Will Warner

About Will

Will Warner, a seasoned actor with a BFA from the University of Oklahoma, seamlessly blends his passion for improv and sketch comedy with meticulous character preparation and a versatile range of on-camera and stage skills. He brings compelling, dynamic, and meaningful characters to life. Off-set, Will enjoys reading, hiking, cooking, and diving into the culinary challenges of Julia Child's cookbooks.

Reels

Film & TV

Killers of the Flower Moon SAG Feature Jesse Plemons Stand-In Martin Scorsese
Will Warner shadowed Jesse Plemons for every day of production, serving as his stand-in for the duration of shooting. This position gave Will experience working on the largest budget set in the world at time of shooting. He made the most of this opportunity by engaging with the script each day, executing precise blocking and studying the processes of the best actors in the world up close.
Reagan SAG Feature Regular Stand-In Sean McNamara
In this production, Will stood in for a variety of Male roles, including Reagan, portrayed by Dennis Quaid. Stepping into a wide variety of scenes, characters, and locations provided invaluable experience with camera blocking, standard practices for actor’s on professional set, and flexibility to fill needs at a moment’s notice.
SHOWCASE SAG-Short Supporting Collin Colaizzi
In a third production by Collin Colaizzi, Will was tasked with transfixing audiences in the opening moments of the movie. He wrote an original musical theatre ballad, combining his abilities as an actor with his writing and singing expertise.
Strangers May Kiss Feature Supporting Colin Colaizzi
In his second film with Colaizzi, Will returns as a college freshman sharing his disillusionment and wisdom with his younger friends, who, following his advice, engage in reckless behavior that destroys their fragile relationships.
God Loves Us When We Dance Short Supporting Emma Woodward
Portraying an opportunistic, software student from a prestigious east-coast school, Will excels in this sci-fi romance exploring emerging technologies and their disconnect from real-world consequences.
C'mon Cowboy Cry Short Lead Carson Sanders
Will brought to life a young cowboy, struggling with a failing marriage in this drama about two people who fell in love before their time, and now seek to extricate themselves from one another. His performance alongside Cinematography by Grayson Harjo, tells a heartfelt Oklahoma tale about young marriages, grief, and recuperation.
Off The Face of the Earth Short Lead Alejandro Padilla
Playing a young man trying to convince his sister to return home she ran away years earlier, Will plays across from Avery Baker in this heartfelt story about a broken family.
Jumping Off Point Short Lead Andrew Olsen
This modern parable challenged Will with the portrayal of a young but recovering alcoholic working to regain himself and his life when confronted with the shock of a baby on the way.
McDonald's Man Short Lead Collin Colaizzi
In his first film with director Collin Colaizzi, Will plays the titular antagonist in this high school comedy about a bully who challenges his victim to an eating competition.

Theater

Burnt Toast Sketch Show Performer/Writer Frigid NY Emma Woodward & Sarah Santamaria
As a founding member of the Burnt Toast Company, will built upon earlier comedy experience and takes to the stage every other month in New York with a completely original show that has thrilled sold-out crowds since its creation in 2023. More recently, the show has shifted into digital spaces as well on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.
A Midsummer Night's Dream Theseus Weitzenhoffer Theatre Judith Pender
In Shakespeare’s classic comedy. Will set the lovers out on their journey and brings them back to Athens. Embodying this character involved presence, leadership, and a command of heightened language to clearly convey the comedic themes of the show.
The Trial Dr. Grace Gilson Lab Theatre Joe Alberti
This character, based on Dr. Huld in Kafka’s original novel, was the culmination of a year-long writing process where Will worked alongside translator, Bob Lemon, and Head Writer/Director, Joe Alberti. The character provided the much needed comedic relief in an otherwise dark and twisted examination of the bureaucratic systems that confine and subdue modern man.
Scapino! Waiter - Swing: Ottavio & Sylvestro Gilson Lab Theatre Judith Pender
In Frank Dunlop’s adaptation, Will explored Commedia Dell'arte and clowning work to portray a waiter and both of the young lovers who he understudied. This work led him to discover a love for bold character creation that extends into his current comedic work.
Blood Wedding Young Man - Swing: The Groom, Leonardo Weitzenhoffer Theatre Sara Guerrero
In this adaptation with original music accompanying Lorca’s poems, Will led the tenor section and served as a swing for the two leading male parts. He also served as the fight captain, maintaining the integrity and safety of the stage combat and running fight calls before performances.
A Christmas Carol Ensemble - Understudy Brackett Stage Tom Orr
Will memorized the tracks of 9 male characters in the play, prepared alongside his own ensemble work, to step in at any time to cover each track.
30 Second Plays Sketch Comedy Performer/Writer OU Studio 317 Sarah Santamaria
In his first foray into sketch writing, Will joined the group as a writer and performer, his sketches focused on character-based comedy and examinations of popular culture.
The Boy and the Bear Boy Gilson Lab Theatre - Virtual Michael Darmon
Performing during Covid led to a unique theatre experience as Will navigated the unexpected constraints of a global pandemic. The heartfelt show provided a bright spot in a dark time.

Training

BFA: Drama University of Oklahoma Emphasis in Acting & Dramaturgy - Minor in English Writing
Coursework:
  • Acting, Alissa Branch & Judith Pender
  • Improv for the Actor, Madison Niederhauser
  • Voice & Movement, Joe Alberti & Genoa Davidson
  • Acting for the Camera, Daryl Cox
  • Auditioning for Film and Television, Chris Freihofer, CSA
  • Stage Combat Workshop, Kriss Kuss.
Dramatic Improv David Garelik Brooklyn, NY

Skills

Dialects Texas - Southern - Irish - Scottish - New York - Boston - RP - Cockney
Special Skills Driver's License - Improv - Singing - Guitar - Bouldering - Basic Tumbling - Lacrosse - Competitive Swimming - Spanish (Conversational)
Fight/Weapons Wrestling (6 years) - Firearms Experience - Historical Fencing (HEMA)
Dance Ballroom, Swing, Period Dance, Basic Ballet, Basic Modern

Contact

Contact Will today to discuss how his skills and services can bring your creative vision to life.