Eric Avilés is a multifaceted artist with a remarkable background in the entertainment industry, based in New York City.
As a seasoned actor, he has had the privilege of performing at numerous prestigious theaters across the country, including El Teatro Campesino, Steppenwolf, Goodman, Teatro Vista, and INTAR, consistently delivering outstanding portrayals of characters that thoughtfully explore the Latino experience in the United States.
Beyond his impressive acting career, Eric has also ventured into the realm of filmmaking, directing and writing several short independent films for the Video Mixtape Vol. 1: Art of The Possible, a self-produced project with his organization, Liberation Arts Collective.
Eric's artistic accomplishments are numerous, including receiving the 2018 New York Innovative Theater Award for "Outstanding Original Full Length Script" and being a nominee for "Outstanding Solo Performance" for his solo play, "Where You From? What You Be About?" His storytelling ability has proven to be incredibly versatile, effortlessly transitioning across multiple mediums.
Eric is deeply committed to his community-based work, dedicating over 20 years to empowering youth and adults through the power of theater. He has directed and produced original and culturally significant works in schools, community centers, and prisons, employing a collaborative and devising approach that fosters growth and creativity.
