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Reuven Russell

371 Brook Ave.

Passaic, NJ  07055

rrussell@yu.edu

 

 

 

Personal Profile 

  • Actor, Director, Comedian and Teacher
  • Professor of Speech and Drama - Stern College – 2006-present
  • Artistic Director, Stern College Dramatic Society – 2006-present

 

Education & Training 

  • Yale School of Drama, MFA - Acting - 1989
  • Carnegie-Mellon University, BA - Acting - 1983
  • British American Drama Academy - 1985
  • Stella Adler Acting Conservatory – 1984-1986
  • Michael Moriarty – Acting – 1984-1986

 

Professional Experience 

  • Off-Broadway - The Quarrel at the Daryl Roth Theatre, NYC
  • Extensive theatrical background performing and directing in theater, television and film (see attached theatrical resume)
  • Theater Producer – Produced and directed more than 25 full scale theatrical productions including Gathering the Sparks, The Quarrel, The Caine Mutiny Court Martial
  • Financial Planner – Analyze business and individual portfolios; implement strategies to maximize financial efficiency. Series 6 & 63 licenses
  • English teacher – Cheder Lubavitch, Los Angeles
  • Operations Manager, Costume Bazaar, Inc. – Managed the largest theatrical supply house in New England. Responsibilities included sales, display, billing, payroll and human resources.

 

Special Skills 

  • Stand-up comedian, Public Speaking, Clown, Magician & Master Balloon Sculptor
  • Speak Hebrew, Yiddish and most dialects

 

Awards 

  • Professor of the Year – 2009 – Stern College