and December 19, 2020, including concerts presented by the Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival in England, Old First Concerts, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, the Ross McKee Foundation, Amateur Music Network, and Community School of Music & Arts.
Works & Process, Performing Arts Series At The Guggenheim, Announces 2020-2021 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2020
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, is proud to announce new initiatives and partnerships that collectively support performing artists and their creative process.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2020
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, is proud to announce new initiatives and partnerships that collectively support performing artists and their creative process.
Joshua Bergasse, Justin Vivian Bond, & More Join Works & Process Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2020
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced new initiatives and partnerships that collectively support performing artists and their creative process.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2020
Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced new initiatives and partnerships that collectively support performing artists and their creative process.
Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, August 13- with Lena Hall, Max Von Essen and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2020
Today (August 13) in live streaming: Max Von Essen and Lena Hall visit Backstage Live, Stars in the House brings back Newsies, and so much more!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2020
Today (August 13) in live streaming: Max Von Essen and Lena Hall visit Backstage Live, Stars in the House brings back Newsies, and so much more!
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Announces Online Programming for August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2020
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater has announced several online events taking place in August that speak to the organizationa??s mission to provoke conversations that lead to positive social change.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2020
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater has announced several online events taking place in August that speak to the organizationa??s mission to provoke conversations that lead to positive social change.
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Announces Free Weekly Online Programming With Zachary Quinto, Kathleen Chalfant & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2020
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater has announced a series of free weekly online programs designed to connect audiences with new ideas and artistic expressions. On Tuesdays, beginning April 7, the Virtual Salon Series will explore the coronavirus pandemic through in-depth conversations between an artist and a leading expert.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2020
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater has announced a series of free weekly online programs designed to connect audiences with new ideas and artistic expressions. On Tuesdays, beginning April 7, the Virtual Salon Series will explore the coronavirus pandemic through in-depth conversations between an artist and a leading expert.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Robert Pollock been in?
Robert Pollock has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Robert Pollock been in?
Robert Pollock has not appeared in the West End.
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