I’ve spent 17 years in Chicago producing and acting in theatre, building renowned bar and restaurant experiences, and curating music for venues. I pride myself on a reliable work ethic and the ability to fill gaps with creative, hands-on problem solving. Beyond theatre and hospitality, I’ve worn many hats here: writer, producer, DJ, and chef, collaborating with chefs, venues, and fellow performers to deliver memorable experiences. I’m passionate about storytelling, live performance, and community building, and I’m always eager for the next challenge.…

Thomas B Adams

I’ve spent 17 years in Chicago producing and acting in theatre, building renowned bar and restaurant experiences, and curating music for venues. I pride myself on a reliable work ethic and the ability to fill gaps with creative, hands-on problem solving. Beyond theatre and hospitality, I’ve worn many hats here: writer, producer, DJ, and chef, collaborating with chefs, venues, and fellow performers to deliver memorable experiences. I’m passionate about storytelling, live performance, and community building, and I’m always eager for the next challenge.…

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I’ve spent 17 years in Chicago producing and acting in theatre, building renowned bar and restaurant experiences, and curating music for venues. I pride myself on a reliable work ethic and the ability to fill gaps with creative, hands-on problem solving.

Beyond theatre and hospitality, I’ve worn many hats here: writer, producer, DJ, and chef, collaborating with chefs, venues, and fellow performers to deliver memorable experiences. I’m passionate about storytelling, live performance, and community building, and I’m always eager for the next challenge.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Box Office Sales/Student/Lighting Tech at The Annoyance Theater
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Managed box office operations, student duties, and lighting tech responsibilities for an intimate theater venue.
G.M./Bar Manager/Bartender/F.O.H. Supervisor at LOKaL (Logan Square)
October 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Oversaw general management, bar operations, FOH supervision, inventory, and staff coordination for a pan-European restaurant.
Merchant Support/Customer Support/WFH Rep. at Groupon, Inc.
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Worked with UI teams and Merchant/Customer Support to troubleshoot and resolve issues across goods/services platforms; later focused on Merchant CS troubleshooting.
Bartender/F.O.H. Trainer/Server/Curator Of Record Buying & DJ at Farm Bar Lakeview
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Opened and trained staff, supervised front-of-house operations, and helped design menus and service expectations; earned Duggan Award for top employee; performed as DJ on many nights.
Supervisor/Bartender/DJ/Security at The V.H.O. (The Veterans Heritage Organization)
October 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020
Supervised operations at a veterans-focused private club; performed bartending and DJ duties; provided security support.
Prep Cook/Quality Assurance at Paulie Gee’s (Logan Square)
November 2, 2020 - Present
Prep cook contributing to Detroit, New York, and Napoli style pizzas; quality assurance for menu recipes; small-batch product development.
Staff Writer at Sports Riot
March 1, 2022 - Present
Contributing writer and editor for a sports satire publication; maintains editorial voice and social media presence.
G.M./Bar Manager/Bartender/F.O.H. Supervisor at LOKaL
October 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Opened and managed operations, handled inventory, and coordinated front and back of house with kitchen.
Prep Cook/Quality Assurance General Manager at Paulie Gee’s (Logan Square)
November 1, 2020 - Present
Prep cook; QA for Detroit, New York, and Napoli style pizzas; contributed ideas to the menu and collaborated with other Chicago eateries.
Staff Writer/Owner/Editor-in-Chief at Sports Riot
March 1, 2022 - Present
Lead writer/editor for a respected sports satire site; grew Instagram following and editorial scope.

Education

Some College at Columbia College Chicago
September 1, 2005 - May 1, 2007
Theatre/Performance & Playwriting Training at The Second City Training Center
June 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Some College (Theatre Performance & Playwriting) at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Certified Actor/Combatant
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Society of American Fight Directors – Actor/Combatant
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other

Skills

Experience Level