Luke Bond

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Biography

(He/Him) I've been working as a writer, director, producer, and editor for both the stage and screen for a decade in NYC. I'm always looking for new stories and projects and I passionately believe that the arts are irrelevant if they are not accessible.
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Experience

Teacher

2017 - Present
Teacher of Scene Study Class for Actors through The New York Theater Festival “Luke is a very strong instructor, speaking with an actor instead of at them while infusing his direction with a level of humility, which allows the pupil to achieve true collaboration and learning. I love Luke’s accessibility plus his knowledge and respect for the actor.” ~ Tanyeno Wotorson “I loved working with Luke! He is smart, sensitive, and knows exactly what he’s talking about. His knowledge expands far beyond a white male, he can relate to anyone. He provided individualized attention. I felt safe and like I was in a professional environment.” ~ Laurel McGoff “I’m so happy that I chose to take this course. I had no idea what to expect but I’m thrilled. It’s been the highlight of my weeks! Luke is passionate about acting and I learned so much from him. He challenges me and I love watching him work with the class. It’s fun and stimulating.” ~ Alexandria Persinger “I enjoyed the class. The acting assignments and exercises were useful. The sessions were well worth my time. Luke was very congenial, clear, thorough. He gave me good ideas as to developing my character. Also when he directed others, I learned some things. He was humorous, focused, friendly.” ~ Warren Wyss “Great class. I found it very energizing. A reminder of some things I already knew and had forgotten, and an education in new ideas and concepts. Luke is a wonderful communicator and very effective with imagery. HE was very skilled at getting us to curtail unnecessary movement onstage and using our voices more effectively. Great at helping us realize our character’s motivations in various scenes.” ~ Michael Huston

Director / Producer

2016 - 2017
"The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet" - toured various High Schools throughout NYC. Luke Bond and the New York Theater Festival came together to produce one of William Shakespeare's most famous plays to support the belief that Shakespeare’s classics can only truly be appreciated when seen in live performance. Shakespeare’s language and prose demand living and breathing actors to suit actions to words and words to actions. Considering Shakespeare’s works are such an integral part of our country’s education for young students, we deem it essential that schools all across the country have access to affordable and invigorating productions. Starring Devin Nelson, Noam Shapiro, Luke Bond, Andrea Figliomeni, Nazlah Black, Joseph Pascone, Federico Mallet, Emmanuel Polycarpe, Nave Barel, Christopher Mcintyre, and Hannah Long "Very good, fresh approach to the tale of Romeo and Juliet. The interaction with such a young audience is a must.I liked the modern dress and setting, the passion, romance, tragedy, and versus, and the essential elements of each character were portrayed with such passion (another plus for a young audience!)" ~ Mrs. Malyukov, Faculty of A. Philip Randolph Campus High School, New York City. "Entertaining, enthusiastic, funny, passionate! I enjoyed the simplicity of the show and the modern costumes. I liked the competence and enthusiasm of the actors!" ~ Veronica Perdomo, Faculty of A. Philip Randolph High School, New York City "Romeo and Juliet was amazing! I enjoyed it from beginning to end." ~ Jessica Jones Faculty of The Jesse Owens Public School, New York City. "Having the opportunity to watch a live version of the play was a wonderful opportunity for our 9th graders, and a great way to reinforce the work they have been doing in class." ~ David Fanning, Principal of A. Philip Randolph Campus High School “It was very engaging and appropriate. I liked the actions to engage students and make the play more accessible” – Kierra D. Fastapuir, Faculty of A. Philip Randolph Campus High School, New York City. "The Production of Romeo and Juliet was engaging. The students were participating and were following the characters on stage. The actors were professional and punctual. I liked the play’s momentum and energy. The use of contemporary music was a great way to connect with students." ~ Kelly M Downing, ELA Teacher of A. Philip Randolph Campus High School, New York City. "The Production was a success! It was concise and seamlessly from beginning to end." ~ Juan Alvarez, Faculty of A. Philip Randolph Campus High School, New York City "It was very well done! I know many of my students walked away having enjoyed all of the performances." ~ Josie Buegos, Faculty of A. Philip Randolph Campus High School, New York City "I really appreciated the diversity of the cast." ~ Samiayah Johnson, Faculty of The Jesse Owens Public School, New York City "I thought the production was great and engaging! The actors were entertaining for the students. I liked how the production still felt relevant" ~ Paige Navalany, A. Philip Randolph Campus High School, New York City

