February 2023
Dear Edward streaming on Apple TV+ starting February 3rd!
“Dear Edward” will make its global debut with the first three episodes of its 10-episode first season on Friday, February 3, 2023, followed by one new episode weekly every Friday through March 24, 2023
Robert Asencio is very grateful to have worked a day on Dear Edward! Make sure to keep your eyes open for him in one of the episodes!
Stream Dear Edward BELOW!
https://tv.apple.com/us/show/dear-edward/umc.cmc.2rp99884b0rpc42alv86h960b
January 2023
Robert Asencio wraps ADR work on ¡Corazón! (Feature Film) in Boston!
Robert Asencio plays the role of Drinker/Daniel in ¡Corazón! by J.K. Zepeda (Writer/Director) which he wrapped last year. Release date of film TBD.
Film Updates LINK BELOW!
https://www.gofundme.com/f/corazn
September 2022
Bishop's Cove (Horror Feature) Wrapped by Robert Asencio who plays the role of Gabriel Silva
Robert Asencio plays the role of Gabriel Silva in Bishop's Cove by Charles D. Lincoln (Writer/Director) which he wrapped this month. The project is produced by C.L. Squared Productions. The film is currently in Post-production with release date TBD.
Film Updates LINK BELOW!
INDIEGOGO - https://igg.me/at/bishopscovepost
IMDB
- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13452102/
- https://www.facebook.com/bishopscove/
May 2022
KNIGHT receives two nomination medals from the 7th Annual Short Film Awards! (The SOFIES)
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) receives nomination medals from the 7th Annual Short Film Awards (The SOFIES) which include:
- Best Dramatic Short Film
(Nominee Robert Asencio)
- Best Actress in A Short Film (Nominee Gaby Resende)
April 2022
Barlow Elementary School 2022 Showcase of student work via Premiere Stages!
Robert Asencio will be joining Premiere Stages (Union, NJ) in a showcase of student work written by 5th graders at Barlow Elementary School in Plainfield, NJ.
March 2022
Robert Asencio cast in Seeing Rape 2022 at John Jay College!
Robert Asencio cast in multiple roles for Seeing Rape 2022 at John Jay College with performances at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater! Performance dates and ticket info TBD.
About the production;
Seeing Rape is a course that examines rape as both an idea and an act. Specifically considering rape and sexual violence as it is represented in law, media, film, theater, literature, performance art, and pop music. Students will be challenged to confront, question, critique, and contest how cultures define rape. We will see how rape is interpreted, understood, used and manipulated in the service of those who have power over those who do not. We will consider law in the U.S. and abroad as well as various societal (i.e. non-legal) responses to rape. Ultimately, students will employ their critical and creative skills to write and stage original plays on this theme at the end of the semester.
For updates LINK BELOW!
December 2021
Recovery High School 2021 Showcase of student work via Premiere Stages!
Robert Asencio will be joining Premiere Stages (Union, NJ) Playwriting Residency (as an actor) in a showcase of student work from Recovery High School in Roselle, New Jersey.
About Showcase:
"The showcase will be the culmination of six week residencies that our Teaching Artists are carrying out at Recovery High School in Roselle. This organization does vital work in educating at-risk and marginalized students, and we (Premiere Stages) partner with them to bring the arts to their curriculum. The students will have written short plays, and seeing professional actors take their words seriously is a deeply impactful experience for them."
November 2021
KNIGHT screened at Basie Center Cinemas
Hang Onto Your Short! Film Festival: Best of the Fest event!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) screened at Basie Center Cinemas in the Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival: Best of the Fest event. Where they showcased the 2021 festival winners in which KNIGHT won "Best New Jersey Film." The event was held on November 13th at Basie Center Cinemas in Redbank, NJ.
For photos of event LINK BELOW!
October 2021
KNIGHT will be screening at Basie Center Cinemas in the Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival: Best of the Fest event!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will be screening at Basie Center Cinemas in the Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival: Best of the Fest event, Where they will showcase the 2021 festival winners in which KNIGHT won "Best New Jersey Film." The event will be held on November 13th at 7pm at Basie Center Cinemas in Redbank, NJ.
For event info LINK BELOW!
September 2021
KNIGHT receives two nominations at the 7th Annual Short Film Awards! (The SOFIES)
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) receives nominations at the 7th Annual Short Film Awards (The SOFIES) which include:
- Best Dramatic Short Film
(Nominee Robert Asencio)
- Best Actress in A Short Film (Nominee Gaby Resende)
Nominee list LINK BELOW!
September 2021
Robert Asencio reprises role of "Padre" in second run of La Casita Feliz in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month!
Robert Asencio reprises role of Padre in a second run of The Hispanic Theater Festival production of La Casita Feliz by Adriana Ferrari. Which will be live and in person at the Plainfield Performing Arts Center in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in Plainfield, New Jersey!
For Info LINK BELOW!
