Vico Ortiz Joins Voice Cast of New Animation Series “Atlantis Rocks”

Posted on May 7, 2024 by Tom Castaneda

Vico Ortiz has a rockin’ new project…

The 32-year-old Puerto Rican actor, drag king and activist has joined the voice cast of the animation series Atlantis Rocks, created by actor, producer and star Coty Galloway, who voiced Avocato on Warner Bros. animation series Final Space.

Ortiz, who has starred in Transparent and Our Flag Means Death, joins a voice cast roster that includes Phill LaMarr, Tara Strong, Olan Rogers, Dan Brumm, Sophia Thomas, Valory Pierce, Bailey Galloway and Da’Jonte Phillips.

Atlantis Rocks is a comedy-satire set in the fictional town of Los Sandeles, where after a series of disasters, sanitation worker, Fleming (Galloway) decides to confront the dump that is his life and sanitize the crap out of it. LaMarr plays Earl, a rambling yet lovable catfish, whose true meaning of his wise words eventually comes to light. Strong plays a smart, independent, and not-your-typical girl next door, with witty humor that shines through as Cora, an evolved dolphin aka Dolphinian, and Ortiz is Ben, an overly analytical and nervous albacore tuna fish.

Galloway raised funds for the pilot presentation of Atlantis Rocks through a successful crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, and an infusion of private financing.

With the skills of Swedish cartoonist/animator Daniel Arruda Massa, and original score helmed by composer Davis Harwell, Atlantis Rocks production is currently underway. Post-production will be designed and mixed by Folklore Sound, the post-production team behind the Disney animated hit, Bluey.

“We are elated to have such a stellar, diverse, and inclusive cast on board for Atlantis Rocks, said an excited Galloway. “Each actor brings a unique energy and authenticity to their respective characters, enhancing the overall storytelling experience. Fans of animation and good storytelling are going to fall in love with these relatable characters. We’re navigating the currents to get Atlantis Rocks to series.”

Vico Ortiz Signs with Paradigm

Posted on April 16, 2022 by Tom Castaneda

Vico Ortiz has new representation.

The Latinx, non-binary and gender-fluid actor has signed with Paradigm.

Ortiz is a known for their work in HBO Max’s Our Flag Means Death and The Sex Lives of College Girls, and Starz’s Vida.

Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Ortiz’s first breakthrough role was in Amazon Prime Video’s Transparent. They then appeared in recurring roles for Freeform’s The Fosters and Everything’s Gonna Be Okay, and Netflix’s Lucifer. They appeared in Starz’s Vida, where their drag king alter ego Vico Suave made their screen debut.

Currently Ortiz is a series regular on Our Flag Means Death, appearing opposite stars Taika Waititi and Rhys Darby. They play Jim, the first non-binary pirate to exist in a period piece. Their additional credits include S.O.Z: Soldados o. Zombies, American Horror Story: 1984, Criminal Minds, 9-1-1, Ray Donovan and Jane The Virgin.

Beyond television, they were a co-lead in The Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night, which premiered at TIFF in 2021. Ortiz also received a 2021 Queerties Award nomination for their performance in the buzzed about queer digital series, These Thems.

Beyond their on-screen work, Ortiz is an activist and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. They championed organizations including The Dru Project and the Los Angeles LGBTQ Center..

Ortiz is a known for their work in HBO Max’s Our Flag Means Death and The Sex Lives of College Girls, and Starz’s Vida.

Beyond their on-screen work, Ortiz is an activist and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. They championed organizations including The Dru Project and the Los Angeles LGBTQ Center.

Jared Treviño Wins “Ya Tu Sabes Monologue Slam” Acting Competition

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Tom Castaneda

Jared Treviño is slammin’…

The Latino actor/photographer is among the winners of Nosotros and Comcast NBCUniversal’s 3rd annual Ya Tu Sabes Monologue Slam.

