Tony Plana
Keynote Speaker: Actor, Director, Theater Educator
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Categories:Television & Film, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity Chef, Performing Arts, Acting, Health, Mental Health, Family & Parenting, Immigration, Entertainers, Political, Hispanic Heritage, College, Government, Black History Month, Disability, LGBTQ, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Education, Literary, Celebrity, Culture
Tony Plana Biography
José Antonio Plana, better known as Tony Plana, is a Cuban-American actor and director renowned for his role as Ignacio Suarez on the ABC television show "Ugly Betty" and for voicing Manuel "Manny" Calavera in the video game "Grim Fandango." His portrayal in "Ugly Betty" garnered him several awards including a Golden Satellite Award, an Imagen Award, and an Alma Award.
In addition to his television roles, Plana has a prolific career in film, having appeared in over 70 feature films including "An Officer and a Gentleman," "Three Amigos," "JFK," "Nixon," "Salvador," and recent films like "Pain & Gain," "Roman J. Israel, Esquire," "Bombshell," and "Wasp Network." His work extends to directing as well, with notable projects including the film "The Princess and the Barrio Boy," which won the 2001 Imagen Award for Best Made for Television Movie.
Plana has a strong presence in the theater community, having created and directed numerous productions of Shakespeare's works for minority audiences, and his involvement extends across Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and New York City. He co-founded and serves as the executive artistic director of the East LA Classic Theatre (ECT), where he develops educational programs aimed at economically challenged communities, and has been engaged in improving literacy skills and promoting bilingual education through innovative programs like Language in Play (LIP).
Plana also teaches acting at California State University, Dominguez Hills, and Rio Hondo College. His educational efforts are recognized by his role as an affiliate faculty member of the Center for Equity for English Learners at Loyola Marymount University School of Education.
Born in Havana, Cuba, Plana graduated magna cum laude from Loyola Marymount University and received professional training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is a vocal advocate for comprehensive immigration reform in the U.S. and Alzheimer's disease awareness and prevention, inspired in part by his mother, Conchita, who suffers from the disease.
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Tony Plana Speaking Topics
My Journey from Cuba to My Life as an Actor
Finding Help and Hope
The Power of Theater in the Classroom
Tony Plana Videos
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What topics does Tony Plana speak about?
Tony Plana is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity Chef, Performing Arts, Acting, Health, Mental Health, Family & Parenting, Immigration, Entertainers, Political, Hispanic Heritage, College, Government, Black History Month, Disability, LGBTQ, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Education, Literary, Celebrity and Culture.
Where does Tony Plana travel from?
Tony Plana generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Tony Plana?
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Tony Plana is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Diversity & Inclusion and Celebrity Chef. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tony Plana for virtual events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Tony Plana generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are America Ferrera, Cynthia Nixon and Hill Harper. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tony Plana for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Tony Plana Speaking Topics
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Latino Today
My Journey from Cuba to My Life as an Actor
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Alzheimer's Disease
Finding Help and Hope
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Teaching Our Teachers
The Power of Theater in the Classroom
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Tony Plana Videos
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Tony Plana News
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'Ugly Betty' Reunion: America Ferrera Pitches Possible Hulu Revival ...
The cast of "Ugly Betty" reunited Saturday night at the ATX Television Festival -- and they pitched another possible reunion.
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Colony adds Ugly Betty, Black Sails stars for season 2 | EW.com
Tony Plana and Jessica Parker Kennedy have joined the cast of Colony in season 2, EW has learned exclusively. Ugly Betty's Plana will play Proxy Alcala, the ...
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Picture - Tony Plana at Pasadena Civic Auditorium | Photo 3884142 ...
A picture of Tony Plana at Pasadena Civic Auditorium - The 2013 NCLR ALMA Awards Press Room - Contactmusic photo 3884142.
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How do I book Tony Plana to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Tony Plana for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Tony Plana, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Tony Plana or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Tony Plana for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Tony Plana, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Tony Plana, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Tony Plana speak about?
Tony Plana is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity Chef, Performing Arts, Acting, Health, Mental Health, Family & Parenting, Immigration, Entertainers, Political, Hispanic Heritage, College, Government, Black History Month, Disability, LGBTQ, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Education, Literary, Celebrity and Culture. -
Where does Tony Plana travel from?
Tony Plana generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Tony Plana?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Tony Plana for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Tony Plana for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Tony Plana or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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