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Douglas Taurel is an accomplished actor and producer. As an actor, he has starred in numerous television shows including Nurse Jackie, Damages, NYC 22, The Americans, Person of Interest, Blue Bloods and many more.

As a producer, he has produced two Off Off Broadway shows that were well reviewed by the New York Times and received 5 stars at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. His last film production project was a short film called “Siesta”, performed in English and Spanish, it was accepted and screened at numerous film festivals including Atlanta Short Fest and Big Apple Film Festival.

He is active in the independent film scene and has worked with many upcoming film directors.
His recent credits include a supporting role as a hit man in the 2015 independent feature film "The Cobbler", a feature film starring Adam Sandler and Dustan Huffman and directed by Tom McCarthy, he also has a starring role in the horror crime feature "Slash 3" and the zombie thriller "Perdition" directed by Jack Stanis. Last year, he played the role of the villain in the sci-fi indie "Waystation in the Stars", and the role of the ruthless bank robber in "La Croix Rising".

He began his acting training in New York with the legendary Wynn Handman and since has had the opportunity to study with many amazing artists including Alec Baldwin, Kathleen Turner, Edward Albee and Tim Phillips. He is currently developing a one man show with Padraic Lillis based on veteran letters from every American Conflict His website: www.DouglasTaurel.com. Follow him on Twitter: @DouglasTaurel 

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Douglas Taurel's THE AMERICAN SOLDIER Announced At Kent State University


Douglas Taurel's solo show The American Soldier will be stepping in for Stephan Lang's Beyond Glory. Stephan Lang was scheduled to perform at Kent State University

2022 GI Film Festival Announces Film Lineup


Organizers of the GI Film Festival San Diego are thrilled to announce a diverse film lineup for its annual event happening May 17-21, 2022 at the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) in Balboa Park. The film festival is dedicated to presenting films and events for, by and about military and veterans, and is set to return to in-person screenings for the first time since 2019. The online box office will open on April 1 at GIFilmFestivalSD.org.

JPAS Presents THE AMERICAN SOLDIER


In honor of Veterans Day, Jefferson Performing Arts Society will present a “tour de force” solo performance by Douglas Taurel based on letters from soldiers from the American Revolution to Afghanistan. 

Douglas Taurel Honors Veterans And Remembers World War I On Veterans Day


On November 11, 2018 (Veterans Day), Douglas Taurel, actor and creator of the acclaimed solo show The American Soldier, will perform his new play An Americans Soldier's Journey Home at the Hoboken Museum in Hoboken, NJ at 4 pm.

Library Of Congress Hosts World War I Solo Show


On May 26th, at 2 pm, Douglas Taurel, actor, and creator of the acclaimed solo show The American Soldier will perform his second one man show An Americans Soldier's Journey Home at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC. The performance will be held in the Library's Coolidge Auditorium, Ground Floor, Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street SE, Washington, DC at 2pm.

Library Of Congress Hosts World War I Solo Show


On May 26th, at 2 pm, Douglas Taurel, actor, and creator of the acclaimed solo show The American Soldier will perform his second one man show An Americans Soldier's Journey Home at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC. The performance will be held in the Library's Coolidge Auditorium, Ground Floor, Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street SE, Washington, DC at 2pm.

The Farm Theater & Stable Cable Bring Solo Show Festival to IRT Theater Tonight


The Farm Theater in association with Stable Cable Lab Co. will present the Solo Show Festival: Three Award-Winning Solo Performances in residence at IRT Theater (154 Christopher Street between Greenwich and Washington, third floor) from tonight, November 29, through December 10.

The Farm Theater & Stable Cable to Bring Solo Show Festival to IRT Theater


The Farm Theater in association with Stable Cable Lab Co. will present the Solo Show Festival: Three Award-Winning Solo Performances in residence at IRT Theater (154 Christopher Street between Greenwich and Washington, third floor) from November 29-December 10.

The Library of Congress' Veterans History Project to Celebrate Veterans Day with Theatre and More


On NOVEMBER 11, 2017 (Veterans Day) Douglas Taurel, actor and creator of the acclaimed solo show The American Soldier, will perform his new play An Americans Soldier's Journey Home at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.

The Library of Congress' Veterans History Project to Celebrate Veterans Day with Theatre and More


On NOVEMBER 11, 2017 (Veterans Day) Douglas Taurel, actor and creator of the acclaimed solo show The American Soldier, will perform his new play An Americans Soldier's Journey Home at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.

Mile Square Theatre to Stage THE AMERICAN SOLDIER to Honor Veterans Over 9/11


Stage, film and television actor Douglas Taurel brings his powerful and electrifying piece THE AMERICAN SOLDIER to Mile Square Theatre September 9, 10, and 11.

Mile Square Theatre to Stage THE AMERICAN SOLDIER This September


Stage, film and television actor Douglas Taurel brings his powerful and electrifying piece THE AMERICAN SOLDIER to Mile Square Theatre September 9, 10, and 11.

BWW Interview: Douglas Taurel of THE AMERICAN SOLDIER at Miles Square Theatre


So grateful to speak with @douglastaurel about his solo show honoring veterans

Mile Square Theatre to Stage THE AMERICAN SOLDIER to Honor Veterans Over 9/11


Stage, film and television actor Douglas Taurel brings his powerful and electrifying piece THE AMERICAN SOLDIER to Mile Square Theatre September 9, 10, and 11.

Mile Square Theatre to Stage THE AMERICAN SOLDIER This September


Stage, film and television actor Douglas Taurel brings his powerful and electrifying piece THE AMERICAN SOLDIER to Mile Square Theatre September 9, 10, and 11.

'OFF THE DESK' to Open in January at WorkShop Theater Mainstage


Off The Desk (Tales of A Mediocre Stockbroker) written and performed by Chris Foley will begin atWorkShop Theater Main Stage starting January 20th. Padraic Lillis directs.

Photo Flash: THE AMERICAN SOLDIER Premieres Tonight at MITF


THE AMERICAN SOLDIER by Douglas Taurel, directed by Padraic Lillis, will play MITF's Autumn Edition tonight, November 18 at 7:15 p.m., Friday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 22 at 3:45 p.m. at The Jewel Box Theater @ The Workshop (312 W 36th Street, NYC). Scroll down for a sneak peek at Taurel in action!

War, PTSD and Sacrifice Take the Stage in THE AMERICAN SOLDIER at MITF, 11/18-22


Experienced stage, film, and television actor, Douglas Taurel, performs his powerful and passionate solo show THE AMERICAN SOLDIER at the Midtown International Theatre Festival.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek - THE AMERICAN SOLDIER to Premiere at MITF


THE AMERICAN SOLDIER by Douglas Taurel, directed by Padraic Lillis, will play MITF's Autumn Edition Wednesday, November 18 at 7:15 p.m., Friday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 22 at 3:45 p.m. at The Jewel Box Theater @ The Workshop (312 W 36th Street, NYC). Scroll down for a sneak peek at Taurel in action!

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