Treviño took top honors in the acting competition for his monologue, “Reaching the Moment.”Acti

Meanwhile, Jorge J. Calderon won the writing competition for his monologue titled, “The Puerto Rican With The Mets Hat.”

The competition showcases a diverse group of Latinx writers and actors with original monologues and performances from different perspectives of the Latinx/e experience while using universally relatable themes.

The actors were coached by This Is Us director and star, Jon Huertas. Writing judges included Kenan’s Vanessa Ramos and Blindspotting‘s Rafael Casal. Huertas was joined by In the Heights star Melissas Barrera and The Sex Lives of College Girls star Vico Ortiz as acting judges.

“Ya Tu Sabes is a platform where Latinx/e creatives have the opportunity to have their work viewed by network executives and casting directors from the beginning of the competition when one first submits until the end when the finalists are shown,” said Mariana Anaya, Vice-Chair for Nosotros. “I am extremely proud and blown away with the talented writers and actors that joined us this year. Our work and fight for the Latinx/e community is necessary not just today but for generations to come. Congratulations to all of our participants on being part of a movement for representation in the entertainment industry.”

Calderon and Trevino will receive exclusive VIP meetings with talent agencies, casting directors, major network and studio creative executives as well as upper lever series writers and producers, among other prizes.

Fred Armisen to Appear on HBO Max’s Pirate Comedy “Our Flag Means Death”

Posted on August 18, 2021 by Tom Castaneda

Fred Armisen is raising some flags…

The 54-year-old half-Venezuelan American actor has joined the cast of HBO Max’s pirate comedy Our Flag Means Death, joining stars Rhys Darby and Taika Waititi.

The series hails from writer David Jenkins, Garrett Basch and Dan Halsted.

Created by Jenkins, who also serves as showrunner, Our Flag Means Death is based loosely on the true adventures of Stede Bonnet (Darby), a pampered aristocrat who abandoned his life of privilege to become a pirate.

Armisen joins the cast in a recurring role. Details about his character have not been revealed.

The ensemble cast also includes Ewen Bremner, David Fane, Nat Faxon, Nathan Foad, Joel Fry, Leslie Jones, Samson Kayo, Guz Khan, Rory Kinnear, Matt Maher, Kristian Nairn, Con O’Neill and Vico Ortiz.

Our Flag Means Death is executive produced by Waititi, Jenkins, Basch and Halsted.

Armisen’s recent credits include Portlandia, Los Espookys and Documentary Now!

Vico Ortiz to Star in HBO Max’s Upcoming Pirate Series “Our Flag Means Death”

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Tom Castaneda

Vico Ortiz is about to batten down the hatches…

The non-binary Puerto Rican actor, drag king, activist and performer extraordinaire will star in HBO Max’s upcoming period comedy Our Flag Means Death.

Ortiz joins a cast of newcomers that includes Kristian Nairn, Nathan Foad, Samson Kayo, Rory Kinnear and Con O’Neill.

The series hails from Taika Waititi, David Jenkins, Garrett Basch and Dan Halsted.

Ortiz is set to portray Bonifacia.

The series, which stars Rhys Darby and Waititi, based loosely on the true adventures of Stede Bonnet, a pampered aristocrat who abandoned his life of privilege to become a pirate in the early 18th century.

Bonnet was a moderately wealthy land owner who later turned to a life of crime as a pirate. He bought a sailing vessel, named it Revenge and traveled with his paid crew along the Eastern Seaboard of what is now the United States, capturing other vessels and burning other Barbadian ships.

Darby plays Bonnet, while Waititi, who is also directing the pilot episode and will executive-produce, will play Blackbeard, history’s most feared and revered pirate.

Ortiz’s previous credits include Indebted, Vida and Everything’s Gonna Be Okay.

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Vico Ortiz Joins Voice Cast of New Animation Series “Atlantis Rocks”

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Vico Ortiz to Star in HBO Max’s Upcoming Pirate Series “Our Flag Means Death”