Jason A. Rodriguez

Jason A. Rodriguez is a Dominican-American actor and dancer. He is known for his role of Lemar Wintour in the FX television series Pose. He is also known as Slim Xtravaganza and belongs to the House of Xtravaganza, part of the New York City ballroom scene.

Early life Rodriguez was born and raised in Washington Heights, Manhattan in New York City.

Career

Early work Rodriguez graduated from SUNY Purchase in 2012. He received a BA in Arts Management while studying dance. There he mentored under Associate Professor Kevin Wynn, who helped him improve his technique. It was while managing Wynn's email that Rodriguez learned of auditions for Pose. Kevin Wynn introduced Rodriguez to dance networks by employing his assistance at Joffrey Ballet School and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

Rodriguez was inspired to get involved with ballroom culture after seeing Paris is Burning. Rodriguez began training with Benny Ninja from the House of Ninja in 2010. He then joined the House of Ninja, The first season boasted the largest cast of transgender actors ever for a scripted network series with over 50 transgender characters. On July 12, 2018, it was announced that the series had been renewed for a second season, which premiered on June 11, 2019.

Rodriguez is credited as the Movement Coach and Choreographer for Season 2 of Pose.

Teaching dance Rodriguez teaches dance in New York City. He teaches the style he practices, new way voguing, at Gibney Dance in Manhattan. He has offered dance workshops for youth and queer people of colour at the LGBT Center, HMI (Hetrick-Martin Institute), and GMHC.

Filmography

TV

Film