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Jon Beavers Biography

Birth Name:Jon Beavers

Profession Actor, Producer

Fast Facts

  • When auditioning for his role in "Fresh Beat Band," he sang eight bars of the song he was asked to sing, then sang eight bars of a song of his own composing
  • Quote: "When you're really funny is when you haven't had a chance to reflect on how funny you are․"
  • Quote: "Music can be a part of your life and should be a part of your life․"
  • Represented by agent Ethan Salter of Greene & Associates
  • At the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, he appeared in "The Unfortunates" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream․"
  • His only known role as an actor is in "The Fresh Beat Band," a children's TV show in which he performs as the rapper, beat boxer and DJ Twist
  • Enjoys musical theatre and writing music, especially Hip-Hop music
  • In his free time, he likes watching television, watching old films, playing basketball and playing chess
  • Originally auditioned to be Shout in "The Fresh Beat Band," but the producers guided him toward the part of Twist instead
  • Was able to give input that helped shape "The Fresh Beat Band," often coming up with more and more creative, slapstick predicaments his character could get into

Awards

  • 2016BTVA Television Voice Acting Award-Best Vocal Ensemble in a New Television Series: nominated