John W. McLaughlin
Graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, New York and Academy Company Member. Off-Broadway: US Premiere of BAD LANGUAGE originating the role of ‘Alistair’ (Primary Stages); NY Theatre: NEVER IN MY LIFETIME in the role of ‘Tom’, ‘Steve’ in SAY GOODNIGHT, GRACIE, and ‘Medvedenko’ in Anton Chekov’s THE SEAGULL. Los Angeles Theatre: HOUSE OF THE RISING SON, in the lead u/s role of ‘Dr. Trent Varro’, written by Tom Jacobson and directed by Michael Michetti for Ensemble Studio Theatre West, GAY POWERED: THEN AND NOW in the role of ‘William’, ‘Game Show Host’ in SO HARD, and originated the role of ‘Damien/Dorothy’ in the US Premiere and tour of THE GOLDEN GAYS (nominated for ‘best featured performance’ in The Best of Southern California Theatre 2009, by Don Grigware, BroadwayWorld.com). Film: “Crazier Bitches” in the role of ‘Liam’ and the film’s producer (currently in development), “Crazy Bitches” in the role of ‘Gardner’, released in June 2014 by Gravitas Adventures, “Meth Head,” released in March 2013 by Random Media in the role of ‘Bobby Blue’ and the film’s producer, “We Have to Stop Now” in the role of ‘Guy’, released in 2009 by Wolfe Video: Other film credits include: “The End,” “Mom,” “The Touch,” “Gay Propaganda” and many other independent film credits. John is currently in development for his first documentary on issues facing the transgender community. Craftsman marks McLaughlin’s first adventure with Lightning Rod Theater and The Hollywood Fringe Festival.
