James Sutorius is a veteran theater actor who has performed with prestigious regional and repertory companies across the country, including California's Old Globe, La Jolla Playhouse, and Pasadena Playhouse, as well as Lincoln Center, Yale Repertory, and Seattle Repertory.
Born in Ohio, James was raised in Wheaton, Illinois, and attended the same high school as John Belushi and Bob Woodward. He was active in sports and played a leading role in a school production of "The Desperate Hours," which altered his career ambitions.
James studied at Illinois' Wesleyan University, where he received his BFA and played his first Hamlet. He then trained at the Academy of Dramatic Art in Michigan for two years before relocating to New York City to pursue his career.
James made his Broadway debut in 1973 with "The Changing Room" and has since appeared in numerous productions, including "The November People," "The Crucible," "The Seagull," "Uncle Vanya," "Les Liaisons Dangereuses," and "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest."
In addition to his theater work, James has also had a successful career in television and film, with notable roles in "The Andros Targets," "A Death in Canaan," "Skokie," and "On Wings of Eagles." He has also guest-starred on popular TV shows such as "St. Elsewhere," "Family Ties," "21 Jump Street," and "The X Files."
James has continued to work in theater, film, and television, and has received numerous awards and nominations for his performances.