July 2021
KNIGHT receives four nominations at The Brightside Tavern Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) receives nominations at The Brightside Film Festival which include:
- Best Actress Drama (Nominee)
- Best Director Drama (Nominee)
- Best Drama (Nominee)
- Best NJ Short Film (Nominee)
Nominees list LINK BELOW!
brightsidetavernfilmfestival.com/august-2021-award-winners--nominees.html
July 2021
¡Corazón! (Independent Feature) wrapped by Robert Asencio who plays the role of Drinker/Daniel.
Robert Asencio plays the role of Drinker/Daniel in ¡Corazón! by J.K. Zepeda (Writer/Director) which he wrapped in July. Release date of film TBD.
June 2021
Wallet awarded a Certificate of Achievement as a Finalist by Independent Shorts Awards!
Wallet by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) awarded a Certificate of Achievement as a Finalist in the round of June 2021 by Independent Shorts Awards!
Finalist LINK BELOW!
June 2021
Wallet selected by Independent Shorts Awards for the round of June 2021!
Wallet by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) officially selected for the round of June 2021 by Independent Shorts Awards, the 2nd monthly qualifying season for the 2022 Annual Awards. Wallet is in the pool of entries that will be recognized with the official laurel of the festival. It also can be awarded in this monthly round of June 2021.
June 2021
Wallet awarded a Certificate of Achievement as a Semi-Finalist by Indie Short Fest!
Wallet by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) awarded a Certificate of Achievement as a Semi-Finalist in the round of June 2021 by Indie Short Fest!
Semi-Finalist LINK BELOW!
June 2021
Hollins Playwright's Lab Reading Festival 2021 Live on ZOOM!
Robert Asencio will be reading in "The Detention Lottery" by Margaret O'Donnell a new play from the Hollins Playwright's Lab Reading Festival. Live on Zoom! Robert will be playing the roles of Jose Miguel Suarez & Edwin Lopez. Two detainees being held in an Immigration detention center. Who defend themselves against deportation as best they can in court, without preparation.
Play Synopsis:
"Step behind the locked doors of an immigrant detention center. Its 2018. Deportation, threats of deportation, the official policy of separating children from their parents, and "zero tolerance" meant immigration detention centers were bulging with detainees. Mere statistics about the scope of the injustice and inhumanity cannot really help Americans understand what was being done in their names. The audience enters a U.S. immigration detention center courtroom to observe judges handing down, in the words of one immigration judge, life and death decisions in a traffic court setting. Since 2018, little has changed."
ZOOM Info - LINKS BELOW!
The Detention Lottery:
May 2021
Timestorm Season 3 Minisode: Shed featuring Robert Asencio as Gael released.
Minisode: Shed released by Timestorm which features Robert Asencio as Gael.
About Minisode: Shed
"Horacio recalls when his abuelo gave him a gift for his eleventh birthday."
"Timestorm is produced by Cocotazo Media and is a proud member of TRAX from PRX. Support for TRAX comes from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Additional support comes from the Google Podcasts creator program."
Minisode: Shed LINK BELOW!
May 2021
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Timestorm for Season 3 in a guest role.
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Timestorm for Season 3 playing the character of Gael in a guest role!
About the show:
"The Ventura twins are yanked into another dimension where they meet a distant cousin who gives them an extraordinary mission: travel through time to preserve their culture’s true history. Alexa and Beni visit three continents across the span of five centuries, meeting people who have left their mark on Puerto Rican heritage. In the twenty-first century, the twins navigate school, friendship, and family while keeping their time-traveling quests a secret."
"Timestorm is produced by Cocotazo Media and is a proud member of TRAX from PRX. Support for TRAX comes from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Additional support comes from the Google Podcasts creator program."
Timestorm Website LINK BELOW!
May 2021
A Flower Dreams awarded an Honorable Mention for Best Fantasy Short by Indie Short Fest!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) awarded an Honorable Mention for Best Fantasy Short in the season of May 2021 by the Indie Short Fest!
Honorable Mention LINK BELOW!
April 2021
A Flower Dreams awarded a Certificate of Achievement as a Semi-Finalist by IndieX Film Fest!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) awarded a Certificate of Achievement as a Semi-Finalist in the round of April 2021 by IndieX Film Fest!
Semi-Finalist list LINK BELOW!
April 2021
A Flower Dreams awarded an Honorable Mention for Best Fantasy Short by Independent Shorts Awards!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) awarded an Honorable Mention for Best Fantasy Short in the round of March 2021 by Independent Shorts Awards!
Honorable Mention LINK BELOW!
March 2021
KNIGHT selected by Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will be screening virtually for free on Hang Onto Your Shorts! Website and Facebook page on Saturday, May 1st from 4:45pm - 7:30pm (EST) screening links below!
Screening LINKS BELOW!
Website:
hangontoyourshortsfilmfestival.com
Facebook Page:
March 2021
KNIGHT Interview with the Garden State Film Festival!
