Eric Regimbald's life story began in the small Ontario town of Guelph, where he started making his own films at the tender age of 12. His first notable film, a 45-minute action-packed production titled Nobody's Real, was a remarkable achievement for a young filmmaker. With a camera, some friends, and two weeks of summer vacation, Eric brought his vision to life, showcasing his passion for storytelling.
As he grew older, Eric's interest in the performing arts only intensified. He enrolled in the arts high school program Ross Touring Players, where he honed his craft and began his journey as a professional actor. With the support of Trillium grants, Eric's theatre troupe toured plays across Southern Ontario, tackling tough subjects like suicide, bullying, and homophobia while spreading messages of hope.
One of his plays, A Permanent Solution, partnered with the Suicide Resource group and was performed at the River Run center. The play was later adapted into a film and screened in schools and the Bookshelf Cinema. Eric's outstanding performance earned him his first acting award at the Sears Ontario Drama Festival in 2006.
This early success prepared Eric for even greater pursuits. In 2007, he relocated to Toronto, where he wrote and produced his first play, Just the Ticket, which premiered at the Toronto Fringe Festival in the Annex Theatre. Eric continued to study with Straeon Acting Studios, booking auditions, and working on various theatre projects while writing his next play.
His episodic comedy web series, Van Damme Motors, is still widely enjoyed today on YouTube, with two seasons available for viewing. In 2015, Eric took an opportunity to relocate to Vancouver and pursue a career as a professional clown. Since then, he has collaborated with numerous talented artists, including an invitation to the Matthew Lillard weekend workshop at the Vancouver Film School.
Eric's acting credits include appearances opposite Mandy Patinkin in the upcoming series Career Opportunities in Murder & Mayhem (Hulu) and alongside Hilary Swank in Alaska Daily (ABC). His short horror film, Patty Cake, was an official selection at the Horror Hound Festival. Most recently, Eric wrote, produced, and performed his one-man show, Confessions of a Corporate Clown, at the carousel theatre in Vancouver, with plans to option the production as a film or mini-series in the near future.
