Kevin Armento, a writer from Brooklyn, originated from the culturally rich city of San Diego, California, where he initially cultivated his creative skills.
His impressive collection of plays has garnered widespread recognition, with notable productions including the captivating BETS & BLUE NOTES, which had its world premiere at the esteemed San Diego Lyceum Theatre.
Furthermore, his work COMPANION PIECE was showcased at the renowned Pleasance in London, while KILLERS was performed at the avant-garde Tom Noonan's Paradise Factory.
In addition to these notable productions, Kevin's writing has been featured or developed with several prestigious organizations, including the esteemed Seattle Repertory Theatre, the innovative Rogue Machine Theatre, the collaborative Ugly Rhino, the internationally recognized INTAR, the renowned Last Frontier Theatre Conference, Theatre503 in the heart of London, and the cutting-edge Ars Nova.
Kevin's extraordinary aptitude as a playwright was spectacularly displayed as a founding member of Fresh Ground Pepper's prestigious PlayGroup, a manifestation of his remarkable abilities and exceptional skill in crafting compelling narratives. Additionally, he has been entrusted with commissions by the esteemed Abingdon Theatre, a testament to his reputation as a talented and highly sought-after writer, further solidifying his position within the literary community.
Kevin's theatrical endeavors extend far beyond his stage performances, as his original play "A WAY TO REACH ME" has garnered substantial attention and acclaim. This notable work has already been showcased at the distinguished New Ohio, a renowned institution in the world of theatre. Moreover, it is set to receive a workshop presentation at the prestigious Naked Angels this summer, further solidifying its reputation as a standout production.
Kevin's screenplays have received widespread recognition and acclaim from esteemed film festivals, such as Slamdance, which is known for showcasing innovative and groundbreaking filmmaking, the Action on Film Festival, a premier event for action-packed movies, the New York City Horror Film Festival, a leading platform for horror enthusiasts, and the Los Angeles International Film Festival, a prestigious event that celebrates the best of international cinema.
Kevin's professional pursuits have attracted considerable attention and acclaim through prominent online publications, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished writer, with his work being featured in esteemed digital platforms such as Glamour, Yahoo, and The Huffington Post.
