
Jo Hoagland
director - actor - storyteller
ABOUT ME!
Hi there! My name is Jo, and I am a Chicago-based
actor/director with a particular passion for Shakespeare and classical text. I love utilizing old stories and words in new ways to share fresh stories and perspectives. As a queer artist, I think it is important to break the molds of expectation and tradition in the industry, and make that an emphasis of my personal practice.
When not in the theatre, I love to crochet, read, play DND, cuddle my cats, and explore new places. I made my stage debut at age five in 12 Dancing Princesses, and although I know I will never again play a role as profound as the 11th Princess, I am eager to continue learning about the world through different roles, lenses, and stories!

What am I up to?
I am over the the moon to announce that I will be directing Lauren Gunderson's "I and You" for Nonsense Productions in Chicago in the spring of 2027 (specific dates and venue TBA)!



