Life is a tragedy when seen in close-up, but a comedy in long-shot.
–Charlie Chaplin
Shane Salk is an award-winning classically trained actor, voiceover artist, and comedian in Los Angeles, originally from Seattle where recycling is a must, but umbrellas are a no-go. His work has garnered awards and nominations at over 20 film festivals worldwide, including 3 National Kennedy Center Awards for Excellence in Acting and 4 Irene Ryan Awards.
From originating Genie in Aladdin on Disney Cruise Line to playing Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shane’s versatility as an actor is unmistakable. In Aladdin he appeared on stage with Neil Patrick Harris and received praise from Disney executives for his standout performance.
Salk has appeared in projects from some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Disney, DC, Fox, Warner Brothers, and Lionsgate. He appears as a recurring role in the PBS children’s series Hello! Hi! How Are You alongside Ray Romano and Allison Janney.
In the indie film world, Salk starred in festival films and sites across the country, including the dry comedy series set in New York, So, Then Tell Me., and Moving Millie, a romantic comedy that pays homage to classic television.
Theater saw Salk lead productions over multiple summers at the Neil Simon Festival, performed in developmental projects at the Actors Studio in NYC, and worked with Ntozake Shange and Ifa Bayeza in the revival workshop of the play Photograph at the Signature Theatre.
As a voiceover artist, Salk has lent his talents to such iconic characters as Batman’s Joker and The Flash for DC animation. He has featured voice roles in AAA video games like Starfield and Fallout 76, as well as animated shows such as American Dad. He led the audio-series We're Alive, which was dubbed “the gold standard of contemporary apocalypse shows” by the Guardian, and had over 250 million downloads. He led the audio-series Carcerem as Kevin, appearing alongside figures like Jane Lynch, winning for his performance at the New London Film Festival and Best Podcast at HollyShorts. Salk works alongside Emmy winners such as Maurice LaMarche, Rob Paulsen, and Neil Flynn.
Salk has performed at the LA Comedy Festival, Acme Comedy Theater, iO West Theatre and Upright Citizen’s Brigade. He has additionally performed with various award winning improv troupes around the country and is a frequent San Diego Comic-Con panelist.
Having shared the stage, screen, and mic with an even greater array of celebrities, Shane’s proudest achievement is his rescue dog AJ, who, without a doubt, reigns as the best dog around. Shane is more than happy to send you all the proof, including photos of AJ in his very own tux!
