Photography: Leslie Hassler
Benjamin Russell was born and raised in Brookline, MA. After graduating from Columbia University with a B.A. in Theatre, Benjamin has performed at respected theater companies in New York City as well as in the regions. Benjamin has performed with many companies including Bedlam Theater Company, Metropolitan Playhouse and Axis Theater Company. The Axis production of "The Groundling" which Benjamin Russell premiered in is currently available through Dramatist Play Services.
"Russell is a gem. As the dim-witted, sometimes stoned Pete, Russell layers on the doofiness with subtle expressions of befuddlement and impeccable timing..."
-Pete Hempstead, TheaterMania
"Benjamin Russell has the unhappy task of playing an actor, an amateur, and he is convincing."
-Kathleen Campion, Front Row Center