Jatubey Films

2022 - 2023

Director / Editor

2022 - 2023
Director and Editor of "Mangú Aquí" - now available to stream on Amazon Prime

Writer / Producer / Director / Editor

2021 - 2023
Writer, Producer, Director, Editor for feature film "Fire With Fire" - Purchased for distribution by Deskpop Entertainment with a July 7th 'Release Date. “Winner” of “Best Suspense/Thriller Feature Film” at the International Horror Hotel Film Festival, “Winner” of “Best Feature Horror Film” at the Chicago Indie Film Awards, “Winner” of “Best Feature Film” at the New York Film Awards, Winner of “Best Lead Actress” at the New York Film Awards, Winner of “Best Lead Actress” at the Roma Short Film Festival.

Writer / Producer / Director / Editor / Animator

2020 - 2021
Wrier, Director, Producer, and Animator for Stop-Motion Animation Series "Paul Makes Everything Worse" - available to stream for free on koldopen. Paul, full of angst, Franklin, full of optimism, and Captain Dinglepuss, full of Captaining, deal with the every day (and not so every day) shenanigans of rooming together. Their friendship is tested as the controversies of our time impinge on their livelihoods. Nominated for "Outstanding Animation" at the New Jersey Web Festival Finalist at The Los Angeles Animation Festival Written, Directed, and Animated by Luke Bond Starring Luke Bond, Zac Wood, Anna Acha, Taylor Kate Manns, Noam Shapiro, Tatiana Grey, Bill Blechingberg, Antonio Greco, Andrea Figliomeni, and Gregory Boover Original Music by Zac Wood

Writer / Director / Producer

2019 - 2019
Writer, Director, and Producer for staged reading of "Iago Meets Hamlet" Based on the characters created by William Shakespeare. Two months before the events of Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”, a Venetian trade ship is stranded on Elsinore. When the Italian merchants seek refuge at Denmark’s castle, lies, betrayal, and conspiracy unfold. Featuring Luke Bond, Andrea Figliomeni, Bill Blechingberg, Noam Shapiro, Alex Perez, Joseph Pascone, Zac Wood, Susana Montoya Quinchia, Laura Diaz, Manny Sandridge, Niki Hatzidis, and Triever Sherwood.

Writer / Director / Producer

2019 - 2019
Writer, Director, and Producer for stage Play "Fuck Alex" produced at the Greenpoint Gallery. When Alex’s luck changes from being the unpopular kid to suddenly becoming a multi-millionaire, he is faced with discovering who is real friends are. Starring TJ D'angelo, Carla De La Hoz, Luke Bond, Federico Mallet, Alex Perez, Andrea Figliomeni, Warren Wyss, and Joseph Pascone, and Richard Calvache. Fight Choreography by Brynn Knickle

Writer / Director / Producer

2018 - 2018
Writer, Director, and Producer for stage play "Bitch", produced in 2018 at The Central Arts Theater The trials and tribulations of raising a mentally challenged teenage son, Gary, begin to uproot the life of his father, Kyle. His new baby sitter, Joan, and his mother, Claire, quickly get involved as Kyle's social life is threatened. As the pressures to nurture Gary increase, tensions begin to bubble over into chaos Starring Brynn Knickle, Alberto Gonzalez, Federico Mallet, Andrea Figliomeni, Melissa Brown, Luke Bond, and Joseph Pascone

Writer / Producer / Director / Editor

2018 - 2020
Writer, Producer, Director, and Editor for Feature Film "Broke", available to stream on Amazon Prime. “Winner” of “Best Feature Film” at the Williamsburg International Film and Music Festival, “Winner” of “Best Feature Film” at the Hudson International Film Festival, “Winner” of “Best Director” at the Hudson International Film Festival, “Winner” of “Best Supporting Actor” at the Hudson International Film Festival, Nominated for “Best Feature Film” at the Transparent Film Festival, Nominated for “Best Lead Actress” at the Transparent Film Festival, Semi-finalist for “Best Feature Film” at the NYC Cinematography Awards, Officially selected Screener at: NewFilmakers NY Film Festival, Big Apple Film Festival, and New York Lift-Off Film Festival "This film is an excellent portrayal of band life. The four actors in the band play their parts to recognizable perfection...{Anna Acha} has her character down so well...Acting is superb. The director maneuvers us in and out of the story, carefully setting up shots that bolster the mood. Sound is crisp, the entire film is well lit. Technically it sails through." - The Transparent Film Festival

