

James Manuel Meneses
I'm a New York–based actor, playwright, and theatre producer drawn to stories that explore identity and the complexity of human relationships. My acting credits include leading roles in SUNSHINE QUEST at The Wild Project and REUNION, an Official Selection of both the Chelsea Film Festival and the European International Film Festival. I also appeared in 44TH AND 9TH, the original stage play by Christy Hall that was later developed into the feature film Daddio, starring Dakota Johnson. I trained at HB Studio with Austin Pendleton, as well as the Susan Batson Studio and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.
In addition to acting, I am a playwright and theatre producer. Learn more about my writing and producing work on the Playwright / Producer page.
NYC Theatre

Produced by the Greenhouse Ensemble. Franciscan Community Center (UWS, NYC) With Eliza Green-Smith, Falami Williams and Jay Thomas

at The Wild Project as part of the Fresh Fruit Festival, alongside Camille Mazurek and Tony Neil.

Changing of the Season, Short Play Festival. Love Creek Productions

Produced by the Greenhouse Ensemble. Franciscan Community Center (UWS, NYC) With Eliza Green-Smith, Falami Williams and Jay Thomas
Film

Produced by Koman Filmworks. With Margaret Reed

Produced by Koman Filmworks. With Judith Roberts

Produced by Koman Filmworks. Based on Lia Romeo's Play Motherly Love

Produced by Koman Filmworks. With Margaret Reed

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