ABOUT J.R.
J.R. was raised in Cleveland, Ohio, yet is loving New York City as he pursues his BFA in Musical Theatre at NYU Tisch School of The Arts’s New Studio on Broadway.
An Actors Equity Membership Candidate, He has been seen on many stages throughout Northeast Ohio. J.R. had his initial Broadway exposure at the Minskoff Theatre as a Finalist and the first male to be a three-time Jimmy Award and National High School Musical Theatre Award Nominee. In addition, he was fortunate to perform for Jimmy Nederlander’s Memorial at the Minskoff and share the stage with the cast of the Lion King, Kristin Chenoweth, Tommy Tune, Billy Joel and Harry Connick Jr. J.R. has been recognized by The Cleveland Critics Circle as a “Rising Star” and received the Jean L. Pettit Memorial Scholarship by The Cleveland Pops Orchestra, Severance Hall. When he is not performing, J.R. enjoys hanging out with friends and spending time with family which includes his mom, dad, his younger brother Joe and his lovable schnoodle, Murphy. J.R. is a big Disney fan and cherishes his yearly family trips to visit “The Most Magical Place On Earth” aside from Broadway. |
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