Harker Jones has worked in publishing as a writer, editor, and critic for 15 years. He was managing editor of Out magazine for seven years and has written two novels (including the best-selling love story Until September) and ten screenplays. His short thrillers Cole & Colette and One-Hit Wonder have been accepted into more than 60 film festivals, winning several awards. He has a double-major in telecommunications and film and written communication and a minor in literature from Eastern Michigan University, is a member of the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle, and is a card-carrying member of Mensa.
Favorite Show:
My favorite experience at the theater is seeing “Sunset Boulevard” with Betty Buckley. I didn't get to see Glenn Close in the role, but I think I lucked out because Betty is peerless.Favorite Stories:
- LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE Sparkles Like a Tree Full of Ornaments on Christmas Eve - “Love Actually Live“ is a a Christmas tradition here in LA. It really sets the mood for the holidays.
- DO YOU FEEL ANGER? at Circle X Theatre Company - This show was cutting and smart and surprising. The theater collective in Atwater Village is always edgy and pushes boundaries.
- PETER PAN GOES WRONG At Ahmanson Theatre - This show is hysterical, clever and creative. The imagination is through the roof.
- EVERY BRILLIANT THING at Geffen Playhouse - This one-man show is an audience-participation meditation on grief that is deeply moving.