Josiah has acted at theaters across the country, including Manhattan Theatre Club, Mark Taper Forum, Geffen Playhouse, American Repertory Theater, Yale Repertory Theatre, Shakespeare Theater of D.C., Rattlestick Playwrights Theater, Portland Center Stage, Artists Repertory Theater, and others. He has his MFA from Yale School of Drama.
In addition to acting, he teaches scene study in the MFA program at Brooklyn College, HB Studio, and Yale Summer Conservatory, and coaches privately. He has also taught at Williams College Summer Conservatory, New York Conservatory for the Dramatic Arts, Western Oregon University, and Completely Ridiculous Conservatory—an online acting program that brought together student actors from across the US and Canada during the pandemic.
Here’s what students are saying:
student testomonials
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“I have felt seen in Josiah’s class in a way I have not in others. He can find you exactly where you are — meet you there — and joyfully widen the aperture of what you feel capable of as an artist.”
Jessie
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“Working with Josiah has been transformative. He has a very clear and direct approach to the work. Nothing feels muddled or over-complicated… I have found that my work has opened up in a remarkable way… and he has made me extremely excited about the possibility of where my work could go.”
Ariana
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“Josiah was a godsend! He taught me how to find spontaneity in my work through playing specific actions. I booked a leading role in a play after working with Josiah!”
Jarod
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“I’ve had the privilege to study with Josiah for quite some time, and I can easily say that he is one of the most wonderful teachers I’ve ever met. His classes are always filled with laughter, beautiful work and brilliant writing.”
Kasia
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Josiah’s energy and excitement for teaching and coaching is infectious. Working with him has been a wonderfully empowering and joyful experience on both acting and human levels. He creates such a supportive environment where students can play, challenge themselves, and learn from others’ work—and have a lot of fun doing it. I can’t recommend him enough.
Caroline
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"I love studying with Josiah - he has a way of helping you focus on the energy you're bringing with you into the scene and how you're sending that to your partner. But mostly I love being around HIS energy and enthusiasm for the work, and I always leave every class inspired and having learned more about myself."
Katie
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Before working with Josiah, I knew almost nothing about Shakespeare and classical texts. In a few short months, Josiah helped me move past my inhibitions with confidence, playfulness, and a strong foundation to help me grow. He inspires curiosity, and his passion for classical work rivals his dedication for teaching. If you’re serious about reaching your potential, working with Josiah is the right investment as an actor -- his mentorship will set you apart in the audition room!
Chandler, recently accepted into LAMDA