Doron JéPaul
Biography
Doron JéPaul is Creative Architect: using acting, writing, producing, and directing to tell innovative and thought-provoking stories that shift the entertainment climate. Doron JéPaul received his MFA from NYU’s Graduate Acting program and made his Broadway debut in Aaron Sorkin’s “To Kill A Mockingbird” alongside Jeff Daniels before returning to Broadway to join Latanya Richardson-Jackson’s directorial debut of August Wilson’s, “The Piano Lesson” starring Samuel L. Jackson, Danielle Brooks and John David Washington.
Off the stage, Doron has starred in a wide range of award-winning film productions as well as serving as a Producer and script consultant for Film and Television with clientele ranging from New York, LA, and the greater Southwest region. His production company Thermostat Media specializes in producing both scripted and unscripted content. His recent credits include “Self//Tape” (writer/producer) in association with CineReach LTD; the upcoming pilot sitcom, “Close Talkers”, and producer of the international film, “Ben And Suzanne, a Reunion in 4 Parts”, which premiered at 2024 SXSW in the Feature Narrative Competition. Doron uses his wide variety of artistic talents as a vehicle for expanding the joy, curiosity and imagination of art in every story.
Credits
Our Town, The Piano Lesson, To Kill a Mockingbird
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