KNIGHT interview with the Garden State Film Festival featuring Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) and Gaby Resende (Lead Actress) in which they talk about the making of the film and the inspiration behind it.
Interview LINK BELOW!
February 2021
KNIGHT selected by Garden State Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) has been accepted to be screened at the 19th Annual Garden State Film Festival ("GSFF") in Asbury Park, New Jersey, March 23-28, 2021. GSFF will be a Hybrid Festival with virtual screenings and limited seating in person events.
Schedule & Tickets LINK BELOW!
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December 2020
KNIGHT awarded an Honorable Mention for Best Drama Short by Independent Shorts Awards!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) awarded an Honorable Mention for Best Drama Short in the round of November 2020 by Independent Shorts Awards!
Honorable Mention LINK BELOW!
https://independentshortsawards.com/honorable-mentions-november-2020/
December 2020
KNIGHT selected by Lovesick Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will screen virtually on December 19th from 6-8pm. Festival is hosted by Grove Film Festival.
Screening LINK BELOW!
October 2020
TRIP TO THE MOON (Feature Film) wrapped by Robert Asencio who plays the role of "Mayan" Release date TBD.
Robert Asencio plays the role of "Mayan" in Trip to the Moon by Brian Michael Finn (Writer/Director)
Film Synopsis:
"A steampunk/cyberpunk historical
mashup set in the year 1862. And loosely based on the 1902 film by George Méliès with inspiration from H.P. Lovecraft."
IMDB updates LINK BELOW!
June 2020
ALL YOU CAN EAT (Feature Film) available on streaming platforms! (Amazon Prime, iTunes, Vudu, YouTube and On Demand)
Robert Asencio plays the role of "Homeless Person (Extra)" in All You Can Eat by Rob Margolies (Writer/Director) available on streaming platforms!
Film Synopsis:
"The film follows Ben who decides to eat healthy after being rejected by his dream girl. Who doesn't want to be with a man who might die from a heart attack like her dad."
Streaming LINKS BELOW!
Amazon: https://amzn.to/37LBawG
iTunes: https://apple.co/3mW1pHf
Vudu: https://bit.ly/36RXWUk
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2VQohMn
![A Flower Dreams [Short Film]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/31d8df_d5f8db3a8228468f96473f016bfd15c1~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_644,y_232,w_632,h_625/fill/w_302,h_299,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/Flower%20dreams%20web.jpg)
November 2019
A Flower Dreams (Short Film) by Robert Asencio available on YouTube!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) available to watch on YouTube!
Film Synopsis:
"The film follows Sandra who travels through dream like vignettes. In hopes to find a light of peace in the darkness that looms over her life ."
YouTube LINK BELOW!
January 2019
New Jersey Theatre Alliance Interviews featuring Robert Asencio
Experience the Magic of Live Theatre! New Jersey Theatre Alliance interviews featuring Robert Asencio!
"It’s a lesson in human behavior and it connects everyone in the audience together. For two hours, they’re one." -Robert Asencio
Interview Video LINK BELOW!
February 2023
2023 Playwriting Showcase of student work via Premiere Stages!
Robert Asencio joined Premiere Stages (Union, NJ) as an actor in a showcase to help bring powerful and personal original works written by very talented students of Roselle, New Jersey.
Premiere Stages LINK BELOW!
https://premierestagesatkean.com/
November 2022
Dress Code (Feature Film) Premiere at The Cranford Theater
Robert Asencio attended the premiere of the Feature Film - Dress Code - which screened at The Cranford Theater in Cranford, New Jersey. The film is complete and currently in the Festival circuit!
Film Updates LINK BELOW!
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dresscodemovie2022
IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16030416/?ref_=nm_flmg_unrel_4_act
September 2022
Staged Reading of Seeing Rape at John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Robert Asencio performs in a staged reading of Seeing Rape where the Institute for Innovation in Prosecution at John Jay College gathered prosecutors, advocates, academics, and survivors for a performance of Seeing Rape, plays illuminating sexual violence written by John Jay College of Criminal Justice students, and a discussion of sex crime prosecution, how the system fails communities, and potential solutions.
Watch plays here! LINK BELOW!
May 2022
Robert Asencio will be teaching a Virtual Acting Class via The Black Independent Filmmaker!
Robert Asencio will be teaching an Acting class virtually with The Black Independent Filmmaker! The virtual class will be held on Sunday, May 29th at 6pm. Robert is excited to share his process and thoughts on Acting from his experience as an actor so far in his career. As well as learn and hopefully inspire his fellow artists!
About The Black Independent Filmmaker:
"My name is Justin M. Thomas, and I am a filmmaker, visual artist, and writer based in Brooklyn NY. After years of experience in the independent film community, I came to the conclusion that there is a dire need to bring together filmmakers of color to inhabit our own creative space and have a forum where we can build together to tell our own unique stories and experiences. Through the Black Independent Filmmaker App, my goal is to establish a support network where we can harness a host of resources and professional connections, all within a single app. Together we can channel our individual talents and lift each other up to our greatest potential."
