Back on Stage!

John returns to Theatre B, appearing as Bob Martindale in Perfect Arrangement, Topher Payne’s sharp, thought‑provoking, and laughter‑filled comedy. This production marks another exciting collaboration with Theatre B and highlights John’s continued work in character-driven, socially resonant theatre.

More information and tickets can be found here.


A NEW CHAPTER AT NDSU

This fall, John Smiley will join the Department of Theatre Arts at North Dakota State University as an Assistant Professor of Practice in Acting/Directing.

He looks forward to contributing to NDSU’s thriving artistic community and helping shape the next generation of theatre makers.

A new stage. A new story. And the fire to build something extraordinary—together.

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Performing at the historic Hattiloo Theatre.

John will be making his return to the stage May 16th - June 8th 2025, appearing in the highly anticipated regional premiere of The Boy Who Kissed the Sky at the Hattiloo Theatre, in Memphis, Tennessee.

More information and tickets can be found here.


SMILEY’S CIRCUIT DEBUT

PUNK ROCK GIRL!

Book & Arrangements by Joe Iconis

Co-Arrangements and Orchestrations by Rob Rokicki

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Playhouse on the Square - The Circuit Playhouse

March 21th – April 13th, 2025

Directed by John Smiley. Music Directon by Eileen Kuo and Choreography by Ellen Ring.