Originally from Yokohama, Japan, Brian Walters moved to New York City in 2009 to pursue an acting career in America.
In 2002, he starred in a Japanese national TV show for 2 years called "Tensai Terebi-kun", which sparked his interest in acting. He also started modeling in top Japanese men's fashion magazines in 2005.
Since moving to NYC, Brian has been in numerous theater productions and has gotten a role on Blue Bloods and in a Foo Fighters music video. Brian has also surpassed 2 million views on his YouTube channels: Systemjap & It's Candy Time. He is currently the host of Japanese Batsu-Game Improv Show, BATSU! every Monday and Thursday night. Most recently, Brian worked on a national AT&T Moto X commercial and was the lead for an indie feature film.
He is represented by Prestige Management.
In 2002, he starred in a Japanese national TV show for 2 years called "Tensai Terebi-kun", which sparked his interest in acting. He also started modeling in top Japanese men's fashion magazines in 2005.
Since moving to NYC, Brian has been in numerous theater productions and has gotten a role on Blue Bloods and in a Foo Fighters music video. Brian has also surpassed 2 million views on his YouTube channels: Systemjap & It's Candy Time. He is currently the host of Japanese Batsu-Game Improv Show, BATSU! every Monday and Thursday night. Most recently, Brian worked on a national AT&T Moto X commercial and was the lead for an indie feature film.
He is represented by Prestige Management.
First 11 BATSU! shows of 2015 were all sold out and now we're adding Fridays with our Thursday and Saturday Shows!
We've added 5 Friday shows:
February 27th
March 13th
March 27th
April 10th
April 17th
A mix between "Whose Line is it Anyway?" and the Japanese punishment comedy show "Silent Library", BATSU! is America's only Japanese Batsu-Game show! We have four improvisers from Face Off Unlimited compete in comedy challenges and whoever gets the least laughs get punished! And by punished I mean, they get shot by paintball guns, have to put their hands in mousetraps, they get tazed, etc! Enjoy the improv and the schadenfreude! I've been hosting the show since March 2012 and the show is in its 4th year.
One of the "Best Things To Do In NYC" - CBS New York
Critics' Pick - Time Out NY
Voice Choice - Village Voice
BATSU!
Every Thursday & Saturday 8pm at JeBon (15 St. Mark's Place)
February 27th
March 13th
March 27th
April 10th
April 17th
A mix between "Whose Line is it Anyway?" and the Japanese punishment comedy show "Silent Library", BATSU! is America's only Japanese Batsu-Game show! We have four improvisers from Face Off Unlimited compete in comedy challenges and whoever gets the least laughs get punished! And by punished I mean, they get shot by paintball guns, have to put their hands in mousetraps, they get tazed, etc! Enjoy the improv and the schadenfreude! I've been hosting the show since March 2012 and the show is in its 4th year.
One of the "Best Things To Do In NYC" - CBS New York
Critics' Pick - Time Out NY
Voice Choice - Village Voice
BATSU!
Every Thursday & Saturday 8pm at JeBon (15 St. Mark's Place)
Map for batsu!
Brian performed in a reading for "The Astonishing Journey of Mabel Li and The Mysterious Ways of Lord Ba Tha Za" in February!
"Birth day" was officially selected for the New Filmmakers Film Festival NYC!
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"Birth Day", a film by Sonoko Ogata, starring Brian Walters was screened in the Courthouse Theater at the Anthology Film Archives on Jan 7th 8:45pm.
For more information: http://www.newfilmmakers.com/?gclid=CjwKEAiA5qOlBRDAn8K5qen65joSJADRvlbqbIuDAh8AR41jHZwpiOPkm5yIa-IlKReqQZvi51As0BoCe0jw_wcB You can check out the trailer here: http://filmbirthday.com/trailer.html |
Brian hosted the holiday launch party for the film "When Night Turns To Day"!
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"When Night Turns To Day" is a film directed by Amy Guggenheim. Brian MC'ed for the film's holiday launch party at The Kitano Hotel on January 13th, 2015 7-9pm.
The night was filled with many performances, including a sword demo from a 20th generation sword master, a tea master, a calligraphy gold medalist, and a jazz trio. For tickets and information: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-launch-party-at-the-kitano-hotel-tickets-14444803797?utm_campaign=a438b0642e-Happy_New_Year_Party_Its_Here_1_6_2015&utm_term=0_7285e21a59-a438b0642e-183722429&utm_source=WNTD+Verified&utm_medium=email&mc_eid=826be9be23&mc_cid=a438b0642e&ct=t%28Happy_New_Year_Party_Its_Here_1_6_2015%29 |
Check out brian performing improv in Times Square!
The creators of BATSU! have released a brand new late-night show in Times Square! 11th hour is every Friday at 11pm in Times Scare located at 669 8th ave between 42nd/43rd st. There are great $5 drink specials as well!! http://faceoffunlimited.com/11thhour.html
BATSU! is partnering with NY COMIC CON!
