Scotty Ray
Los Angeles based actor.
MFA in Acting from the American Repertory Theater Institute at Harvard University, and also trained in improv at The Groundlings Theater in Hollywood.
I also teach acting, voice and improv classes, workshops and one on one private sessions. Please see the contact page for more information.
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Light of Love Musical
Created a Christmas musical with Summer Medina called Light of Love. The show had sell out performances and combined the relatable humor and challenges of every day life with a heartfelt message of hope, acceptance, and love for the outcasts. I wrote the script and a few songs while Summer wrote most of the songs and we collaborated on a few as well.
Fresh Picked Improv
Member of the Fresh Picked Improv team that does family friendly improv shows about once a month.
Encounters Episodic Drama
I flew to Germany in early 2020 pre-pandemic as part of a writing team for a five part drama series. I was part of a writers room that helped brainstorm the first season and I wrote two episodes of it. The first season is out in the US soon.
Encounters series website
Melody
Feature film currently in post production. I wrote the script and played the lead of Saul, a middle-aged, workaholic, composer gets a rare second chance at love when a package from almost 20 years ago shows up on his doorstep from his first love. More details on the release to come soon.
Guest on "The Musty Creative" Podcast
I had the absolute joy and honor to be invited as a guest on The Musty Creative Podcast the power couple and dynamic host duo of Jesús & Michelle. We had a blast talking acting, writing, improv, bad accents and singing songs from Frozen. And while I'm extremely awesome, amazing and egotistical the other episodes are even more delightfully entertaining and thought provoking so even if you can't stand me or my shameless plug for my episode be sure to check out the others as they interview so many creatives.
I worked as producer on some mini documentaries highlighting different individuals and their amazing stories of faith and spirituality and how that plays a huge role in their lives. You can view the videos here.
Ian Fleming Interview
I was interviewed for the role as Ian Fleming in the film 'Come Before Winter' - a thought provoking docudrama about Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the German resistance and black propaganda directed by Kevin Ekvall. Find the interview here.
"God's Peculiar People" World Premiere
Written by Marilynn Loveless Ph.D., Director of the Drama Program at La Sierra University, "God's Peculiar People" is a rare stage play with rich characters that can leave you laughing and crying. I played the role of Leslie in this fantastic show that on the surface "pokes gentle fun" at the Adventist church by looking at it from many different perspectives, including how much it's changed since the 60s, but at the core this play is really about relationships. God's Peculiar People is a relatable, funny, thought provoking, and deeply moving play that will leave you with great disappointment should you miss it.
Come Before Winter - Dietrich Bonhoeffer Docudrama Premiere
I played Ian Flemming in this film that premiered Jan 21 at the Loma Linda University Church. You can find more info in the blurb below or on the film's website by clicking here.
"The North American premiere for COME BEFORE WINTER, a film detailing the last days of German pastor and Nazi resister Dietrich Bonhoeffer. A leading Bonhoeffer scholar, Keith Clements from Bristol, UK, will be present following the screening for a Q&A. Join us after the program for hot drinks and a meet-and-greet with the filmmakers and several of the actors and actresses. The event is FREE to the public.
This docudrama lifts the curtain on cruel ironies of the last weeks of World War II in Europe and tells Bonhoeffer’s story from the unique perspective of a British propaganda radio team.
Filmed on the Baltic island of Rügen, in Berlin, England, and various locations in Southern California, the movie weaves together both dramatic scenes and interviews with top Bonhoeffer scholars."
"Stupid Money" Talk show
Worked as writer/script advisor and on camera talent coach for a new talk show called "Stupid Money" where they look at different stupid things people did with their money and then offer practical advice for managing money and making smart financial decisions about budgeting, debt, and buying a new car or house.
EverReady Mini Series
Wrote, co-directed (along with the talented Phillip Sherwood) and acted in a five part mini series called EverReady; the story of two close friends in their thirties with undeniable chemistry that help each other find love as they navigate the awkwardly hilarious line between friends and dating. You can see the episodes here!
Blatantly Christmas Web Series
Wrote and acted in a four part Christmas web series. Dumb and Dumber meets Scrooge! You can watch the episodes by clicking on them below.
Doritos Commercial
I helped create a Doritos commercial featuring my nephew Paxton! You can see the video here.
Completely Hollywood Abridged
I was fortunate to have the opportunity to perform Completely Hollywood Abridged by Reed Martin, Austin Tichenor and Dominic Conti at La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. Joined by Carl Canwell and Kelly Reed again as last year they did a similar show, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged. These are both truly some of the funniest plays. Check out this university news article about the show!
The Simple Life Series
I wrote and acted in a five part video series of shorts. Each video focuses on a different area of life where things can get out of hand. This is somewhat of a sequel or continuation to a five part series we did last year called "The Missing Piece," so he once again acted alongside fellow Harvard/American Repertory Theater Alum, Rose Hogan. Click here to view one video from the series!
Commercial Shoot for The Guardsman
I worked with the amazingly creative folks at Into The Forrest to create some short, comedic commercials and print ads for a furniture repair company called the Guardsman. You can see the commercials by clicking here andhere.
Added Performances of "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised]"
Added an encore performance at La Sierra University and took the show on the road to Walla Walla University (WWU) in College Place, Washington.
Improv for ESL
Taught a one day improv workshop at La Sierra University. I worked with ESL students from China by doing improv games and exercises.
"Come Before Winter" Film
Landed the role of Ian Flemming, author of the James Bond novels. The film is a documentary about Dietrich Bonhoeffer and the German Resistance during WWII.
"The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised]"
Cast in the crazy, silly and fun "Saturday Night Live meets Shakespeare" play along with the gifted actors Carl Canwell and Kelly Reed. Romance, bromance, white Shakespeare rap, epic fight scenes and legendary wigs.
"Jane Don't Date"
Joins the cast for the sitcom "Jane Don't Date", as one of Jane's crazy guy interactions.
"Prayers" short film
Shot alongside many talented actors in the ridiculously funny short "Prayers", loaded with interesting characters written by Carl Canwell.
"The Missing Piece" video short series
Wrote a five part video short series highlighting the challenges of life and family when missing pieces are forgotten in busy lives. I also costarred in the series alongside the brilliant Rose Hogan, fellow Harvard alumni. We had the pleasure to work with the multitalented director and editor Phillip Sherwood.
"Hotel Secrets and Legends" TV show
Booked and shot an episode in a historical recreation series for the Travel Channel.
Improv Workshop
Ran an improv workshop for MBA Students at La Sierra University. As part of their creativity in business class they get the opportunity to do things such as paint and improvise to sharpen skills in creativity, trust, acceptance, team building and creativity.
"The Captive" short Film
Shot a short film in Vegas created by the talented Jason Daub. I acted alongside Alexandra Wright - an MFA classmate he recently graduated with from Harvard/ART.
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