Julio Hanson

Julio Hanson is a creative leader, performer, and educator with over 30 years of experience in the arts and education. He has served as Principal of Loyola Village Fine and Performing Arts Magnet, where he oversaw arts integration, community engagement, and organizational leadership. An accomplished actor and musician, Julio has appeared in productions with The Robey Theatre Company, including The Last Night at Mikell’s, A Heated Discussion, and The Talented Tenth, as well as the musical Shades at the Morgan Wixson Theatre. His screen credits include RPM Miami (Telemundo) and Angels and Demons directed by Ron Howard. Julio is also a writer and director of short films, with PBNJ receiving recognition as an award-winning official selection at the Kuumba Festival in Toronto, Canada. He holds a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University and is the creator of the commissioned musical Negra. Fluent in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese, Julio connects his international background in Political Science (International Relations, UCLA) with his dedication to the transformative power of the arts in education and community leadership.