Class Registration LINK BELOW!
https://www.blackindependentfilmmaker.com/
March 2022
Seeing Rape 2022 performance dates set!
Performance dates for Seeing Rape 2022 at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College set! Robert Asencio plays multiple roles in the production.
Performance dates:
April 6, 7:00 PM
April 7, 1:30 PM
April 8, 7:00 PM
About the production:
Seeing Rape takes original plays written by students after a semester long study of sexual violence, and puts them on the stage with professional actors and designers in a highly staged reading.
Tickets & info LINK BELOW!
January 2021
Premiere Stages : Bauer Boucher Awards - Virtual Reading of The House of Stars by Jennifer Pillaga.
Robert Asencio will be reading in the role of "Leonardo" in Premiere Stages Bauer Boucher Awards - Virtual Reading of The House of Stars by Jennifer Pillaga. As part of the Premiere Stages Play Festival which affords a promising Kean University student a cash award and professional reading. The reading will be LIVE on ZOOM on January 18th at 3:15pm (EST) and will be followed with a Q & A with the playwright.
About the play:
Gloria has moved to the U.S from Guatemala, leaving behind her son (Mateo) under her brother’s (Leonardo) care. She lives with her mother (Alma) in a small apartment in Jersey City, NJ and both are caught by surprise when Leonardo appears at their door, alone. Gloria sets out to find a way to bring her son to her, but things get complicated when Mateo gets detained at a Texas Detention Center. Between having to deal with Leonardo’s unexpected arrival and doing everything she can to protect her son, Gloria makes decisions that put a wrench in her sibling relationship and lead to unforeseen consequences.
ZOOM info: LINK BELOW!
https://premierestagesatkean.com/shows/current-shows/
November 2021
Robert Asencio cast in Drought by Angel J. Rivas a new play premiering at the TEATRO LATEA Theater.
Drought by Angel J. Rivas a new play will have a full production at the TEATRO LATEA Theater through the New York Theatre Festival. Robert Asencio will be playing the role of Brayan in the production.
About the play:
A play about two teenagers on the brink of adulthood trying to find the power, respect, and money they deserve. In the inner city, where these things are measured by the drugs in your pocket and the street credit you hold, they struggle to find the right way. Or think the only way is the wrong way.
Performance dates:
December 9, at 6:15pm
December 11, at 2:15pm
December 12, at 6pm
For Info & Tickets LINK BELOW!
November 2021
Dress Code (Feature Film) wrapped by Robert Asencio who plays the role of Victor.
Robert Asencio plays the role of Victor in Dress Code by Peter Panagos which he wrapped this month. The project is produced by Oh Well Productions and is currently filming. Release date of the film is TBD.
Film updates LINK BELOW!
IMDB page -www.imdb.com/title/tt16030416/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_2
FB page -
October 2021
KNIGHT available on the SOFIE Awards Vimeo screening room!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) and the 2021 SOFIE Awards nominated short films are available to stream on The SOFIE Vimeo screening room through November 19th. Then, on Saturday, November 20th, at 7:00 PM (EST), The 7th Annual Short Film SOFIE Awards are happening LIVE on YouTube! Hosted by award-winning actor, Rico E. Anderson,
Screening Room LINK BELOW!
September 2021
A Virtual livestream event in collaboration between Premiere Stages and Matheny Arts Access: Full Circle 2021.
Robert Asencio joins Matheny Arts Access: Virtual Full Circle 2021 event (as an actor) showcasing the incredibly creative works produced by the Arts Access artists in collaboration with Premiere Stages (Union, NJ) the Virtual livestream event date is TBD.
About Matheny Arts Access:
"Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative systems and techniques, participants can take part in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Regardless of their disability, clients are provided with the tools and materials needed to produce complete works of art."
For event updates LINK BELOW!
August 2021
Robert Asencio receives the "New Jersey Honorary Achievement Award in the Art of Filmmaking" at The Brightside Tavern Film Festival!
Robert Asencio with his film KNIGHT (Writer/Director) receives the "New Jersey Honorary Achievement Award in the Art of Filmmaking" at The Brightside Tavern Film Festival!
Awards list LINK BELOW!
brightsidetavernfilmfestival.com/august-2021-award-winners--nominees.html
July 2021
KNIGHT interview with The Brightside Tavern Film Festival!
KNIGHT interview The Brightside Tavern Film Festival featuring Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) and Chris Grant (Lead Actor) in which they talk about the making of the film, the inspiration behind it, and much more!
Interview LINK BELOW!
July 2021
Timestorm Season 3 Minisode: Adiós featuring Robert Asencio released.
Minisode: Adiós released by Timestorm which features Robert Asencio.
