New year, new headshots!
A massive thanks to Bjorn Bolinder @findthelightphotography for the update. Full spread on my website, ashleymcowles.com.
Here’s to another year of auditions, collaboration, and storytelling!
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I’m delighted to join the producing team behind “Ivanov” with Sam Underwood at the Royal Family Theater in Times Square.
Chekhov scholar Laura Strausfeld’s “Ivanov” is as funny as it is heart-rending. This faithful, fast-paced adaptation of Chekhov’s tragicomedy examines how passion curdles into burnout, delivering nuanced commentary on masculinity, mental health, and existential malaise.
Don’t miss this gripping rendition of an underestimated classic.
Tickets available now at tickettailor.com.
#Ivanov #SamUnderwood #RoyalFamilyTheater #TimesSquare #Chekhov
This summer, I earned my BFA in Acting. The very next day, I flew to London for my first job as a graduate, marking the start of an exciting new chapter.
Landing an international gig straight out of school is every graduate’s dream, and I feel incredibly fortunate.
As I look toward the future, I owe immense gratitude to my mentors, friends, and family for their guidance and support.
A special thanks to @karenko_photography for capturing these stunning photos. More to come!
#Graduate #Acting #BFA #AMDA #London
Initiative Productions presents “Ivanov” with Sam Underwood at the Royal Family Theater in Times Square.
Written by Anton Chekhov. Adapted and directed by Laura Strausfeld. Produced by Sam Underwood and Ashley M. Cowles. Production managed by Alberto Ruiz. Stage managed by Megan Zammit and Valentina Zazzali. Starring Sam Underwood, Ivory Aquino, Spencer Aste, Jeffrey Omura, Amelia Mason, Booth McGowan, T.J. Mannix, Pilar Witherspoon, Evie Barenberg, Akmal Tajihan, and Kimberlee Walker. Set and lighting design by Jiyoun Chang. Costume design by Ella Matza. Sound design by Leah Gelpe.
A heartfelt thanks to my collaborators, Sam and Laura, for their trust and support, and to our fearless team for their diligence and zeal.
Photos by Russ Rowland.
#Ivanov #Producer #RoyalFamilyTheater #TimesSquare #Chekhov
BroadwayRadio named “Ivanov” in the latest episode of “This Week on Broadway.”
Longtime theater critic Peter Filichia describes “Ivanov” as “truly extraordinary.” He goes on to credit our “sensational” cast, led by Sam Underwood, and director, Laura Strausfeld, who “knows exactly what she’s doing every step of the way.”
Listen to the full episode on Spotify. Tickets available now at tickettailor.com.
#Ivanov #RoyalFamilyTheater #BroadwayRadio #Chekhov #Producer
“Ivanov” star Sam Underwood and director Laura Strausfeld sat down with @stagewhisperpod to unpack our fresh new take on Chekhov’s first full-length play.
“This play saved my life,” Strausfeld asserts, calling the production “a dream opportunity.” Underwood adds that there’s a “forward-moving energy” in Strausfeld’s adaptation that’s “leaner, meaner, and more dynamic.”
Listen to the full episode on Spotify. Tickets available now at tickettailor.com.
#Ivanov #RoyalFamilyTheater #StageWhisperPod #Chekhov #Producer
Next week, I’ll return to the New York Theater Festival with the premiere of “Before the Flood,” a new short play by Vince Goodman.
Amid timely discourse, “Before the Flood” follows a young sex worker in a daring escape from his unrelenting pimp, his mother.
Catch this gritty exploration of power, loyalty, and exploitation at the Latea Theater.
Tickets available now at newyorktheaterfestival.com.
#NewYorkTheaterFestival #BeforetheFlood #Actor
The New York Theater Festival presents “The Discerning Dummy,” a new play by Juan Carlos Hernandez.
Written, directed, and produced by Juan Carlos Hernandez. Stage managed and produced by Adria Hernandez. Starring Anthony James Hernandez, Spencer Gonzalez, Steve Arons, Sam Vana, James David Rich, and Ashley M. Cowles. Lighting design by Victor Vauban Junior.
A huge thank you to Juan and Adria for bringing me on board, and to my fellow cast members for their dedication and spirit.
Photos by Shawn Salley.
#NewYorkTheaterFestival #TheDiscerningDummy #Actor
I’m elated to announce that I’ll return to the New York Theater Festival this fall with the premiere of “The Discerning Dummy,” a courageous new play by Juan Carlos Hernandez.
“The Discerning Dummy” tracks a young seminarian in pursuit of enlightenment. When corruption tests his faith, he’s forced to confront the limitations of belief.
Don’t miss this thought-provoking meditation on love, family, and devout faith.
Tickets available now at newyorktheaterfestival.com.
#NewYorkTheaterFestival #TheDiscerningDummy #Actor
“Ivories” made ThisWeek Culture’s “Three To See” list.
See “Ivories’” opening performance tonight at the Old Red Lion Theatre.
Tickets available now at oldredliontheatre.co.uk. Learn more at ivoriestheplay.com.
#ThisWeekCulture #Ivories #London #OldRedLionTheatre
Shared from @broadwayworlduk .
Catch “Ivories” beginning July 1st at the Old Red Lion Theatre.
Learn more at ivoriestheplay.com.
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Repost from @theatre_weekly .
See “Ivories” beginning July 1st at the Old Red Lion Theatre.
Learn more at ivoriestheplay.com.
#TheatreWeekly #Ivories #London #OldRedLionTheatre
