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Jon Yusko

Actor • Dialect Coach • Theatre Artist

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About Me

Dynamic and passionate theatre professional with a BA in Theatre Studies and a Minor in Communications - Video Production.

I'm an expert in dialect coaching, acting, improv comedy, and technical theatre roles, including props and stage management. As a recipient of multiple writing awards and a BYU-Idaho Talent Scholarship, I've raised over $22,000 for local charities through performance and creative work.

I specialize in creating engaging, collaborative, and historically accurate theatrical experiences. My training includes expertise in multiple British and regional dialects, as well as professional video production using Adobe Suite and DaVinci Resolve.

Education:

BA in Theatre Studies
Minor in Communications - Video Production
BYU-Idaho (GPA: 3.83)

Location:

Available for performances nationwide

Theatre & Film Experience

Mr. Collins, Dialect Coach

Pride and Prejudice

Charitable Acts Theatre

Performed as Mr. Collins and provided dialect coaching (RP dialect) for historical accuracy.

Topper, Solicitor

A Christmas Carol

Hale Center Theatre Orem

Portrayed multiple roles with RP dialect, enhancing production authenticity.

Jimmy Jack Cassie

Translations

BYU-Idaho

Performed using Northern Irish dialect, contributing to character depth.

Dialect Coach

Sense and Sensibility

Absent Friends

Provided dialect coaching for RP, Estuary, and Yorkshire dialects, ensuring authentic performances.

Dogberry

Much Ado About Nothing

BYU-Idaho

Delivered comedic performance, showcasing improv and acting skills.

Actor 2 (Prince John, Little John, Friar Tuck)

Robin Hood

BYU-Idaho

Portrayed multiple roles with regional British dialects (Scouse, Geordie, Irish).

Actor, Writer, Director

Mad for Twix (Spec Ad)

Independent Production

Wrote, directed, and acted in a creative spec ad, demonstrating video production skills.

Stage Manager

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Rexburg Community Theatre

Managed production logistics, ensuring smooth execution of performances.

Props Assistant

Summer Season 2024

Lyric Rep Theatre, Logan, UT

Cataloged and constructed props for four shows, conducted dramaturgical research for historical accuracy.

Props Artisan

2023 Season

BYU-Idaho, Rexburg, ID

Designed and built properties, maintained shop, and performed historical research.

Skills & Expertise

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Acting & Performance

  • Classical Theatre
  • Improv Comedy
  • Character Development
  • Stage Combat
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Dialect Coaching

  • RP (Received Pronunciation)
  • Northern Irish
  • Cockney, Scouse, Geordie
  • Cajun, Estuary, Yorkshire
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Video Production

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Directing & Editing
  • Cinematography
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Technical Theatre

  • Props Design & Construction
  • Stage Management
  • Wardrobe
  • Spotlight Operation
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Writing

  • Playwriting
  • Comedy Sketch Writing
  • Award-Winning Writer
  • Dramaturgical Research
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Awards & Recognition

  • Multiple Writing Awards
  • BYU-Idaho Talent Scholarship
  • $22,000+ Raised for Charity
  • 3.83 GPA

Performance Reel

Video clips showcasing my range and performance work

Get in Touch

Available for acting roles, dialect coaching, and collaborative projects

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