
Jo Hoagland
director - actor - storyteller
ABOUT ME!
Hi there! My name is Jo, and I am a Chicago-based
actor/director with a particular passion for Shakespeare and classical text. I love utilizing old stories and words in new ways to share fresh stories and perspectives. As a queer artist, I think it is important to break the molds of expectation and tradition in the industry, and make that an emphasis of my personal practice.
When not in the theatre, I love to crochet, read, play DND cuddle my cats, and explore new places. I made my stage debut at age five in 12 Dancing Princesses, and although I know I will never again play a role as profound as the 11th Princess, I am eager to continue learning about the world through different roles, lenses, and stories!

Current/Upcoming Projects
I am thrilled to be serving as the actor-manager for the Spring 2026 Original Practices production of Twelfth Night at Nonsense Theatre Company. Feel free to learn more about the OP style of Shakespeare with me as I dive into the fun (but lengthy) script-cutting/separation process! https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/discover/blogs-and-features/2020/04/30/original-practices-at-shakespeares-globe/