Writer / Director / Producer

2017 - 2017
Writer, Director, and Producer of "Scum" at The Hudson Guild Theater Rudy and Eddie face off over the fate of Cathy, Eddie’s younger adopted sister, as Eddie fights to thwart Rudy’s relationship with her Starring Hannah Langford, Andres Montejo, and Luke Bond

Writer / Director / Producer

2017 - 2017
Writer, Director, and Producer of stage play "Asking a Human" at The Hudson Guild Theater. When God and his most trusted Angel, Mike, are creatively stumped in worldly design, they decided to resort to drastic measures by asking the advice of a human Starring Bill Blechingberg, Ian Pittsinger, and Joseph Pascone Nominated for "Best Play" at the New York Theater Festival Bill Blechingberg - Winner of "Best Lead Actor" at the New York Theater Festival Luke Bond - Nominated for "Best Director" at the New York Theater Festival

Writer / Director / Producer

2017 - 2017
Writer, Director, and Producer of stage production "Post Coitus" at The Davenport Theater The Kama Sutras of Rachel and Henry are wildly different, each leading to unpredictable emotional baggage. As they pass through the years, dealing with each uniquely messy sexual encounter, we catch a glimpse of their intertwined origins and destinations. Starring Devin Nelson, Noam Shapiro, Susanna Montoya Quinchia, Zac Wood, Luke Bond, Stephanie Anderson, Monty Renfrow, and Andrea Figliomeni

Writer / Director / Producer

2017 - 2017
Writer, Director, and Producer for Stage Play "Burying Davey" - produced at Pearl Studios. When Davey finds himself in need of an expensive surgery in order to continue his sex life, he must obtain the funds by reconnecting with his family of traditional values. As he confronts friends, avoids boyfriends, and grapples with bills, his life slowly oozes into chaos. Starring Christian Perry, Susana Montoya Quinchia, Federico Mallet, Luke Bond, Joseph Pascone, Stephanie Bethancourt, Hannah Long, Connor Greyssit, and Patrick Leonard,

Writopia Lab

2013 - 2013

Writer

2013 - 2013
Writer of "Initiation" produced Off-Broadway at The Clurman Theater Starring Dave Churra and Leo Goodman. Directed by Jeremy Duncan Pope

Biography

Luke Bond

Luke Bond is an award-winning writer, director, producer, and editor in New York City. His most recent feature film, “Fire With Fire”, was purchased for distribution by Deskpop Entertainment, and will be available on various platforms by the end of the Summer. It previously succeeded in the film festival circuit, winning “Best Horror Feature Film” at the Chicago Indie Film Awards, “Best Picture” and “Best Lead Actress” and the New York Film Awards, and “Best Suspense/Thriller Feature Film” at the International Horror Hotel Film Festival. His previous feature film, “Broke,” won “Best Feature Film” at The Williamsburg International Film and Music Festival in 2019, and "Best Feature Film" at the Hudson International Film Festival in 2020. Luke also won “Best Director” at the Hudson International Film Festival, and it was nominated for “Best Lead Actress” at the Transparent Film Festival, as well as being nominated for “Best Feature Film.” It was a semi-finalist for “Best Feature Film” at the New York Cinematography Awards, and also screened at the NewFilmakers NY Film Festival, the Big Apple Film Festival, and the Lift Off Film Festival in NYC. It is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime. 

Luke also has a long career directing and writing in theater. His play “Initiation” was produced Off-Broadway at the Clurman Theater as part of Writopia Lab’s 2013 Season. Some other directing and playwrighting credits include “The Rare Upper Hand”, “The Relationship Type”, “Post Coitus”, (The Davenport Theater), “Folly”, “Scum” (The Hudson Guild Theater), “Outside the Door”, “Burying Davey”, “Iago Meets Hamlet” (Pearl Studios), “Bitch” (Central Arts Theater), “Fuck Alex” (The Greenpoint Gallery) and “Foggy Dew” at the Robert Moss Theater as part of the New York Theater Festival. He was also nominated for “Best Director” for “Asking a Human” as part of the New York Theater Festival in 2017. His recent web series “Paul Makes Everything Worse” was nominated for “Outstanding Animation” at the New Jersey Webfest, and was a finalist at the L.A. Animation Festival. Luke has been teaching acting for several years, and he is the owner Logophile Productions (www.logophileproductions.com).

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