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Live Japanese Game Show BATSU! will have a special show on Saturday October 4th for NY Comic Con's Super Week. The week continues with shows on Monday October 6th and Thursday October 9th! Come dressed up in your favorite costume and receive a free sake shot on us!
Tickets: http://www.laughstub.com/event.cfm?id=337574&cart For more information on BATSU!: http://faceoffunlimited.com/batsu.html |
Brian will be performing in a theatre show on June 13th 10pm!
Built for Collapse is back in action this Friday, June 13th at Dixon Place!
10pm
A multimedia retrospective. A man confronts memories of his greatest love as we travel with him, through time and through rooms. With text, dance, music and media we will create a lifetime - and at the end we will ask you, “Was it worth it after all?”
Co-Directed by Sanaz Ghajarrahimi and Ben Mann
Text by Phillip Gerson
Choreographed by Ben Hobbs
Featuring: Vincent Santvoord, Susie Williams, Helen Gutowski, Chloe Markewich, Carissa Matsushima, Blaze Ferrer, Brian Walters, Patrick Caughill and Alexis Kelley
$12 in advance
$15 at the door
$10 students & seniors
http://dixonplace.org/performances/we-were-wild-once/
10pm
A multimedia retrospective. A man confronts memories of his greatest love as we travel with him, through time and through rooms. With text, dance, music and media we will create a lifetime - and at the end we will ask you, “Was it worth it after all?”
Co-Directed by Sanaz Ghajarrahimi and Ben Mann
Text by Phillip Gerson
Choreographed by Ben Hobbs
Featuring: Vincent Santvoord, Susie Williams, Helen Gutowski, Chloe Markewich, Carissa Matsushima, Blaze Ferrer, Brian Walters, Patrick Caughill and Alexis Kelley
$12 in advance
$15 at the door
$10 students & seniors
http://dixonplace.org/performances/we-were-wild-once/
catch brian at the nyc improv face off!
New York City Improv Face Off is every Sunday 7pm at Times Scare! See up-and-coming NY improvisers take the stage right in the middle of Times Sq! The theater is located on the corner of 42nd st and 8th ave. Tickets are $15 at the door and $10 in advance using the link below!
http://www.laughstub.com/event.cfm?id=321870&showTimingID=321870
hosting at japan Day 2014!
Brian hosted "NHK World News in Central Park" at Japan Day featuring Domo! Domo was celebrating his 15th year as the mascot of NHK and the event had the creator Tsuneo Gōda visiting from Japan to commemorate the milestone. Japan Day was held at Central Park on Sunday May 11th.
For more info go to the Japan Day website: http://www.japandaynyc.org
Also featured on tvjapan's website: http://tvjapan.net/tvjapan_club/
For more info go to the Japan Day website: http://www.japandaynyc.org
Also featured on tvjapan's website: http://tvjapan.net/tvjapan_club/
BATSU! featured on ny pix 11
BATSU! recently had a featured segment on NY PIX 11 with Mr. G! Click the photo on the left to check out the video! For more info on BATSU! go to http://faceoffunlimited.com/batsu.html
New Promo Vid!
New promo video featuring BATSU!, Talent Meet Rep, and behind the scenes footage of upcoming indie feature film Birth Day! Click on photo to the left :)
Check me out in a new at&t commercial that recently aired on tv and web!
Brian booked a national AT&T commercial that aired on networks and web! Shot on Rockaway Beach, he worked with Henry Alex-Rubin (director of documentary "Murderball").
Check out MY new Acting Reel!
SHORT FILMS "NOT A HAIR OUT OF PLACE" AND "FAED" MAKE IT INTO
FILM FESTIVALS!
Two short films featuring Brian Walters were accepted into film festivals this past August.
"Not A Hair Out Of Place" written and directed by Andrew Fagan was featured in the Best of the Fest night at the Chain NYC Film Festival! For details on the film check out http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2904642/
"faeD" written by Stav Livne and directed by Greggory Daniels was featured in the Internot Film Festival.
Brian's indie feature film "Birth Day" is currently being sent to upcoming film festivals!
"Not A Hair Out Of Place" written and directed by Andrew Fagan was featured in the Best of the Fest night at the Chain NYC Film Festival! For details on the film check out http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2904642/
"faeD" written by Stav Livne and directed by Greggory Daniels was featured in the Internot Film Festival.
Brian's indie feature film "Birth Day" is currently being sent to upcoming film festivals!
I was Back on the "In the room with joe, jay, eric, and lyle" podcast!
Hey yall! I was called back as guest by "In The Room" and had a hilarious, awesome time with the guys!
The hosts are the creators and improvisers of the show BATSU! that I host! In this episode, Vinny Russo, Alex Hill, and I replace Joe, Jay, and Eric who were out of town. Click their logo and have a listen! Enjoy =]
The hosts are the creators and improvisers of the show BATSU! that I host! In this episode, Vinny Russo, Alex Hill, and I replace Joe, Jay, and Eric who were out of town. Click their logo and have a listen! Enjoy =]
