J.J. Johnson

James J. Johnson (J. J.) is a professional actor and writer. As an actor, he has appeared with many theatres across the DMV, including the historic African-Continuum Theatre Co., Mosaic Theater Co., Arena Stage, Everyman Theatre, Olney Theatre Center, Woolly Mammoth Theatre, Ford's Theatre, Imagination Stage, Theater J, Kennedy Center, and 1st Stage. As a writer, he has received commissions from 1st Stage and Mosaic Theater Co. He has also co-written two award-winning short films, “Silent Partner” and “Speak Up Brotha,” produced by Black Man Films LLC. He co-wrote the feature-length version of “Silent Partner,” which wrapped in February 2024 in New York City and features Roderick Lawrence, Susan Heyward, Jeff Perry, and Shoshana Bean. Directed by Eric Branco. He is a proud member of AEA and SAG-AFTRA.

Training

BFA, Virginia Commonwealth University