About Minisode: Adiós
'An anomaly lets Horacio say goodbye."
"Timestorm is produced by Cocotazo Media and is a proud member of TRAX from PRX. Support for TRAX comes from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Additional support comes from the Google Podcasts creator program."
Minisode: Adiós LINK BELOW!
June 2021
Hispanic Theater Festival's La Casita Feliz featured on New Jersey Stage!
Hispanic Theater Festival production of La Casita Feliz by Adriana Ferrari playing at the CDC Theatre (Cranford, NJ) featured on New Jersey Stage! Robert Asencio plays the role of Padre in the production.
New Jersey Stage feature - LINK BELOW!
newjerseystage.com/articles/2021/07/08/cdc-theatre-presents-la-casita-feliz/
June 2021
Timestorm Season 3 Minisode: Memoria featuring Robert Asencio as Gael released.
Minisode: Memoria released by Timestorm which features Robert Asencio as Gael.
About Minisode: Memoria
"Horacio recalls a visit to Old San Juan on the day he left for the School of Infantry."
"Timestorm is produced by Cocotazo Media and is a proud member of TRAX from PRX. Support for TRAX comes from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Additional support comes from the Google Podcasts creator program."
Minisode: Memoria LINK BELOW!
June 2021
Wallet selected by Indie Short Fest for the season of June 2021!
Wallet by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) selected for the season of June 2021 by the Indie Short Fest! Wallet was shortlisted by the judges and can be nominated and awarded in this 11th monthly qualifying round for the 2021 Annual Awards.
May 2021
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Feature Film These Days.
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Feature Film These Days by Junior Gonzalez (Writer/Director) playing the role of Santiago, a Counselor at S.T.R.O.N.G. Youth, Inc. a youth, family and community development organization specializing in youth, gang, and gun violence prevention and intervention.
Film Synopsis:
"This is a Salvadoran-American coming of age story. Jay, a talented 14-year-old artist is trying to understand the journey of his life he is destined to take. He lives with a strict single mother, Alma, who is expecting another child. She expresses nothing but tough love to Jay. Without a father being present, the struggle to maintain a good and stable living becomes harder each present day. To Jay there is no family. So Jay becomes frustrated and rebels against his mother and her rules."
Film Updates LINKS BELOW!
FB page - facebook.com/thesedaysmovie
Website - thesedaysmovie.com
Instagram - instagram.com/thesedaysmovie/?hl=en
May 2021
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Horror Feature Bishop's Cove.
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Horror Feature Bishop's Cove by Charles D. Lincoln (Writer/Director) playing the role of Gabriel Silva, father of Catalonia and husband of Marquesa. The project is produced by C.L. Squared Productions and is currently filming.
Film Synopsis:
"When Heather's life is interrupted by the death of a long ago love, when delivering the ashes, she is forced to confront her past and demons both personal and, in the form of the Nameless, literal."
Film Updates LINKS BELOW!
IMDB page - imdb.to/3yzAo2D
FB page - facebook.com/bishopscove/
May 2021
KNIGHT receives four nominations at Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) receives nominations at Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival which include:
- Best New Jersey Film (Nominee)
- Best Concept (Nominee)
- Best Drama (Nominee)
- Director's Choice Award (Nominee)
Nominees list LINK BELOW!
May 2021
A Flower Dreams is an award nominee of the round of May 2021 at Indie Short Fest!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) is an award nominee (Best Fantasy Short) of the round of May 2021 at Indie Short Fest!
Award Nominee LINK BELOW!
April 2021
A Flower Dreams selected by IndieX Film Fest for the round of April 2021!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) officially selected for the round of April 2021 by IndieX Film Fest! A Flower Dreams is in the pool of entries that will be recognized with the official laurel of the festival. It also can be awarded with the possibility of being screened pending judges decision.
April 2021
A Flower Dreams selected by Independent Shorts Awards for the round of March 2021!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) officially selected for the round of March 2021 by Independent Shorts Awards! A Flower Dreams is in the pool of entries that will be recognized with the official laurel of the festival. It also can be awarded with the possibility of being screened pending judges decision.
March 2021
Premiere Stages 17th Annual Spring Reading Series. Live on ZOOM!
Robert Asencio will be reading in Premiere Stages Spring Reading Series in "My Mother the Sun" by Massi Monfiletto on Saturday, March 20 at 7pm EST. Live on Zoom!
ZOOM Info: LINK BELOW!
March 2021
KNIGHT selected by Nassau Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will be screening virtually on the Nassau Film Festival website starting May 15-23. Knight will be screening on day one May 15th from 12:01am - 11:59pm and May 22-23, 24/7 via VOD on their website.
Schedule & Tickets LINK BELOW!
January 2021
KNIGHT is an award nominee of the round of January 2021 at Indie Short Fest!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) is an award nominee (Best Actress) of the round of January 2021 at Indie Short Fest!
