BRIAN ZANE
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On-Camera Self-Tape Reel 2026 (Performance Video) Quicktime
On-camera dramatic reel featuring procedural and character-driven television material.
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Vocal– “You Must Meet My Wife” (Character/Comedic) (Performance Video) Quicktime
Musical theatre song from A Little Night Music. Witty, character-driven, and conversational in style, highlighting comedic timing and expressive storytelling.
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On-Camera Self-Tape Reel 2025 (Comedy/Character) (Performance Video) Quicktime
On-camera self-tape reel showcasing range from comedic to dramatic: includes a charming British fool, a cold English aristocrat, a flamboyant food critic, and a grounded working-class type.
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Brian Zane- Procedural Villain (Interrogation Scene, Workshop) (Performance Video) Quicktime
Classroom workshop- procedural villain type (NCIS, Chicago PD tone).
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Antonio- Shakespeare Dramatic (Performance Video) Quicktime
Shakespeare monologue from The Tempest. Antonio persuades Sebastian to kill his brother and seize power. Villainous, manipulative tone.
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Benedick- Shakespeare Comedic (Performance Video) Quicktime
Shakespeare monologue from Much Ado About Nothing. Benedick wrestles with the possibility that Beatrice loves him— witty, romantic, and vulnerable.
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Acting- Comedic Clip (“The Thanksgiving Play”) (Performance Video) Quicktime
Portraying Jaxton, this comedic scene from my MFA showcase showcases my signature articulate shlemiel character style, blending wit, awkwardness, and charm.
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Acting- Dramatic Clip (“The Great God Pan”) (Performance Video) Quicktime
Playing Jamie, this dramatic scene from my MFA showcase highlights emotional depth and intensity.
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Piano- “Rhapsody in Blue” (Classical/Jazz Excerpt) (Performance Video) Quicktime
Piano solo- Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin. Showcases musicality, classical training, and dynamic performance presence.
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Vocal- “Try to Remember” (Classic Ballad/Legit) (Performance Video) Quicktime
Musical theatre ballad from The Fantasticks. Gentle, nostalgic, and heartfelt tone.
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Vocal- “The Buddy System” (Contemporary Uptempo/Comedic) (Performance Video) Quicktime
Song excerpt from City of Angels- comedic, jazzy musical theatre.
Résumé Print Résumé
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NV Talent (IL) (312) 563-0136 Theatrical (Film / TV), Commercial, Theatre |
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Regional | ||
Good Night, Oscar |
Gershwin u/s/Ensemble |
Peter Amster, Asolo Rep |
Lady Molly of Scotland Yard |
Featured Pianist/Rev. Grimes |
Peter Rothstein, Asolo Rep |
Much Ado About Nothing |
Verges/Music Director |
Ben Abraham, Asolo Rep |
Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help |
Mike u/s |
Celine Rosenthal, Asolo Rep |
Three Musketeers |
Cardinal Richelieu u/s |
Peter Amster, Asolo Rep |
Master Class |
Manny u/s |
Nick Bowling, TimeLine Theatre |
Far From Heaven |
Stan Fine |
Rob Lindley, Porchlight MT |
Clyde's |
Jason |
DeAnna Wright, Asolo Con. |
Three Sisters |
Vershinin |
Andrei Malaev-Babel, Asolo Con |
Noises Off |
Freddie/Phillip |
Carolyn Conover Crossroads Rep |
One Flea Spare |
Kabe |
Ashley Joy, Connective Theatre |
Anything Goes |
Moonface Martin |
Rudy Hogenmiller, MTW |
The Glass Menagerie |
Tom |
Michael Nedza, JPAC Theatre |
South Pacific |
Luther Billis |
Rudy Hogenmiller, MTW |
Fiddler on the Roof |
Mendel |
Rudy Hogenmiller, MTW |
Damn Yankees |
Vernon |
Kevin Bellie, MTW |
A Streetcar Named Desire |
Mitch |
Chris Pazdernik, JPAC Theatre |
Spelling Bee |
Panch/Carl Dad |
Paul Perez, Pulse Theatre |
A Wonderful Life |
Sam/George u.s. |
Scott Michaels, Armory Theatre |
The Fantasticks |
El Gallo |
Arthur Feinsod, Crossroads Rep |
The Safety Net |
Rick |
Dale McFadden, Crossroads Rep |
The Producers |
Franz Liebkind |
Marybeth ClarkCharleston Stage |
Picasso at the Lapin Agile |
Pablo Picasso |
Julian Wiles, Charleston Stage |
The Tempest |
Boatswain/Antonio u.s. |
Christopher Owens, VSF |
Staged Readings | ||
The Hollow Men |
Jakob |
Laurie Wolf, NYC Fringe Fest |
Cat Gets Credit Card |
Tex |
Planet Connections Theatre |
City of Angels |
Buddy |
Chris Pazdernik, Porchlight MT |
Hello Comes Apart |
The Baker |
Tyler Skafgaard, Akavit Thea. |
Sky Without Birds |
Martin |
Jena Sugai, Akavit Theatre |
Funny Girl |
Renaldi/Ensemble |
Broadway ala Carte |
Commercials/Podcasts | ||
Proper No. Twelve Whiskey/Pardon My Take |
Supporting |
Barstool Sports |
The Actor's Nervous System |
Podcast Host |
Youtube, Spotify, Apple |
Film | ||
I Suspect |
Lead |
Alors Belovicz, Depaul Film |
Brother's Keeper |
Lead |
Gustav Lindquist, W&M Film |
The Takedown |
Lead |
William and Mary Film |
Method |
Lead |
Gustav Lindquist, W&M Film |
Training | ||
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training |
MFA in Classical Acting |
Sarasota, FL |
New York University |
MA in Educational Theatre |
New York, NY |
College of William and Mary |
BA in Theatre and English |
Williamsburg, VA |
Demidov Technique |
with Andrei Malaev-Babel |
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Classical Acting |
with Jonny Epstein |
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Voice |
with Patricia Delorey |
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Movement |
with Eliza Ladd |
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Mime |
with Bill Bowers |
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On Camera |
with Welker White and Damian Young |
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Stage Combat (SAFD Certified) |
with Robert Westley |
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Singing |
with Mary LeGere |
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Website | ||
brianzane.com |
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Physical Characteristics / Measurements |
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Height: 5'11" |
Weight: 176 lbs |
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Advanced Piano, FL Driver's License, SAFD Certified, Podcast Host, Basketball, Football, Racquetball, Swimming - ability - general, Tennis, Weight Lifting, Gamer (Console), Host, Juggler, Organ, Piano, Singer, Vocal Range: Baritone, American - New York Accent, American - Southern Accent, American - Standard/General Accent, British - BBC English Accent, British - Cockney Accent, Jewish/Yiddish Accent
Brian Zane (MFA, FSU/Asolo Conservatory) is a classically trained actor specializing in articulate shlemiels, tragicomic outsiders, and layered villains— sharp, hilarious, and heartbreakingly real. He recently appeared in the world premiere of Ken Ludwig’s Lady Molly of Scotland Yard (Asolo Rep), and understudied George Gershwin in the regional premiere of Good Night, Oscar (Asolo Rep). A skilled pianist, he brings musicality, precision, and emotional depth to theatre and on-screen work. Based in Chicago & NYC