MATTHEW

MARTINEZ

Get to Know Matthew

Matthew Martinez is a lively and spirited actor and writer who strives to make art in an attempt to better understand himself. One might describe his type as follows: hopeless romantic meets Marty McFly, meets teenage dirtbag, that is simultaneously hispanic. Coming out of the University of Houston with a BFA in performance, Matthew strives to collaborate and create new work that is a reflection of himself and his community.

"Everything I wanted from a cast member - quickly off book; did research on his characters and relationships; brought in distinct choices and questions for each role assigned; alert to what his scene partners were giving and volleyed back; leaned in to topography staging; probed for feedback and options and came to each rehearsal with something new. Matthew is an actor I can enthusiastically recommend to other directors and would be delighted to work with again!"
Suzanne Dean, Producer at RebelFilm Productions LLC, Co-Artistic Director at Shakespeare by the Sea
"Matthew Martinez leads with his heart, as an actor and a person. His work is honest and rooted in integrity and curiosity. His sense of humor and love for the craft helps create a room
filled with positivity and productivity."
Brandon Weinbrenner, Director at the Alley Theatre
"Matthew is hungry to learn, to improve, to grow... he devours new information and techniques, and devotes his time to improving his skills, stretching beyond the confines of the academy. You want Matthew in the room."
Adam Noble, Professor and Head of MFA at University of Houston, Fight Master, Alley Theatre Fight & Intimacy Coordinator