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Originally from the East Coast, actor/producer/director/writer Ronnie has managed to call both the East and West coasts home during his twenty five year career. He is most recently known for his stellar performance in his one-man show, “I’m Not A Comedian… I’m Lenny Bruce”, which he also penned – directed by the talented Joe Mantegna. Marmo has starred in more than 60 feature films and television shows, recently guest starring in Criminal Minds and Lethal Weapon. He also starred in “Ammore E Malavita (Love and Bullets)” an Italian film which won the David di Donatello for best picture (the Italian equivalent to an Academy Award). Other credits include “Back In The Day”, Deuces Wild, Crocodile Dundee in LA, West Of Brooklyn, Pizza With Bullets, Truck 20’s Location, Death Of A Tree, Irish Eyes (aka Vendetta), and Limbo Lounge. He has guest starred in several hit television shows including “JAG,” and “Young And The Restless.” He was nominated for Best Supporting Actor by the Indie Soap Awards for his role as Crotch in the series, “Adults Only.” Ronnie enjoyed a three-year, 150 episode run on ABC’s “General Hospital” as Detective Ronnie Dimestico. On stage, he has starred in more than 50 plays. A few of his favorites include Bill Wilson in Bill W. and Dr. Bob, Silva in Baby Doll, Earl in the Los Angeles Premiere of The Late Henry Moss, Danny in Danny and The Deep Blue Sea, and Satan in The Last Days of Judas Iscariot. Ronnie recently completed an audio book in which he portrays Lenny Bruce in Lenny’s autobiography, “How to Talk Dirty and Influence People.” The audio book is on sale now through Hachette publishing. He received the Robert Pastorelli Rising Star Award for achievements as an actor, writer, director and producer at the 2010 Garden State Film Festival. He continues to serve at the proud Artistic Director of Theatre 68 (68 Cent Crew Theatre Company) in Los Angeles and New York City.

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BILL W. AND DR. BOB Extends at The Biograph Theater


“Bill W. and Dr. Bob,” produced by Theatre 68 and directed by and starring Ronnie Marmo, has been extended by popular demand through April 28 at the Richard Christiansen Theater of the Biograph Theater in Lincoln Park.

Full Cast Announced For BILL W. AND DR. BOB Showing At Biograph Theater In March


Full cast announced for 'Bill W. and Dr. Bob' showing at Biograph Theater starting March 7. Directed by and starring Ronnie Marmo, the play will run in repertory with the return of Marmo's smash hit 'I'm Not A Comedian... I'm Lenny Bruce,' Directed by Joe Mantegna, premiering March 14.

THE PILLOWMAN to Open at The Broadwater MainStage in April


The Pillowman, directed by Brian Allman (Director of Education & Community Engagement at the Geffen Playhouse), will open April 4th at THE BROADWATER MAIN STAGE. Learn more here!

Ronnie Marmo Returns To Chicago To Direct And Star In Critically Acclaimed BILL W. AND DR. BOB


Ronnie Marmo and Theatre 68 has announced two plays coming to the Richard Christiansen Theater of the Biograph Theater in Lincoln Park (2433 N. Lincoln Ave.). 

NBPAC to Present Theatre 68's Production Of I'M NOT A COMEDIAN... I'M LENNY BRUCE


The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center presents 'I'm Not a Comedian... I'm Lenny Bruce' starring Ronnie Marmo as Lenny Bruce, directed by Joe Mantegna. The show runs from January 11-13, 2024.

Nicolas Greco Will Star as Edward R. Murrow in Regional Premiere of MURROW in Dallas


New York actor Nicolas Greco will star as Edward R. Murrow in the regional premiere of Joseph Vitale's one man, multimedia play MURROW, in Dallas, April 11-21, 2024.

I'M NOT A COMEDIAN...I'M LENNY BRUCE to be Presented At North Coast Repertory Theatre


Get ready for a captivating performance of 'I'M NOT A COMEDIAN...I'M LENNY BRUCE' at North Coast Repertory Theatre. Find out all the details about this show and book your tickets today.

I'M NOT A COMEDIAN...I'M LENNY BRUCE Announced At North Coast Rep


Critically-acclaimed actor Ronnie Marmo presents 'I'M NOT A COMEDIAN...I'M LENNY BRUCE,' a theatrical event exploring the life and legacy of the iconic comedian. Directed by Tony award winner Joe Mantegna, the play delves into the relevant and radical issues Bruce tackled in the 1960s that still resonate today.

