Dirt

Dirt is a one-man show that explores the challenges and decisions that young people face every day. By approaching things through the lens of mental health, Dirt gets to the heart of issues related to drugs, bullying, and self esteem in a manner that resonates with audiences in a real and meaningful way. Through the portrayal of relatable and memorable characters, John Morello gives voice to those who sometimes feel as though they are not heard and reassurance to those who sometimes feel as though they are not understood. John does not preach, teach, or lecture; instead, he takes audiences on a journey that challenges them to think about the choices they make and how those choices impact their own lives and the lives of those around them.

John Morello has been on stage as an actor and storyteller for over 20 years. At one time a high-school dropout, he now holds degrees in Theatre Arts and Broadcasting. His performances of the one-man show, Dirt have been critically acclaimed by the New York Times and as an author, he has published a graphic novel and a poetry memoir titled, Buckshot Words. A multi-faceted performer John frequently takes roles in stage plays, films, performs as a poet, and recently was featured on PBS' Stories From The Stage. He is currently performing a groundbreaking theatrical adaptation of T.S. Eliot’s The Waste Land in which he brings to life the characters of the poem within an immersive multimedia setting. He is currently workshopping a new collection of stories for the stage which he will take across Canada and the US.

Thank you to our event sponsors including: Mesa Grande Taqueria, State of New York, and Mr. Mills Contracting