BASIC
John Soto
Actor
in Sunnyside, New York, United States
I come to acting from an extensive background in performing and writing music. I have always wanted to act my acting coach has encouraged my desire to be a professional actor. I have enjoyed quick success by auditioning and landing a few roles in a very short time.
I was born and grew up in the South Bronx. I speak Spanish fluently, both "street" Spanish and Classic Spanish. I am also quite good at several accents, including Mexican, and the usual actor's bagful (Southern, Ir... Moreish).
A bit about my music experiences: I play the guitar professionally in many styles. I began to write music at a young age and started a band called Glass of Know 5 years ago. I have recorded 3 independent CDs and currently have a song playing on the radio in upstate NY. While I am a newcomer to theatre/film/TV, I am an old timer in the world of performing in public.
As my coach says, "Tell them to take a chance on you. They won't regret it!"
More photos at: http://www.fullbellyplanet.com/61832.html
Death Screen - 2007, Angry Spanish husband
Form: Short, Running time: 20 mins, Format: 16mm, Company: Brooklyn College
"I played an upset Spanish speaking husband who curses out his wife"
Your Turn - 2007, Priest
Form: Short, Running time: 15 mins, Format: 16mm, Company: Brooklyn College
"Father Sanchez"
The Killing Machines - 2007, Prisoner/gang member
Form: Feature, Format: DVCam/Mini-DV, Company: Vampire Empire
"http://www.thekillingmachines.com/id59.html "
Skatorcise - 2007, Priest
Form: Short, Running time: 20 mins, Format: 16mm, Company: Brooklyn College
"I was asked to play Father Sanchez again for another production"
Tipping - 2007, Manager
Form: Short, Running time: 20 mins, Format: 16mm, Company: NYU
"I played the manage of a diner."
Loading - 2007, Professor Bretner
Form: Short, Running time: 10 mins, Format: DVCam/Mini-DV, Company: Fitchburg University in Mass
"I played a science professor who loses his funding for his computer robot."
Broadway Bound - 2007, Upset Landlord
Form: Short, Running time: 20 mins, Format: DVCam/Mini-DV, Company: Brooklyn College
"Spanish speaking role of an upset landlord trying to collect the rent."
Sound Gun - 2007, Captain Zeinfield
Form: Short, Running time: 20 mins, Format: DVCam/Mini-DV, Company: NYU
"A crazy war Vet"
Junior Varsity - 2007, Coach Cavoe
Form: Short, Running time: 15 mins, Format: DVCam/Mini-DV, Company: NYU
"The coach of the High school cross country team."
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Physical details
Special skills
Sports:
Baseball, Jump Rope, Racquetball, Roller Skating, Skateboard, Softball, Squash, Ping Pong
Musical Instruments:
Electric Guitar, Guitar
Language:
English, Spanish
Accents:
Indian (east), Italian, New York City, Spanish
Additional:
Billiards, Improvisation, Juggling, Voice Characterizations, Yo Yo
Film
Captain Zeinfield
Benjamin Allen (nyu)