Kim Staunton is a highly acclaimed actress, widely recognized for her electrifying stage presence, captivating on-screen performances, and her impressive range in audio book narrations. Born in the nation's capital, Washington, DC, she stems from a family with a deep-rooted passion for the arts, having graduated from the prestigious Duke Ellington School of the Arts, where she was mentored by a diverse array of esteemed instructors, including the late Peggy Cooper Cafritz, Mike Malone, Israel Hicks, Glenda Dickerson, and numerous other influential figures.
Following four years of rigorous training at the renowned Juilliard School, Kim Staunton's illustrious career has spanned over three and a half decades, marked by numerous collaborations with some of the most respected and celebrated figures in the entertainment industry, including Samuel L. Jackson, Eddie Murphy, Ice Cube, Tracy Morgan, and Delroy Lindo, among many others.
Kim's remarkable career has spanned multiple mediums, including film, television, and theater, allowing her to demonstrate her remarkable range. Her impressive filmography boasts a wide variety of roles in notable movies such as "Changing Lanes", "Holy Man", "First Sunday", "Heat", "Dragonfly", "Bark!", "Amos & Andrew", "Deceived", and "A Shock To The System". In addition to her film work, Kim has also made significant contributions to television, with guest appearances on popular shows like "This Is Us", "Army Wives", "Eleventh Hour", "The Nine", "Bones", "Strong Medicine", "Judging Amy", "City of Angels", "Law & Order", "New York Undercover", "Crime Story", and her early days on soap operas "One Life to Live" and "As the World Turns".
Kim's illustrious stage career has been marked by her impressive work as a guest company member at the renowned Denver Center Theater Company, where she has had the privilege of bringing to life iconic characters in a wide range of productions. Among her notable roles, Kim has played the complex and captivating Blanche in Tennessee Williams' classic drama "A Streetcar Named Desire", bringing her own unique interpretation to the character. Additionally, she has had the opportunity to portray the strong-willed and resilient Mama Nadi in Lynn Nottage's powerful play "Ruined", as well as the determined and loving Rose in August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama "Fences". Furthermore, Kim has also had the honor of playing the enigmatic and fiercely independent Black Mary in August Wilson's "Gem of the Ocean", a role that has allowed her to showcase her remarkable range and versatility as a performer. Throughout her career, Kim has had the privilege of working with some of the most esteemed and accomplished individuals in the industry, including the late Lynn Redgrave, who has served as a mentor and inspiration to her. Kim has also had the distinction of representing the Denver Center Theater Company as an inaugural Lunt-Fontanne Fellow at the prestigious Ten Chimneys Foundation, a testament to her talent, dedication, and commitment to her craft.
Kim has had the privilege of taking the stage at some of the most esteemed regional theaters in the country, boasting an impressive repertoire that spans across various esteemed institutions. Her illustrious career has seen her perform at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, a renowned hub for classical and contemporary theatre, alongside the South Coast Repertory, a leading force in the world of theatre, and Syracuse Stage, a stalwart of the American theatre scene.
Kim's impressive resume also boasts performances at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, a dynamic institution known for its innovative productions, as well as the Utah Shakespeare Festival, a premier destination for lovers of the Bard. Her impressive list of credits also includes appearances at the Arizona Theatre Company, a prominent player in the world of regional theatre, and the Seattle Repertory Theatre, a hub for contemporary and classic productions.
In addition to her regional theatre credits, Kim has also had the honor of performing at the Center Theatre Group/Kirk Douglas Theatre, a celebrated institution in the world of theatre, as well as the Ebony Rep, a pioneering force in the world of African-American theatre. Her impressive resume also boasts performances at the Portland Stage Company, a stalwart of the American theatre scene, and the Lone Tree Arts Center, a premier destination for arts and culture.
Kim's extensive list of credits also includes performances at the Lake Dillon Theatre Company, a renowned institution in the world of regional theatre, and the Colorado Shakespeare Festival, a premier destination for lovers of the Bard. Her impressive resume also boasts appearances at the Pittsburgh Public Theatre, a dynamic institution known for its innovative productions, and the Berkeley Rep, a leading force in the world of contemporary theatre.
Furthermore, Kim has had the privilege of performing at the Virginia Stage Company, a stalwart of the American theatre scene, and the Hartford Stage, a celebrated institution in the world of regional theatre. Her impressive list of credits also includes appearances at the Folger Theatre, a premier destination for Shakespearean productions, and the Arena Stage, a renowned institution in the world of regional theatre.
Lastly, Kim's impressive resume also boasts appearances at the O'Neill Theatre Center, a celebrated institution in the world of American theatre, and has also had the honor of performing on Broadway, with credits including the critically acclaimed "The Piano Lesson", as well as numerous off-Broadway appearances, including several productions at the Negro Ensemble Company, a pioneering force in the world of African-American theatre.
Kim's extraordinary aptitude has been impressively displayed in the realm of audiobooks, where she has skillfully narrated a multitude of titles, including the esteemed Old West Series by the acclaimed author Beverly Jenkins, the thought-provoking and highly acclaimed novel "Kindred" by the celebrated writer Octavia Butler, the meticulously researched and engaging historical account "A More Beautiful, Terrible History" by the renowned historian Jeanne Theoharis, and the poignant and insightful memoir "At Home With Muhammad Ali" by the esteemed author Hana Ali.
Kim currently resides in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Los Angeles, California, and continues to captivate and mesmerize audiences with her exceptional performances, showcasing her remarkable talent and dedication to her craft.
