John Patrick Schutz

I appeared in my first professional show when I was 19 and since then performing has taken me to 42 states as well as Canada, Mexico and wonderful places like Barbados - it's even taken me to sea, a dream I had as a child.  During these years, I've appeared as leads, second bananas, chorus people and dancers in musicals; in my own one man shows; in concerts; in musical reviews; as well as having spent time as a director and choreographer.  I've seen several of the plays and musicals I've written brought to life on stage.  I've performed for Popes, Queens, and Heads of State, and I've sung in Orphanages and Old Folks Homes - and I've loved every second of it.  It is a special gift to be allowed to be a performer, and I am very grateful for it - to this day I still get great joy stepping in front of an audience to relate to them.  It's been a great trip so far and I look forward to the rest of the ride!