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Carmel, NY, May 18, 2018 --(PR.com)-- James P. McGuire of Carmel, New York has been recognized
as a VIP Member for 2018 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and
achievements in the field of the performing arts.
For the past few years, Jim has been collaborating with filmmaker Chris Casaburi. He has enjoyed
playing the lead role in several short films, winning recognition from peers in film festivals in NYC and
Philadelphia. Chris and Jim have developed a character, Fr. McGuire a parish priest, who helps others in
trouble. Their photo series “The God Business” further explores Fr. McGuire's world in the beautiful
Hudson Valley, where Jim lives, 50 miles north of Manhattan.
Born in March, 1943 in New York, New York, Jim obtained a M.A. in Criminal Justice from Long Island
University in 1979. He later obtained a M.F.A. in Theatre from Hunter College in 1997. At Hunter, he
learned about acting theory and philosophy and how to become a performer. He learned how to relax by
using theatre games and sensory exploration of the 5 senses and also studied storytelling, an art form that
builds an actor's poise and verbal skills.
Jim is a member of the Marine Corps League and S.A.G.-A.F.T.R.A. He collaborates with veteran groups
and encourages veterans to tell their stories. He also serves as a CDD teacher. In his spare time, he enjoys
family activities, his cats, walking and television.
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