John R. Smith Jnr.

Biography

John is an award-winning. classically-trained, character actor who has worked in CT theatre for nearly 30 years. He & his wife, Tanya Feduik-Smith, are Founders & Artistic Directors of Vagabond Theatre Company in Bridgeport CT. Pre-Covid, his sole focus was stage work. Occasionally playing small film roles as favors for friends. After Covid shuttered theaters he pivoted exclusively to films, including his award-winning performance as Bernie in The Woodsman and lovable, foul-mouthed catcher, John Faiella, in Omnes Films' festival fave: Eephus. In theaters March 2025

Known For

Eephus

as John Faiella

The Woodsman

as Bernie Davis

Ericson, the Auteur

as Stevie (voice)

The History of Everything Circa 1993: F/K/A Kissy Cousins Monster Babies

as Mooner

Breakfast of Champions

as Elvis

Curdled Café

as Buddy

Take from Me

as Teddy

Worlds

as Jonathan Fischer

The Red Reina

as Moka Joe

I’ve Seen All I Need To See

as Tucson