Joshua Burge


Joshua Burge is an American actor and musician recognized for his work in independent cinema.

Early life

Burge was born on April 22, 1980 in Pennsylvania and was raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with younger sister Rebekah. Grand Rapids was also where he performed as a lead vocalist and guitarist under the moniker Chance Jones.

Film career

Burge's film career began when cast by director Joel Potrykus, a fellow Grand Rapids native. Burge's early collaborations with Potrykus include Ape, Buzzard, and Relaxer. In The Revenant, he played Stubby Bill, marking his Hollywood debut. More recently, Burge starred in Pratfall. In 2024, he again collaborated with Potrykus, for Vulcanizadora, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, where Burge was awarded a Special Jury Prize.

Acting credits

Theater

YearTitleRoleVenueRefs.
2013Want Want Lovely PlayVarious RolesCangue League
2013The Death of SchopenhauerVarious RolesCangue League
2012Skwert of BludVarious RolesCangue League
2011RevolutionsLeadCangue League

Discography

As Chance Jones