B Johnson
Born in the southern depths of Richmond, Virginia, raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and graduating from the Contemporary Theater program at Boston Conservatory, B Johnson is a versatile performer known for their dynamic range both on and off the stage as a queer actor, divisor, voice actor, playwright, and intimacy/fight coordinator. From a young age, B was drawn to the stage, captivated by simplistic yet detailed storytelling, as well as the amazing communities theater can build.
Whether on stage or behind the scenes, B Johnson is driven by a deep-seated passion for storytelling and a desire to connect with audiences on a profound and truthful level. With each new project, they continue to push the boundaries of their craft, embracing new challenges and opportunities for growth.
Artist Manifesto
“I always just want to make things, whatever they may be. I welcome the ugly, mangled, and out of breath. There is no light without darkness, and it is most evident through everyday human relationships. Taking the mundane and heightening it so it can be viewed for how beautiful it is. I create detailed portraits of the human mind filled with misunderstood characters in twisted and intricate backdrops.
Beyond beauty, I try to curate stories about the beautiful world of mistakes, memories, and missing pieces. With an inclination for the underdog, my work highlights the parts of us our world has deemed “broken,” shining a loving light on our tattered edges to reveal the magnificence of their fractals. I aim to radicalize art by detailing epic human experiences through minimalistic means, making it as accessible as I can as an audience and creator. I am an actor, mover, divisor, and artist who wants the world to truly see radical empathy pulsate through every inch of art, in process and on stage.”