BIOGRAPHY
"Possessing one of the most beautiful male voices ever heard in musical theatre today" (Jim Ruocco, CT), Max J. Swarner is a professional actor, singer, musician, and concert artist - with a career spanning over twenty years on the stage.
A native of Dallas, TX, Max first took the stage at the age of 4 - and he has never looked back. His extensive resume includes leading roles in musicals, plays, staged readings, workshops, and original works. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Voice from Southern Methodist University and is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA). He has won numerous awards for his work, and his performances have been acclaimed by colleagues, critics, and audiences alike.
A native of Dallas, TX, Max first took the stage at the age of 4 - and he has never looked back. His extensive resume includes leading roles in musicals, plays, staged readings, workshops, and original works. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Voice from Southern Methodist University and is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA). He has won numerous awards for his work, and his performances have been acclaimed by colleagues, critics, and audiences alike.
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
CHAPLIN: The Musical
November 8-19, 2023
WaterTower Theatre
15650 Addison Rd
Addison, TX 75001
"One of Dallas’ favorite professional actors, Max J. Swarner will be headlining the production and had this to say: 'I am immensely honored to take on the title role in this beautiful musical on the life of the legendary Charlie Chaplin, a complex and deeply human man whose off-screen persona is even more fascinating than the characters he vibrantly brought to life on film. This piece brings together two of my biggest passions – musical theatre and movies – and has given me the opportunity to research and explore classic Hollywood and to push myself in ways I never thought I would. Shane Peterman, Vonda Bowling, Ann Nieman, and Elizabeth Kensek have assembled an incredibly talented cast and crew for this massive production, and it is a privilege to share the stage with such wonderful artists and musicians. We cannot wait to share this exciting musical with our audiences!'"
November 8-19, 2023
WaterTower Theatre
15650 Addison Rd
Addison, TX 75001
"One of Dallas’ favorite professional actors, Max J. Swarner will be headlining the production and had this to say: 'I am immensely honored to take on the title role in this beautiful musical on the life of the legendary Charlie Chaplin, a complex and deeply human man whose off-screen persona is even more fascinating than the characters he vibrantly brought to life on film. This piece brings together two of my biggest passions – musical theatre and movies – and has given me the opportunity to research and explore classic Hollywood and to push myself in ways I never thought I would. Shane Peterman, Vonda Bowling, Ann Nieman, and Elizabeth Kensek have assembled an incredibly talented cast and crew for this massive production, and it is a privilege to share the stage with such wonderful artists and musicians. We cannot wait to share this exciting musical with our audiences!'"
RECENT LEADING ROLES
KINKY BOOTS
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
THE MUSIC MAN
PHANTOM (YESTON / KOPIT)
THE PIRATE QUEEN
ANYTHING GOES - THE 1934 VERSION
GODSPELL
WEST SIDE STORY
I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
LITTLE WOMEN - THE MUSICAL
ALL SHOOK UP
A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
1776
THE MOST HAPPY FELLA
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
PIPPIN
EQUUS
EVITA
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
THE MUSIC MAN
PHANTOM (YESTON / KOPIT)
THE PIRATE QUEEN
ANYTHING GOES - THE 1934 VERSION
GODSPELL
WEST SIDE STORY
I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
LITTLE WOMEN - THE MUSICAL
ALL SHOOK UP
A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
1776
THE MOST HAPPY FELLA
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
PIPPIN
EQUUS
EVITA