Leo Burmester, a talented individual, has had a prolific career spanning across various mediums. He has appeared in an impressive thirty-seven films, making thirty-two television appearances, and even taking to the stage for nine Broadway plays. His latest credits include a part in M. O. N. Y., directed by the renowned Spike Lee, for NBC, and the revival of The Fantasticks off-Broadway.
Notably, Leo has received recognition for his outstanding performances. He was nominated for Best Actor in Robert Altman's Rattlesnake in a Cooler, and won the prestigious New York Fanny award for Best Supporting Actor in Ah Wilderness at New York's Lincoln Center.
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Leo is also dedicated to philanthropic efforts. He has produced concerts for Save The Lakes, an environmental initiative aimed at protecting New York City's water supply. Alongside his wife, Lora Lee Ecobelli, he also produced Calm The Storm, a concert benefiting the victims of Hurricane Katrina, which featured over one hundred volunteers and one hundred bands performing on five stages, both indoor and outdoor.
Leo's creative endeavors have also been showcased in various forms of media. He is featured in the documentary Leo Burmester and The Literature of Junk, which won the Best Documentary award at the Westchester Film Festival. Furthermore, he was highlighted in the May 2007 issue of Hudson Valley Magazine, offering a glimpse into his artistic world.