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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2025 · 17 MIN

A Sketch Of New York with Jo DiNozzi and Darien DeMaria, PART 2

from Bold Beginnings with Sheida · host SHEIDA KERMANI

Jo DiNozzi is a Director, Producer, Actress, Voice Actress, Audiobook Narrator, Fight Director, and Stage Combat Choreographer. She is also a transgender advocate and activist as well as the head Artistic Director, President, and CEO of A Sketch of New York Productions Inc. Darien DeMaria is the Vice President, Assistant Director, and co-founder of A Sketch of New York Productions Inc. She is also a freelance actor, director, voice actor, and writer based out of New York City, and a graduate of the NYU-Tisch Drama and Acting program. Together, Jo and Darien have created a radically supportive, nonprofit theater company that puts artists first, with no fees, no gimmicks, just opportunity, integrity, and wildly funny sketch comedy. From casting challenges to cowboy weddings (yes, really), this is a story about resilience, humor, and making space for everyone on stage, and off. Don’t forget to check out the live shows, behind-the-scenes chaos, and more on A Sketch of New York's website/socials.#ASketchOfNewYork #SketchOfNY #NYCSketchComedy #LiveSketchShow #SketchComedyNYC #ASketchFamily #BoldBeginningsPodcast #NYCTheaterScene #OffOffBroadway #NYCTheater #NYCActors #SupportTheArts #IndieTheaterNYC #NYCComedyScene #NYCPerformer #MadeInNY #TheaterInTheCity #NYCStageLife #TransInTheater #QueerCreatives #TransVisibility #TransArtists #LGBTQTheater #ArtAsActivism #TransVoicesMatter #InclusiveArt #ActorEmpowerment #AntiExploitativeArt #TheaterEducation #ComedyWithHeart #CreativeCommunity #SupportLocalArtists #StageCombat #TheaterForChangeKEY TAKEAWAYS:-Collaboration is key in theater production.-The casting process is unpredictable and requires flexibility.-Creating a welcoming environment for actors enhances their experience.-Community building is essential for networking and collaboration.-Inclusivity in casting allows for diverse talent to shine.-The theater community in New York fosters creativity and connection.-The creative process thrives on shared ideas and experiences.More on A Sketch of New York:Website: https://www.asketchofnewyork.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_sketch_of_new_york/?hl=enJo DiNozzi: https://www.safd.org/MemberProfile/Details/34133Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/69v5jCDRdWY

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