1. J. Ure Egbuho
1324 Saint John's Place Apt. 2B
New York City, NY 11213
(818) 384­4087/ ​J.UreEgbuho@gmail.com
Education:
Bachelor’s Degrees in Journalism and Theatre Arts, with minors in Dance and Musical Theatre
California State University, Sacramento Class of 2014
Experience:
Server, Stand Up NY, Manhattan, New York, July 2015­ Present
Introduced to the world of Stand­Up comedy by working in this Lower West Side Nightclub. Became familiar
with “On The Floor” terminology like: first round, last call and check spot. Experienced in politely, yet firmly,
reinforcing the two drink minimum to all patrons. Learned mixology and served alcoholic beverages to audience
members as well as, professional comedians.
Caterer and Serving Staff, Amerivents Events and Staffing Company, New York City, June 2015 ­ Present
Gained experience as a caterer, host, server, bartender, and entertainer. Worked with a team of talented
individuals to provide fine dining and hospitality services for a major staffing company throughout the New
York Area. Served food and beverages to event guests, worked as a bartender in both public and private
settings. Worked in venues such as Central Park, Ellis Island, Patina Rock Cafe and Sea Grill, Columbia
University, and Entertainment Cruise.
Hostess, Server and Bartender, The Burger Guru, Brooklyn, New York, May 2015 ­ July 2015
Trained to be a bartender, server and hostess in a fast paced niche restaurant that specializes in gourmet
burgers. Took on the role of a brand representative and locally promoted burger enlightenment to potential
customers in the Williamsburg area.
Intern, FOX40, KTXL News Station, Sacramento, Jan. ­ May 2014
Learned how to work for a broadcast news station in Designated Market Area #20 which reaches about
1,387,710 of Television households. Covered areas of field gathering, production, assignment desk and news
writing for prompters and web. Gained experience as a Writer, Field Reporter, Production Assistant and as a
Multimedia Journalist
Staff Writer, The State Hornet, California State University, Sacramento, Sept. ­ Dec. 2011
Reported and wrote opinion and feature stories for a 30,000 circulation weekly campus newspaper. Created and
edited audio and video projects on the guilty pleasures of students and faculty.
Actor, 2014­ 15 Apprentice/ Intern Company, Actors Theatre of Louisville, July 2014 ­ April 2015
Was selected out 2000 application to be 1 of 20 Acting Apprentices at one of the nation’s most prestigious
regional theaters. Participated in workshops, had multiple chances to create and perform in the A/ I season and
devoted nine months to learning about careers in professional theatre, television and film. Played ensemble
characters and was a part of the technical crews in Actors Theatre’s mainstage season. Was an ambassador
and integral part of the 39th Humana Festival of New American Plays.
Actor, and Teaching Artist, B Street Theatre Company, Dec. 2013 ­ Feb 2014
Portrayed the six year old character “Minty” in their production of ​The Conductor: Harriet Tubman and the
Underground Railroad. ​Taught children about the historical figure through performance and interaction. A

2. Professional theatre company supported by the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission. The contract also
made eligible to join the Actor’s Equity Association.
Actor, Singer and Dancer, Sacramento Theatre Company, April 2012 ­ Feb 2013
Portrayed the character “Ronette” in their musical production of ​Little Shop of Horrors. ​Invited back to be a
part of their ​Ease on Down The Road​ Cabaret. Interacted with members of the audience, technical crew,
production crew and professional theatre company.
Actor, Singer and Dancer, Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, May 2011 ­ Sept. 2011
Portrayed the character “Cindy Watkins” and understudied all three singers of “The Dynamites” in their
musical productions of ​Hairspray ​at their theaters in Santa Maria, CA and Solvang, CA. Also understudied all
three singers of “The Radio” in their production of “​Caroline, or Change​” in Santa Maria, CA. Experience with
audience participation and quickly adapting to different environments.
Skills:
Familiar with conversational Spanish
Microsoft Excel, Final Cut Pro, and In­Design
Playwriting, Theatrical Arts, Musical Theatre, Dance and Choreography
Other:
2009­2014 member of Dramatists Society
2009­2014 member of Sons/ Ancestors Players
2010­2014 member of Sacramento/ Black Art of Dance
Awards/ Honors:
2009 and 2013 California State University, Sacramento Department of Theatre and Dance’s
Best Lead Actress
2011 California State University, Sacramento Department of Theatre and Dance’s ​Outstanding Performance in
Concert Dance
2012 California State University, Sacramento Department of Theatre and Dance’s ​Best Supporting Actress
2014 California State University, Sacramento Department of Theatre and Dance’s ​Choreographic Exploration
in Concert Dance
2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Nominee for Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Irene Ryan
Acting Scholarship