Award Nominee LINK BELOW!
https://indieshortfest.com/performance-nominations-january-2021/
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December 2020
KNIGHT selected by Independent Shorts Awards for the round of November 2020!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) officially selected for the round of November 2020 by Independent Shorts Awards! KNIGHT is in the pool of entries that will be recognized with the official laurel of the festival. It also can be awarded with the possibility of being screened pending judges decision.
November 2020
Abue! by Jennifer Sanchez. Virtual Spanish Production in part by Rhode Island State Council on the Arts screening on YouTube!
Achieving the 'American dream' has always been a priority for the Rodriguez family. Through vignettes of events we meet Fernando (played by Robert Asencio), an adventurous businessman and Marta, the backbone of Fernando’s success.
Show dates:
Nov. 12 & 13 at 7pm and 14 at 6pm
Dec. 17, 18, & 19 at 7pm w/ English Subtitles
YouTube LINK BELOW!
July 2020
Hollins Playwright's Lab Reading Festival 2020 Live on ZOOM!
Robert Asencio will be reading in two new plays from the Hollins Playwrights's Lab Reading Festival. Live on Zoom! Which include "The Dying of Ida Greene" by Michael Tobin (role of Renfred) & Un-Huddled by Ami C. Trowell (role of Daryl).
ZOOM INFO: LINKS BELOW!
The Dying of Ida Greene:
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4625082
Un-Huddled:
March 2020
KNIGHT (Short Film) by Robert Asencio available on YouTube!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio
(Writer/Director) available to watch on YouTube!
Film Synopsis:
"The film follows Kristie, a woman in a sea of despair who longs for her love, friend, and soulmate Gabriel. She calls to him from the real world and beyond. Gabriel's sudden arrival and the gift he bestows upon her leaves her enlightened and cured from the heartache she carried within."
YouTube LINK BELOW!
April 2019
Wallet (Short Film) by Robert Asencio available on YouTube!
Wallet by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) available to watch on YouTube!
Film Synopsis:
"The film follows Rey who through the loss of his wallet realizes how fleeting life really is. And the importance of cherishing your life and your loved one's while you're still alive."
YouTube LINK BELOW!
January 2023
Barlow Elementary School 2023 Showcase of student work via Premiere Stages!
Robert Asencio joined Premiere Stages (Union, NJ) as an actor in a showcase to help bring original works written by students at Barlow Elementary School in Plainfield, NJ to life on the stage!
Premiere Stages LINK BELOW!
https://premierestagesatkean.com/
September 2022
Robert Asencio signs with The Collective Talent Agency!
Robert Asencio is proud and grateful to join the The Collective Talent Agency and is excited for what opportunities may come in his journey as an actor!
The Collective Talent LINK BELOW
https://www.thecollectivetalent.com/
September 2022
Robert Asencio cast in the role of Felipe in La Valentia by Alfredo Sanzol
Robert Asencio is playing the role of Felipe in the Hispanic Theater Festival production of La Valentia by Alfredo Sanzol. At the CDC Theatre in Cranford, NJ.
Play Synopsis:
La Valentía is a story of two sisters: Trini and Guada, who have inherited the house where they spent their childhood summers. It is a house that they love, but it is a house that has a small problem: a highway passes five meters from the door. For Guada the house is more important than the noise, and for Trini the silence is more important than the house. As Guada has decided to stay in the house, Trini, desperate, hires the Specter Brothers, a couple of brothers who have a company that is dedicated to giving terrible scares to throw people out of places posing as ghosts. On the other hand, Guada, who needs money, has put one of the rooms in the house on AirBnB and the first clients arrive: Martin and Martina, two very strange brothers who turn out to be real ghosts.
For Tickets & Info LINK BELOW
May 2022
Seeing Rape 2022 production available to watch on YouTube!
Watch the recorded version of the Seeing Rape 2022 performances on YouTube! Featuring Robert Asencio who played multiple roles in the production.
Via Seeing Rape 2022 -
"Seeing Rape 2022 was a huge success! We had hundreds of attendees. Students and audience members suggested the performances were life changing."
Performance video LINK BELOW!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeZIuZN6e14
March 2022
In a Time of Jewels officially in post - production!
Robert Asencio -
(Writer/Director/Actor) new short film In a Time of Jewels is officially in post - production! Release date is TBD.
For updates LINK BELOW!
December 2021
These Days (Feature Film) Teaser Trailer released featuring Robert Asencio who plays the role of Santiago.
Teaser Trailer of These Days by Junior Gonzalez (Writer/Director) released where Robert Asencio plays the role of Santiago. A Counselor at S.T.R.O.N.G. Youth, Inc. a youth, family and community development organization specializing in youth, gang, and gun violence prevention and intervention. Release date of the film is TBD.
The film is currently in Post - Production and is in need of funding in order to bring it to life! For more info on the film, behind the scenes, and what's needed for its completion visit the LINK BELOW!
