Once called a "young Tom Hanks" by HBO Aspen Comedy Festival executives, Alan continues to bring original work to the stage and screen and drive his kids places.  After moving to LA to study with the late Sanford Meisner, Alan became the only actor/writer to have performed his work at the HBO Workspace, Comedy Central Stage, HBO Aspen Comedy Festival, PSNBC, & the HBO Screening Room for his plays, RAP (AAPEX - Best New Play 2012)& Child's Play. Alan has worked professionally on stage, screen & TV in NY, LA, & DC and tours the country each April to advocate for autism awareness through his critically-acclaimed ("Compelling... Aymie proves first rate.." - LA TIMES) solo play, A Child Left Behind. Alan most recently published his first book, "Turning Points - Tips, Tales & Tactics of a Revolutionary Teacher" about his time as an inner-city school teacher. Currently, Alan lives happily in LA with his wife and children.