About James Snyder
James Snyder is an actor and singer with over two decades of experience. James received his B.F.A from USC and, over the course of his career, he has worked on a variety of television series and films including Gilmore Girls, Without a Trace, Cold Case, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Drop Dead Diva, She’s the Man, An American in China, Shuttle, Anderson’s Cross, Pretty Persuasion, and Meth Head. James Snyder has also lent his talents to a variety of theatre productions, a few of which include Cry-Baby, Fanny, Carousel, If/Then on Broadway and the show’s national tour, and In Transit, Broadway’s first a Capella musical.
In addition to James Snyder’s work in television, film, and theatre, he has been a part of numerous concert performances as well. James released his solo album debut, L.A Curse, in 2008. Since then, Snyder performed with the Hartford Symphony and the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall for their annual Gala, performed at Barre in LA with Bryce Ryness, at Birdland with Prince Charming, and the Cry-Baby Reunion at 54 Below in NYC.
James has built a reputation through his career as an actor and singer on his profound passion for the arts and interest in remaining a perpetual student of his craft. For this work, James has been recognized by Broadway.com with an Audience Award in 2014 for Favorite Onstage Pair with Idina Menzel in If/Then. Mr. Snyder’s nominations include a Drama League Award Nomination for Cry-Baby and a Broadway.com Audience Award Nomination for Favorite Supporting Actor in a Musical for If/Then.
James-Snyder.net — Your Platform for In-Depth Entertainment Industry Resources
JamesSnyder.net was created to serve as a platform for comprehensive insights on the entertainment industry valuable for performers, staff, and audiences alike.
James recognizes that there are many people out there who would like to learn more about television, film, and theatre from the perspective of entertainers who have spent years refining their skills in the industry. Not only does this help with understanding about the processes involved and how individuals combine to bring creative works to our screens and stages, but it is also beneficial for helping those who are interested in the field find pathways to careers and show their commitment to growth as artists.
Future posts on James-Snyder.net will contribute to conversations on a variety of interesting topics including:
Acting
One of the main goals of this website is to explore multiple important topics within the field of acting to give both new and experienced actors perspective that will assist them in their television, film, and theatre endeavors. James maintains that an exciting aspect of acting as a craft is that it is constantly evolving and there is always more to learn about bringing emotion and thought to the screen and stage. Acting resources included on this platform will, therefore, explore key concepts that empower acting professionals to bring their talents to the next level.
Singing
With the continued popularity of musicals and individuals branching out for solo careers as music artists, James acknowledges just how beneficial resources help singers to grow their understanding of the field. Singing content will explore the interplay between singing and acting, simple tips for improving singing skills through vocal training, and more.
Broadway
As a part of Broadway productions such as If/Then and In Transit, James Snyder has learned a thing or two about Broadway productions and the hard work from actors, producers, directors, stagehands, and staff that goes into making great shows. That being said, one of the goals of this site is to provide high-level content exploring Broadway productions from the perspective of actors, staff, and audience members.
Television and Film
Television and film are constantly evolving, especially with streaming, the space adapting to allow space for new talent, and talent continuously refining their craft. Future television and film content drawing from James Snyder’s experience aims to help readers grow their understanding of the industry and its processes while showing the opportunities that are available for actors as they continue on the path to success.
Professional Insights for TV, Film, and Broadway
Mr. Snyder’s two decades in entertainment has helped him accumulate a wide range of insights that can be valuable for those who are hoping to access professional opportunities within the space and develop essential skills along the way. Whether you are a new actor or singer looking to make a name for yourself or an experienced professional interested in exploring what’s next for your career, this site will provide informative content that empowers you to make more informed decisions regarding your career path and continue refining your craft.
Industry News and Updates
Entertainment industry news impacting best practices, processes, partnerships/ collaborations, etc. are important to keep up with for professionals, institutions, and audiences alike. That being said, readers can expect that future posts on this site will include updates in the industry as well as Mr. Snyder’s and thought leaders’ insights into how these changes may affect entertainment moving forward. For the latest television, film, and theatre news, James-Snyder.net has you covered!
Interested in More Inspired by James Snyder’s Insights?
The worlds of television, film, and theatre consist of many moving parts, which is why those who are interested in learning more about the arts are often in search of resources that demystify processes, shed light on the work of those involved, and even provide insights on how they too can forge lasting careers in the industry.
If you have ever wanted to learn about the entertainment industry and its impact, you have come to the right place.
Tune in to this site for film, television, theatre, professional insights and more inspired by James Snyder’s experience. Thank you for visiting and be sure to return for future posts!