Teaser Trailer & Film Sites LINK BELOW!
Teaser Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBJop5O8D2I
FB page -
Website - thesedaysmovie.com
Instagram -
instagram.com/thesedaysmovie/?hl=en
November 2021
The 7th Annual Short Film Awards (SOFIES) hosted by Rico E. Anderson will be LIVE on YouTube!
The 7th Annual Short Film Awards (SOFIES) will be LIVE on YouTube hosted by award winning actor, Rico E. Anderson on November 20 at 7pm (EST) KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) received two nominations in the categories: Best Dramatic Short Film (Robert Asencio Nominee) and Best Actress in a Short Film (Gaby Resende Nominee)
For Awards Show LINK BELOW!
November 2021
Matheny Arts Access: Full Circle 2021 Streaming Live on Saturday, November 6 at 4pm!
Robert Asencio will be performing virtually on Matheny Arts Access: Virtual Full Circle 2021 event showcasing the incredibly creative works produced by the Arts Access artists in collaboration with Premiere Stages (Union, NJ) the Virtual livestream event will be held on Saturday, November 6 at 4pm!
About Matheny Arts Access:
"Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative systems and techniques, participants can take part in the visual, literary, and performing arts. Regardless of their disability, clients are provided with the tools and materials needed to produce complete works of art."
For Tickets & Info LINK BELOW!
October 2021
Robert Asencio cast as a "Conference Attendee" in Wu-Tang: An American Saga (Hulu) Season 2 Episode 7 - Airwaves.
Robert Asencio was cast as a "Conference Attendee" (background) in Wu - Tang: An American Saga (Hulu) Season 2 Episode 7 - Airwaves.
Episode Info LINK BELOW!
IMDB page - imdb.com/title/tt14575886/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_4
September 2021
Production on In a Time of Jewels begins!
Robert Asencio -(Writer/Director/Actor) begins production on his new short film "In a Time of Jewels"
For film updates LINK BELOW!
August 2021
KNIGHT receives Runner Up for Best NJ Short Film at The Brightside Tavern Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) wins Runner Up for "Best NJ Short Film" at The Brightside Tavern Film Festival!
Awards list LINK BELOW!
brightsidetavernfilmfestival.com/august-2021-award-winners--nominees.html
July 2021
Hispanic Theatre Festival's La Casita Feliz featured in the Suburban News section of the Newark Star Ledger!
Hispanic Theater Festival production of La Casita Feliz by Adriana Ferrari playing at the CDC Theatre (Cranford, NJ) featured in the Suburban News section of the Newark Star Ledger! Robert Asencio plays the role of Padre in the production.
For Tickets & Info LINK BELOW!
July 2021
These Days (Feature Film) wrapped by Robert Asencio who plays the role of Santiago.
Robert Asencio plays the role of Santiago in These Days by Junior Gonzalez (Writer/Director) Santiago is a Counselor at S.T.R.O.N.G. Youth, Inc. a youth, family and community development organization specializing in youth, gang, and gun violence prevention and intervention. Robert wrapped production in July. Release date of the film is TBD.
Film Updates LINK BELOW!
FB page -
Website - thesedaysmovie.com
Instagram -
June 2021
Robert Asencio cast in the role of Padre in La Casita Feliz by Adriana Ferrari.
Robert Asencio is playing the role of Padre in the Hispanic Theater Festival production of La Casita Feliz by Adriana Ferrari. Which will be live and in person at the CDC Theatre in Cranford, NJ.
Play Synopsis:
"La Casita Feliz is a comedy about a dysfunctional yet loving family, and the 9-year-old daughter's efforts to fix her household to match her dreams of the ideal home. Written by the Argentine playwright, Adriana Ferrari, we follow Camila as she rebels against her Father and Mother by barricading herself into her toy playhouse -- the "Happy Little House" of the title -- until her demands are met."
For Tickets & Info LINK BELOW!
June 2021
KNIGHT selected by The Brightside Tavern Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will be screening live and in person. The festival will be held at The Brightside Tavern (141 Bright St. Jersey City, NJ) with KNIGHT screening on Sunday, August 1st in the 2:14pm-4pm slot with an Awards ceremony at 6:30pm.
For Tickets & Info LINK BELOW!
June 2021
Timestorm Season 3 Episode 25: El Yunque featuring Robert Asencio as Gael released.
Episode 25: El Yunque released by Timestorm which features Robert Asencio as Gael.
About Episode 25: El Yunque
"El Yunque, 1938: In the mountainous rainforest, the Ventura twins come across Gael, a Civilian Conservation Corps worker, who hides a metal container in the foundation of a future observation tower."
"Timestorm is produced by Cocotazo Media and is a proud member of TRAX from PRX. Support for TRAX comes from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Additional support comes from the Google Podcasts creator program."
