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4/3/1976-10/26/2023
Jaime R. Carrillo, of Brookline, MA, and originally of Washington, D.C., was a theater artist and a visionary. Jaime did not just think outside the box. He thought as if the box didn't exist. He dreamed without limits and applied his creative insight not only to theater but to every aspect of his life.
Jaime was the beloved husband of Amanda Carrillo and a devoted father to their children, Max and Feli Carrillo, whom he loved with every fiber of his being. He also is survived by his mother, Gloria Carrillo, and his brother, Eric Carrillo, both of Washington, D.C.; his parents-in-law, Daniel and Louisa Tarullo of Newton, MA; his brother- and sister-in-law Michael and Elisabeth Tarullo and niece Emilia Tarullo of Seattle, WA; his aunts, uncles, and cousins; and many dear friends. He is pre-deceased by his father Jaime T. Carrillo and his aunt Gladys Huber.
Jaime was a proud graduate of Sidwell Friends School, Brandeis University, and the William Esper Studio. He acted professionally at SpeakEasy Stage, Shakespeare & Co., Classical Theatre of Harlem, The Flea Theater, and GALA Theatre, among many others. He was a founding director of feeT oF clay Theater Company in Washington, D.C., Firebrand Theory Theater Company in New York, and Bostonia Bohemia in Boston. He was an accomplished director and playwright, and he taught Fundamentals of Directing at Emerson College. Jaime was a wonderful teacher and mentor. He was deeply committed to elevating underrepresented voices in theater arts, especially indigenous voices.
Jaime made bold choices, always. He would go to a country knowing no one and return having made lifelong friends. He is gone much too soon, with so many adventures that should still have been ahead of him. He leaves an enduring imprint on the hearts and souls of all of us who love him.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Political Asylum/Immigrant Representation (PAIR) Project, www.pairproject.org, where Jaime volunteered as a translator for asylum seekers.
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Brian Ottens
January 15, 2024
I lived with Jaime from 2000-2003. Occasionally we needed a new housemate and would discuss what we wanted. Aside from the normal good manners, Jaime always said he wanted someone who could laugh at his jokes. Jaime's comedy was usually character-based, such as acting out a situation or event with silliness, and he did it really well. So if you have memories of good times together, I think he'd want us to look back at those when we think of him.
Ginger Lazarus
November 12, 2023
Jaime was a treasure. I´m grateful I got the opportunity to work with him in the theatre community and get to know him as a fellow human. He is deeply missed.
Paul Jaffe
November 3, 2023
I have never been touched more by theater than when watching Jaime, and never been beaten harder in Scrabble than when playing Jaime. His radiance, wisdom, and playfulness will never be forgotten. It was a privilege to have had the time we had with him - I only wish it could have been more. Paul
Mary Talpas
November 3, 2023
We´re so very sorry for your loss. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Love Sandy Skees and Mary Talpas
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Dev Luthra
October 31, 2023
I am shocked and so sorry for this loss. Jaime directed me in the play Organic, part of New Rep's Science Fiction Festival last year. I experienced his generosity as an artist first hand. Condolences to his family and loved ones.
Yitong Zhu
October 30, 2023
Jamie chose me as one of his actors and that was my first professional contract. It was such a lovely time working with Jamie and I´m forever grateful for his trust and courage. Sometimes he would give me a ride to the T station after rehearsals and we talked about random things like food and school. Jamie is indeed a warm human being. I won´t let you down.
Catherine Caldwell-Harris
October 30, 2023
I enjoyed Jamie's theater innovations; such as having a one-cat play in someone's living room. I always tried to attend one of Jamie's plays whenever I learned of them. I had hoped there would be more time to see more plays!
James Rana
October 30, 2023
Goodnight, sweet prince. Being in your presence was a gift. You touched the lives of countless humans.
Adrienne Fricke
October 30, 2023
Jaime was a wonderful person and member of the Lawrence School community. He was kind and thoughtful, and when I was severely injured during COVID, he walked my son to the weekly remote learning outdoor meet-up, which was literally the only social interaction he had for a year. He will be sorely missed but we know his memory will be a blessing for his many friends and his family.
Bill Mootos
October 30, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Jaime's passing. He was such a kind, thoughtful and talented man, and he had such a positive impact on so many throughout his all too short time on this earth. Jaime, you will truly be missed.
Sandra
October 30, 2023
Over ten years ago we were in Prague on New Year's Eve looking for a place to have a last drink. We stumbled across a tiny bar beneath Charles Bridge with a fire outside and some people around. We joined the group for a few drinks and met that incredibly warm, creative and funny actor from New York - Jaime. We never thought we'd stay in touch with someone we met while partying and drinking, that doesn't usually happen, but with Jaime, we didn't just stay in touch, we became real friends. We always talked about that one magical night in Prague where he wrote a haiku for us and we touched one of the statues on the bridge as a sign to return one day to this place. We always talked about meeting there again. To know that we never will fills our hearts with deep sadness. We can´t imagine what terrible pain you as his family are going through. We wish you all the strength in the world, we wish you will keep Jaime in your hearts as we´ll do. He was a very special person, he will be missed. In two weeks we will be in Prague again, we´ll return to the statue, to the place where everything began, we´ll write a haiku for him and remember him.
His friends from Leipzig Sandra and Jörg
Nick Thorkelson
October 30, 2023
Jaime directed me and another actor in a skit I wrote for a Fort Point Theatre Channel show. It ended with a song that had the refrain "I don't know why it's got to be so hard," until Jaime said, "Can't we brighten this up? Why don't you each say 'Maybe it doesn't' at the end?" A couple of rehearsals were at Jaime's home with his kids around, and every time I saw Max after that he'd give me a bright-eyed look and say "Maybe it doesn't!"
Erica Key
October 30, 2023
Jaime was the first parent I met at a playground when we first moved to Brookline. He was dynamic, incredibly friendly, helped our kids connect, made everyone laugh. Over the years we crossed paths at the school yard and he was consistently a joy to bump into even when he was engaged in solving problems. He somehow got me to play in a fantasy football league?! He jumped through incredible hoops to get us an indoor space for kids at the school to do a winter soccer league. If it was good for children or good for the community Jaime was a tireless champion until it got done. I'm certain he will be missed by anyone who ever had the pleasure of exchange smiles with him. May his memory be a blessing to Amanda Max and Feli. Please let us know ways to be helpful.
Alexander
October 30, 2023
Deeply saddened to hear of Jaime´s passing. We shared the stage many times at the Classical Theatre of Harlem. He was always so open and kind and generous. A true bright light. He will be missed.
Leila Buck
October 29, 2023
This is so devastating. I remember Jaime from high school as such a kind, joyful, playful and wonderful soul. Sending healing energy to your hearts and wishing you every possible comfort and support in this heartbreaking time.
Cheryl Anne Boyce of DC
October 28, 2023
Sending my thoughts and prayers to Amanda, Max and Feli as well as Ms Gloria and Eric. May you be comforted by the memories and joy you shared.
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