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JDN Theatricals began in Chicago in 2014 with the reading of Toulouse: A New Musical, a full length musical written and produced in tandem with composer Josh Walker. Since then, JDN Theatricals has raised capital for a dozen Broadway shows in conjunction with Kierstead Productions. Since the 2017 Broadway production of M Butterfly, John has been determined in developing the broad scope of his producing skills such as creating digital media campaigns, maintaining schedules, developing scripts, and office organization. A detail-focused team player familiar with the development of professional productions from first readings to closing night.
Visceral, touching, and unforgettable, Gunnar Montana’s BASEMENT depicts one man’s journey from madness to redemption.
Lead Producer, Gunnar Montana’s BASEMENT, October 30 + 31 2020
Conceived and coordinated a digital 2 night only live stream event in tandem with Broadway on Demand; acting liaison across multiple departments and offices; organize time sensitive information; connect with social media influencers; fielding future opportunities for the title.
Producers’ Office Manager, Gemini Theatrical Investors, 2018 – March 2020
Support Broadway co-producer’s office; organize and coordinate investor relations; plan and manage opening night parties and gifts; ensure delivery of disbursement checks; create and manage daily social media postings; answer phones and coordinate calendars.
Theatre Manager, A.Human (immersive theatrical experience), 2018
Project managed multiple departments. Organized onboarding, payroll, budgeting, and scheduling for a $1.5 million production with a turnaround time of nine days. Show was created for New York Fashion Week by producers Simon Huck, Jason Scharf, and Jonathan Waks.
Investing Producer, multiple productions, 2015 – 2019
Developed, retained, and regularly communicated with network of accredited investors in multiple countries as well as a network of New York producers/creators. Ensured accuracy and delivery of end-of-year K-1 reporting.
Producer, original readings, 2015 – 2019
Managed and produced readings of original works in Chicago and New York of:
Toulouse: A New Musical Walking Paths
This Mind is Buddha Homes for the Holiday
Digital Marketing Creator/Manager, self-employed, 2015 – present
Create, post, and maintain on-line content for over (7) productions, theaters, and theater professionals. Optimize hashtags, develop branding, extend reach, increase following, and create designs. One client saw their following increase over a thousandfold in eight weeks.
John is actively working with new digital media collaborations every week. Inquire below!