EXCLUSIVE: Get To Know Award-Winning Filmmaker and COO of ARTIMIS Theatrical Productions Kevin B. Ploth!

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Born and raised in New York City, Kevin B. Ploth’s path in the entertainment industry started at a young age by the influential careers of his parents. This early exposure instilled a deep appreciation for art, film, and stage, shaping his future career. Today, Kevin is a U.S. Army veteran, a SAG-AFTRA member, a talented filmmaker and creator working as a Director, Actor and Writer. As the COO of ARTIMIS Theatrical Productions LLC, his journey reflects a commitment to both creative expression and dedicated service.

A Foundation in the Golden Age of Broadway

Kevin’s mother, Liz (M. Raynor) Ploth, was a producer during the Golden Age of Broadway, learning the ropes under the guidance of the legendary David Merrick. This experience granted her invaluable insights into the world of theater. Bruce M. Ploth, a photographer trained at the prestigious SVA in New York, and then drafted during Vietnam ending up at the Naval School of Photography for the USCG, found himself shooting for National Geographic. His career evolved, leading him to manage Fawcett Publications and ultimately become vice president of DUGAL in New York City , then on to TimeWarner Photo Labs.

Kevin pursued his passion for the arts through higher education, attending West Virginia Wesleyan and the University of the Arts of Philadelphia. During the early 1990s, he distinguished himself as the youngest member of esteemed organizations like PART, PALP, and the Drama Guild.

Exclusive Q & A With Kevin Ploth

Q: As an actor, director, and writer, what would you say drives or inspires you to become the best at your profession?

Kevin Ploth – A: What drives me is people, life, and the experiences I have had with them, be it good or bad. I find being worldly and lived helps versus being closed and untraveled (meaning not engaging or being above others, having airs). I find connecting to people and really diving in wherever I go yields the best story and outcome.

Q: What genre of films are you most drawn to?

Kevin Ploth – A: Drama, Comedy, Horror, Thrillers, True Crime, Documentaries, Historical/History, Science Fiction, I love my Westerns and Food shows…have to have the classics and Laurel & Hardy.

Q: Can you share any specific film projects you’ve recently wrapped or are coming up ?

Kevin Ploth – A: We have THE GIANT in pre-production, plus we finished three projects in under four months. THIS STITCHING WILL LAST is our first documentary about Michael Braun, filmed by Larry Gress (my go-to DP) and edited by David Diaz (my go-to editor). Then we did two shorts, SHADOW DOCKET, filmed and edited by Ed Trucco.

DINER OF DARKNESS was filmed by Larry Gress and edited by both Ed Trucco and David Diaz. As of now, all three have won awards as well as laurels.

The “We” Before the “Me”: A Collaborative Philosophy

Kevin passionately emphasizes the importance of collaboration, stating, “There is no ‘me’ without the ‘we’!” He acknowledges the indispensable contributions of his parents, team, cast, producers, and sponsors in achieving his creative goals. He highlights the enduring relationships, some spanning over four decades:

Benny Harrison (since 1988)
Michael Sean McGuiness
Paul Wagar
Susan Sulby
Nancy Contra
Myreon Arslan (his agent since 1990)
Larry Gress (DP, collaborator since 1992 when Kevin directed Othello)

More recently, he has collaborated with Vanessa Thorpe, Doug LeBlanc, Julie C. LeBlanc, Kelley Poling, Jeffry Ross, MOKE Candles, The Cigar Saver, Doug Marcaida, Anthony DeLongis, Charlie Parish, Dr. Mike Harper (Patriot Tactical), Norm McCleod (PROPPER Uniforms), David Diaz (Buenos Diaz Media), JD Wesley, Dr. Martin “Marty” Urban, and Michael and Susan Braun. He has also recently added Eli Jane as an executive producer and Freddy Krepistman.

Award-Winning Film: “The Giant” and Beyond

The Giant follows Sheriff Clay “Giant” Walker“ and his team of deputies as they investigate a rash of crime and murders in their small town. They ask, where’s the threat coming from? As an influx of new residents and criminal elements arrive. Many characters are wrestling with their past mistakes and seeking to forge a better future. Is it possible? Only time will tell.
The series is formatted as a half-hour show with six episodes per season. Filming locations include Atlanta, McDonough and Perry, Georgia, USA

In the award-winning TV series “The Giant,” Kevin wrote, directed, and stars as the character of Sheriff Giant. In 2025, “The Giant” received a Bronze Telly Award for Best Drama(Unproduced Script)