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John Chakan

John Chakan

July 5, 2016 John Chakan

john-picJohn Chakan is a father, actor, and youth development professional. He is passionate about kids, theater, and sports–though not always in that order. After graduating from Stanford with a B.A. in Drama and Psychology, John spent twenty years running a children’s summer camp. He has acted in theaters large and small, with a particular passion for Shakespeare and improvisation. His most important role is as husband and father of three.

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