Episode 25 - LINK BELOW!
timestormseries.com/episodes/episode-25-el-yunque-s1!11784
May 2021
Robert Asencio begins shooting on Horror Feature Bishop's Cove.
Robert Asencio playing the role of Gabriel Silva begins shooting on Horror Feature Bishop's Cove by Charles D. Lincoln (Writer/Director) The project is produced by C.L. Squared Productions.
Film Updates LINKS BELOW!
IMDB page - imdb.to/3yzAo2D
FB page - facebook.com/bishopscove/
May 2021
KNIGHT wins "Best New Jersey Film" at Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) wins the award for "Best New Jersey Film" at Hang Onto Your Shorts! Film Festival!
Awards list LINK BELOW!
May 2021
Babel (Short Film) wrapped by Robert Asencio who plays the role of "Hugo" the project is in post-production.
Robert Asencio plays the role of "Hugo" in Babel by Jaap Deinum (Writer/Director)
Film Synopsis:
"A Chinese immigrant seeking to reunite with her daughter has her values put to the test--both as a mother and citizenship applicant--when she discovers her Guatemalan neighbor is undocumented."
Film updates LINK BELOW!
May 2021
A Flower Dreams selected by Indie Short Fest for the season of May 2021!
A Flower Dreams by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) selected for the season of May 2021 by the Indie Short Fest! A Flower Dreams was shortlisted by the judges and can be nominated and awarded in this 10th monthly qualifying round for the 2021 Annual Awards.
April 2021
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Feature Film Dress Code.
Robert Asencio joins the cast of Feature Film Dress Code by Peter Panagos playing the role of Victor. The project is produced by Oh Well Productions and begins filming in November 2021.
Film updates LINK BELOW!
IMDB page -www.imdb.com/title/tt16030416/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_2
FB page -
April 2021
KNIGHT receives a Best of Festival nomination at the Nassau Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) receives a Best of Festival nomination for "Best Fiction" at the Nassau Film Festival!
Nomination LINK BELOW!
March 2021
KNIGHT selected by Cranford Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will be screening virtually on the Cranford Film Festival website starting Saturday April 17 - Sunday April 25. Knight will be screening on day three April 19th from 12pm - Midnight and day six April 22nd from 12pm - Midnight.
Schedule & Tickets LINK BELOW!
March 2021
KNIGHT screening virtually at the Garden State Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will be screening virtually on Saturday, March 27th on screening block BPAC38 which runs from 10am - 11:30am at the Garden State Film Festival virtual platform! For more info visit gsff.org
GSFF Tickets LINK BELOW!
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January 2021
KNIGHT selected by Indie Short Fest for the season of January 2021!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) selected for the season of January 2021 by the Indie Short Fest! KNIGHT was shortlisted by the judges and can be nominated and awarded in this 6th monthly qualifying round for the 2021 Annual Awards.
December 2020
KNIGHT selected by NJ International Short Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will screen virtually on January 14-31, 2021. Festival is hosted by XerbTv.
Festival Tickets LINK BELOW!
October 2020
KNIGHT selected by Queen City Film Festival!
KNIGHT by Robert Asencio (Writer/Director) will screen virtually on October 25th at 1pm on Queen City Film Fest (NJ) Facebook page.
Screening LINK BELOW!
July 2020
Egg & Spoon Theatre "Incubation in Isolation" series featuring Robert Asencio!
Robert Asencio featured in Egg & Spoon Theatre "Incubation in Isolation" series.
Via. Egg & Spoon Theatre:
"Creating in Quarantine? Don’t let your isolation stop you from creating. Egg & Spoon wants you to continue writing plays, performing sides, sketching designs, directing scenes — and wants to be part of it!"
Featured Artist LINK BELOW!
March 2020
Hubbard Middle School showcase of student work via Premiere Stages
Robert Asencio will be joining Premiere Stages Playwriting Residency (as an actor) in a showcase of student work at Hubbard Middle School in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Via, Premiere Stages:
"The showcase will be the culmination of six weeks of residency sessions that our Teaching Artists are carrying out at Hubbard Middle School in Plainfield, New Jersey. The residency is part of the 21st Century Grant, which brings various extra-curricular programs to after-school sessions in the school district. The students will have written short plays, and seeing professional actors take their words seriously is a deeply impactful (and fun!) experience for them. "
January 2019
Robert Asencio is playing "Edward" in Egg & Spoon Theatre production of The Killer by Eugene Ionesco.
Robert Asencio is playing the role of "Edward" in Egg & Spoon Theatre production of The Killer by Eugene Ionesco. Playing at Access Theater, New York.
Via, Egg & Spoon Theatre:
"Despite its immaculate beauty, our city is losing light. Quickly. We know who's responsible, and finally there is a citizen determined enough to stop him. Originally produced in Paris in 1959, The Killer's bleak absurdism speaks to the current moment more than we'd like to admit."
For Tickets LINK BELOW!