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James Liotta: Award winning Aus-Italian Actor, Performer, MC, Comedian, TV-Radio Presenter & Producer
– JAMES LIOTTA
James Liotta was born in Melbourne Australia and is an Australian-Italian award winning Actor as well as: Performer, Comedian, TV-Radio Presenter and Producer with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment business working constantly in all facets of the industry.
James began entertaining audiences at the age of 8 years old securing the lead roles in school theatrical productions and quickly moving into semi-professional shows outside of school. (One of his earliest roles had him playing ‘Prince Charming’ in a version of Cinderella in Primary School.)
This also led him to gaining his first TV agent at the age of 8 and thus allowing him to participate sporadically in various TV series and Commercials. It was common for James to take time off school to work professionally in the TV business.
His passion for performance was evident through his teenage hood as he continued to study Drama and Theatre through High School at Northcote High School (Melbourne Australia) as well as taking weekend courses in ‘acting’ and ‘Film-Making’.
This enthusiasm for acting was instilled by his Father ‘Sebastiano’ who himself worked within the Italian Community as an Actor/Playwright having produced a multitude of fluent Italian speaking stage shows in Melbourne. James took part in every single one as an actor (in fluent Italian) and later went on to direct a number of his Fathers stage shows.
(James’ Father has also appeared in roles on TV and had much exposure playing ‘Eric Bana’s’ Father in THE CASTLE.)
The entertainment business became James’ lifestyle straight out of Secondary School with it (entertainment) being the only major job James has undertaken and made a solid (and thankful) living out of.
In 2004 James graduated with a Diploma in Drama and Theatre from NMIT which also gave James’ stage comedy script “Wog FM” the chance to be produced by the class as their end of year graduating showcase. A huge achievement to have been selected and an asset to his C.V.
Over the years James has appeared on various TV shows such as: Fat Pizza – Back in Business as Cousin Lino as well as Housos, Australia’s Got Talent 2019, Underbelly Squizzy, Thank God You’re Here, Neighbors, Utopia, Prank Patrol, Upper Middle Bogan, Planet Unearth, Paper Giants, Gruen Planet, Hughesy we have problem, Quizmania, Hey Hey It’s Saturday, Satisfaction, Ground Zero, Video Hitz, The Project, Today Tonight, My Community and Under The Hammer just to name a few.
James has also performed roles on a number of independent feature films including the award winning MONSTER PIES and highly acclaimed TAJ.
Short film work has also accumulated fast for James as he now holds a vast number of roles under his belt. Many films have gone on to do well in the festival circuits gaining recognition and awards including: Tiramisu’, A Fairy Tale and the 2010 Tropfest finalist Falling Backwards.
Hire James Liotta for a night of love and laughter as your wedding M.C, send James an email today by clicking on the button below.
James Liotta is one of the most sought after wedding reception MC’s around Australia.
He is described as: engaging, entertaining, interactive, hilarious and professional. Providing a genuine interest in making sure everyone has a great time on the night! James also assists with the scheduling of your memorable evening with care and patience.
James is one of the busiest MC’s with weekly shows, festivals and corporate events. He is one of the most popular MC’s for ITALIAN/AUSTRALIAN festivals and events right across Australia as well as major community festivals for various municipalities.
Some of the festivals James is booked to M.C include: Australia Day-Whittlesea | Darebin Community Festival | Darebin Beer and Wine Festivak | Whittlesea Festival | Lalor Multicultural Day |Craigieburn Festival | Glenroy Festival | Fawkner Festival | Broadmeadows Festival | La Dolce Italia Festival | Lygon Street Festival | Carlton Italian Festa | Adelaide Carnevale Festival | Melbourne National Italian Day | Sydney National Italian Day | Sydney Primo Festival | Hobart Italian Festa | Well Bread Festival | Carols By Candlelight-Whitlsea | Carols in Piazza Carlton | St Paul’s Festival | Comfy Shorts Film Screenings | Angry Film Festival | Made In Melbourne Film Festival |Viva Victoria Multicultural Festival | Amazing Race Thomastown Family Day | Winter Wonderland Family Day | North Balwyn Multicultural Festival | Whittlesea Show | Lalor Multicultural Festival | Sydney Ferragosto Festival. Plus a long list of charity and dinner dances!
James is also available to M.C corporate launches and comedy nights.
James was one of three MC’s for this prestigious evening along with John Deeks and Italian actress Lydia Vitale. With special guest – world wide icon SOFIA LOREN in the room at the Crown Casino Palladium.
James was selected as a co-MC of this major religious celebration with a crowed of over 10,000 and a live tele-cast over European TV.
During the 2015 celebrations James was thrilled to introduce on stage (and shake hands with) The Hon. Tony Abbott – Prime Minister of Australia.
James has been the resident MC for this much loved Italian festival in Melbourne for almost 2 decades! Over the years James has entertained thousands of people as well as introducing to the stage, prominent Australian entertainers including: Anthony Callea, Joe Avati, Bruno Lucia, Mark Vincent, Cosima De Vito, Vince Sorrenti, Maria Venuti, Gab Rossi as well as international artists Umberto Tozzi and Patrizio Buanne.
Radio broadcasting has been part of James Liotta’s life for over 20 years. Melbourne wide and more recently nationally.
James began broadcasting on community radio at the age of 14 on 89.9 Hitz FM where he went on to host and produce numerous shows and outside broadcasts. This invaluable training led him to a number of jobs in radio and over the years James has held positions at: FOX FM, MIX FM, GOLD FM, SEN, 3AK, 3MP, MTR, SBS, SYN FM, PULSE FM, HITZ FM, HITZ 24/7 & NORTH WEST FM.
James was a regular M.C for activation days/events for MIX 101.1 FM and Gold 104.3 FM – Working alongside Melbourne radio icon STICK MAREEBO.
James has recorded commercials which have aired on: 3AW, Gold FM, Smooth FM and ReteItalia.
Over the years James has had the privilege to interview an immeasurable amount of celebrities on his radio shows and work with major personalities within the Radio and TV business.
LISTEN to James’ VOICE OVER reel right here!
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS:
Every Wednesday night you can tune into THE SHAKE UP RADIO SHOW hosted by James Liotta from 8PM on Melbourne’s 96.5 INNER FM. LISTEN HERE TO INNER FM
THURSDAY AFTERNOONS:
Every Thursday afternoon you can tune into THE VIVA L’ALLEGRIA SHOW on Italian Radio “RETE-ITALIA”. This is an English spoken radio show from 1pm to 3pm. Broadcast nationally on DAB+ Radio “NICHE” or tune in online. LISTEN HERE TO RETE-ITALIA
For over 15 years James co-produced a travelling theatre company under LA COMICA VARIETY with co-partner MARIO CICITTA
The company produced and performed countless ITALIAN flavoured original comedy shows for students in Primary and Secondary level who studies Italian language as their LOTE. During their time touring schools, they became the funniest and most requested performers/shows with students of all ages in this unique market.
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