Josh Epstein is a multifaceted Canadian actor, producer, and writer, known for his dynamic contributions to both film and theater. He has made significant strides in the industry, including his work as a writer on the reimagining of the film Youngblood and selling a screenplay titled Astrid's Deathlist to Paramount Pictures, with renowned producer Lorenzo DiBonaventura at the helm.
In addition to his writing endeavors, Epstein produced, co-wrote, and acted in the film Adventures in Public School, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in two thousand seventeen. His talent was recognized with a nomination for the Canadian Screen Award for Best Adapted Screenplay at the fourth Canadian Screen Awards in two thousand sixteen, where he was honored for his co-writing of the film Eadweard, in which he also portrayed Thomas Edison.
Epstein's theatrical prowess is evident through his extensive stage work in Canada, where he has taken on a variety of roles, including Michael Darling in Peter Pan, Leo Bloom in The Producers, and Barfee in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. His performances have earned him accolades such as the Jessie Theatre Richardson Awards for his roles as Barfee and Lensky, as well as the Ovation Theatre Award for his portrayal of Leo Bloom.
Recently, he garnered further acclaim by winning the two thousand twenty-five Ovation Awards for Best Director for Oliver and Best Actor for his role as Leo Frank in Parade. His television credits include guest appearances on popular series such as The X-Files, Breaker High, and So Weird, along with a memorable role as a chorus dancer in the film Hairspray.
In addition to his acting and producing, Epstein has showcased his writing talent through two one-man plays, Walking Away and Wow, I Didn't Know She Was Jewish.... His diverse skill set and dedication to his craft continue to make him a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.