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“Engaging Shaw”
by John Morogiello
Directed by Jackob G. Hofmann

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Biography

Jackob G. Hofmann has lived and worked in New York City since 1988. After his graduation from the American Musical & Dramatic Academy in 1990, Jackob has been prolific in NYC’s theatre scene as an actor, director, and as a playwright.

In 2004 Jackob launched the Aurora Theatre Ensemble. With an emphasis on developing and workshopping new plays, the ensemble continues to be an inspiring force in Manhattan’s theatre community. Serving as the ensemble’s Artistic Director, Jackob has produced and directed numerous, well received productions, readings, and showcases. As a director Jackob has worked with notable talents including Annabelle Sciorra, Josh Pais, and Broadway playwright Bill C. Davis. He currently works as a director/coordinator with Abingdon Theatre Company’s ongoing reading series.

Many of Jackob’s original plays have received production in NYC including “Tracking Gertrude Tredwell” which was produced in June 2008 at the Metropolitan Playhouse as part of their annual East Village Chronicles. Samples of his work are available on this website.

Over the years Jackob has worked with the following
companies: Red Light District, Abingdon Theatre Co.,
Rattlestick Productions, The Workshop Theatre Co.,
TheatreWorks USA, Core, Westport Country Playhouse,
Downtown Cabaret Theatre, TheatreWorks New Milford, Tri Arts @ Sharon Playhouse, and Theatre Artists Workshop.

Jackob is currently attending THE NEW SCHOOL FOR GENERAL STUDIES completing his BFA.