Biography

Rafal Cwiok was born in Chicago, IL. Although he had been in theatrical productions before, he didn't discover his love for acting until the age of 17. He began taking acting classes his senior year, and after graduating high school, immediately began attending Columbia College Chicago the following semester. He graduated with a degree in theater in 2012.

Outside of Columbia, Rafal has performed in live shows at Donley's Wild West Town in Union, IL, as well as Six Flags: Great America. Although he enjoys acting for theater, Rafal has always had a larger interest for the film industry. Since entering Columbia, Rafal has been in many films, including independent features, and has also performed in multiple theater productions.

Columbia College Chicago BA in Theater 2012

Acting: Caroline Latta, Clare Nolan, Brian Posen

Voice: Catherine Slade, Celeste Williams, Cecilie O'Reilly

Movement: Dennis Wise, Paola Coletto, Nana Shineflug

Stage Combat: David Woolley, John McFarland Improvisation: Jim Sherman

Languages: Polish (Conversational)

Dialects: Western, Hillbilly, Indian, Nerd/Heavy Lisp

Recommended Pass in Unarmed, Rapier&Dagger, and Broadsword by the SAFD 2012,

Pass with Distinction in Unarmed and Rapier & Dagger by the BASS 2012,

Pass in Broadsword by the BASS 2012,

Juggling, Gun Spinning (Colt .45 Peacemaker), Stunt Experience, Skateboarding, Wrestling