Tim Eliot – Actor, Producer, Teacher, Krymov Lab NYC

What does it take to bring centuries-old stories to life in a way that still moves modern audiences?In this episode of Next Act with Jeff Ornstein, Jeff sits down with Tim Eliot, an actor, producer, and educator whose work spans HBO, experimental theater, and teaching at NYU. From his early journey through athletics, academics, and the arts, to helping lead groundbreaking work at Krymov Lab NYC, Tim shares how focus, awareness, and deep storytelling shape great performances.They dive into the power of Shakespeare, why it was never meant to be read but experienced, and how today’s creators can reinterpret classic work for new audiences. Tim also shares how a viral TikTok video on Ophelia unexpectedly took off, proving that timeless stories can still find massive reach in modern formats.This is a conversation about craft, curiosity, and what it really means to push creative boundaries in your next act.