I'M NOT A COMEDIAN… I'M LENNY BRUCE Makes Houston Premiere in October


The Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center will present a two-run limited engagement of “I'M NOT A COMEDIAN… I'M LENNY BRUCE” starring critically-acclaimed actor Ronnie Marmo. Learn more about the play and how to get tickets here!

I'M NOT A COMEDIAN... I'M LENNY BRUCE Comes To The Laguna Playhouse In August


Critically-acclaimed actor Ronnie Marmo, with the blessings of Kitty Bruce (daughter of the late Lenny Bruce), along with the Lenny Bruce Foundation, are thrilled to present “I'M NOT A COMEDIAN… I'M LENNY BRUCE” - Directed by Joe Mantegna, the theatrical event starring Ronnie Marmo as Lenny Bruce makes its premiere at the Laguna Playhouse for a limited engagement run August 17 – 19 only!  

David Ives's VENUS IN FUR To Open at McCadden Theatre in August


Samadahi Entertainment is set to present VENUS IN FUR, by David Ives, directed by Mark Blanchard.  The dark comedy with exceedingly complex characters and a fast-paced play within a play, featuring Russian-born multi-award-winning actress KATYUSHA (Ekaterina Melnik) as Vanda, is set to open August 4th through September 3rd, 2023, at McCadden Place Theatre. 

Laguna Playhouse To Present LISTEN TO THE SEVENTIES, CARNEY MAGIC, and More This August


LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE has announced six special productions this summer.

Review: I'M NOT A COMEDIAN…I'M LENNY BRUCE at JCC Centerstage Theatre


What did our critic think of I’M NOT A COMEDIAN…I’M LENNY BRUCE at JCC Centerstage Theatre?

BILL W. AND DR. BOB to Return to Theatre 68 Arts Complex This Month


Ronnie Marmo and Theatre 68 will present the return of critically acclaimed BILL W. AND DR. BOB after a seven-year absence. This is the gripping, true story about the two men who founded Alcoholics Anonymous, written by Stephen Bergman and Janet Surrey.

World Premiere of DIVING HORSES to Have Limited Engagement at Theatre 68 This Month


Theatre 68 is presenting the World Premiere of Diving Horses, an original full-length play written by Vinnie Nardiello. Produced by Artistic Director Ronnie Marmo, directed by Kerri Murphy and co-directed by Mark Riccadonna, October 27-29 at John Desotelle Studio Nubox Theatre.

Joanna Pickering's BAD VICTIMS Comes to The Courtyard Theatre Next Month, Directed by Erica Gould


Bad Victims, a new play by award-nominated British US-based playwright Joanna Pickering will have its London Exclusive Preview at The Courtyard Theatre in Hoxton, UK. 

Pittsburgh Premiere of Ronnie Marmo In I'M NOT A COMEDIAN... I'M LENNY BRUCE Runs October 21-22


Critically-acclaimed actor Ronnie Marmo, with the blessings of Kitty Bruce (daughter of the late Lenny Bruce), along with the Lenny Bruce Foundation, present “I'M NOT A COMEDIAN… I'M LENNY BRUCE.”

Interview: I'M More Than A COMEDIAN… I'M Ronnie Marmo


Like the proverbial phoenix, Theatre 68 has risen from its pandemic ashes to reclaim their Lankershim theatre space, now re-christened Theatre 68 Arts Complex. Inaugurating this newly re-modelled theatre, will be the reprise of Ronnie Marmo’s very successful I’m Not A Comedian… I’m Lenny Bruce opening September 17, 2022. I got the chance to throw out a few queries to Ronnie, the always multitasking producer/actor/director/producer.

Limited Engagement Of I'M NOT A COMEDIAN... I'M LENNY BRUCE Announced At Theatre 68


Theatre 68 has announced a special limited return of “I'M NOT A COMEDIAN...I'M LENNY BRUCE”

Theatre 68 Arts Complex Returns to North Hollywood, CA


Ronnie Marmo (Theatre 68) and Racquel Lehrman (Theatre Planners), two powerhouses in LA Theatre, have partnered to bring you a new and improved state-of-the-art theatrical complex! 

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