José J. Muñoz

Hola!

Jose (he/him) grew up in the Republic of Panama, where he developed his passion for the arts and the diversity within them. Mom is a teacher and choreographer, which led to a very early exposure to dance and theatre. He started performing at age 14 in a production of “Don Bosco, el Musical”, a show that has only been produced in Spanish, his native language. Here, he discovered a world that combined form and story, extravaganza and poetry, reality and illusion. A world that, within its imaginary boundaries, heightened the human experience.

Besides performing, Jose has a passion for instruments and choreography. You can find him playing his guitar everywhere he goes, especially when going to the beach. He also plays piano and several percussive instruments. Choreography, however,  has a very special place in his heart, as it is something he shares with his mom and has made them grow closer in his recent adult years.

Jose recently graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Music Theatre from Florida State University.

He then journeyed to St. Louis, to be part of the ensemble of In the Heights at The Muny in their 106th season. This show meant a lot for him and couldn’t be a better way of beginning his career while celebrating his identity.

He has now made the big move to NYC and is thrilled to see what opportunities this beautiful city holds. Paciencia y Fe.