From Playwright to Screenwriter
Ron Scott Stevens, a 78-year-old former chairperson of the New York State Athletic Commission, has ventured into the world of screenwriting with his latest screenplay, “Red, Green & Yellow.” This is not his first foray into playwriting; his works have been produced in various venues across the United States, including off-Broadway theaters. Stevens’ writing career spans decades, and he has made a name for himself as a playwright in the world of theater and film. His latest screenplay, set in 1992 in New York City, is a gripping tale of cocaine, art, and the occult. The story revolves around taxi driver Nick Castle, who becomes entangled in a world of crime and corruption. •
- Stevens’ passion for boxing, film, and theater continues to inspire his work, as evident in his latest screenplay.
- His writing career has been shaped by his experiences in the world of sports, particularly boxing.
- As a playwright, Stevens has had the opportunity to work with various theater companies and venues, including the 13th Street Theater, Quaigh Theater, and Soho Playhouse.
A Brief Background on Stevens
Ron Scott Stevens has had a long and varied career in sports, particularly in boxing. As a noted boxing matchmaker, Stevens has worked with legendary promoters such as Cedric Kushner. He has also held various positions within the sport, including ring announcer, boxing magazine writer and editor, and radio announcer. •
- Key Positions Held
- Noted boxing matchmaker for years
- Ring announcer
- Boxing magazine writer and editor
- Radio announcer
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| Years Served | Position |
| 2003-2008 | High-profile boxing commissioner in New York State |
| Present | Licensed boxing judge in California and New York |
Stevens’ Background in Boxing
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- Stevens made fights for himself and Kushner featuring world-class boxers such as Shane Mosley, Miguel Cotto, and Vladimir Klitschok.
- As a high-profile boxing commissioner, Stevens oversaw fights like Miguel Cotto-Shane Mosley, Felix Trinidad-Ricardo Mayorga, and John Ruiz-Andrew Golata.
- During his tenure, the number of events increased from 17 to 40, showcasing Stevens’ impact on the sport.
“I wanted to write screenplays and Southern California seemed like the best place to do it,” Stevens explained. “Plus, at least part-time, I’ve always lived near the ocean. And I’m extremely fortunate to be able to do that here.”
“Red, Green & Yellow” on Amazon
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- The screenplay is set in 1992 in New York City and revolves around taxi driver Nick Castle, who becomes entangled in a world of crime and corruption.
- The story explores themes of cocaine, art, and the occult, making it a gripping and thought-provoking tale.
- “Red, Green & Yellow” is available for purchase on Amazon in paperback for $9.99 and as a Kindle book for $2.00.
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For more details and to purchase, visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F7RMJY8C/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0
Upcoming Projects
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- “Eyes Closed” is another of Stevens’ screenplays, set to be available on Amazon later this summer.
- Two sequels to “Red, Green and Yellow” – “In the Heart of Brooklyn” and “The Monkey Queen” – will also be available on Amazon later this summer.
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