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Russwin Francisco
Member Since: 2017 | Location: Washington | Page Views: 709 
About Me
Stage and screen actor, producer, vocalist and former jazz venue owner
Russwin Francisco is an accomplished jazz vocalist, he has performed at prominent DC venues and regional festivals, and previously co-founded and co-owned Black Fox Lounge, a jazz venue respected for its live music programming. He is a seasoned actor, singer, and producer with more than 30 years of performance experience across stage, film, and live music. He produced and appeared as Manny in The Girl Who Left Home, a musical film that won Best Picture at the 2021 DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival, and was an accredited investor in the Broadway production Here Lies Love.
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My Jazz Story
My love for jazz is rooted in my DNA and refined through years of curation. Growing up, I was raised on the smooth standards of Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole, crooned by my
father, an amateur audiophile. While I am a classically trained singer, it is the raw energy and improvisation of jazz that truly moves me.
This passion led me to co-own Black Fox Lounge in DC's Dupont Circle. Over a celebrated five-year run, we hosted more than 1,800 live shows and 300+ artists, earning high
praise from industry critics before closing in 2015. For me, jazz isn't just a genre; it’s the heartbeat of a community I love.
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This page was last updated on 2026-02-08.
