Armando Riesco
- Actor
- Additional Crew
- Writer
Armando Riesco is a versatile and critically acclaimed actor, known for his dynamic performances across film, television, theater, and voice work. Born and raised in Puerto Rico to Cuban parents, Armando honed his craft at Northwestern University, graduating Cum Laude from its prestigious theater program before making his way to New York City.
In film and television, Armando has built an impressive career, appearing in numerous feature films and securing regular, recurring, and guest-starring roles on a variety of popular shows. His talent extends to voice acting and motion capture, where his voice has become a staple in video games, national and international ad campaigns, as well as podcasts and audiobooks.
On stage, he is best known for playing the title character in Quiara Hudes' Elliot Trilogy, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning Water by the Spoonful, earning him a Lucille Lortel nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play. He has also performed in renowned theaters such as the Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf Theatre, Hartford Stage, Victory Gardens, and the Wilma Theater, among others.
As a director, writer, and producer, Armando made waves with his debut feature film Seneca, which won multiple awards on the film festival circuit and was later picked up by HBO/MAX. He also co-directed the Audible series The Justice alongside Chaet, with a script by James Patterson and an all-star cast led by Sanaa Lathan. The series topped Audible's charts at #1. Currently, his latest film Meri Crismas is in development.
In film and television, Armando has built an impressive career, appearing in numerous feature films and securing regular, recurring, and guest-starring roles on a variety of popular shows. His talent extends to voice acting and motion capture, where his voice has become a staple in video games, national and international ad campaigns, as well as podcasts and audiobooks.
On stage, he is best known for playing the title character in Quiara Hudes' Elliot Trilogy, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning Water by the Spoonful, earning him a Lucille Lortel nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play. He has also performed in renowned theaters such as the Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf Theatre, Hartford Stage, Victory Gardens, and the Wilma Theater, among others.
As a director, writer, and producer, Armando made waves with his debut feature film Seneca, which won multiple awards on the film festival circuit and was later picked up by HBO/MAX. He also co-directed the Audible series The Justice alongside Chaet, with a script by James Patterson and an all-star cast led by Sanaa Lathan. The series topped Audible's charts at #1. Currently, his latest film Meri Crismas is in development.