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BIO

Ben is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut in The Nap. He will soon be seen in Xavier Dolan's feature film The Death and Life of John F. Donovan opposite Natalie Portman. Recent film credits include Jose Padilha's 7 Days in Entebbe, Andrew Neel's Goat, Lone Scherfig's The Riot Club, Brian Percival's The Book Thief and Matthew Warchus' Pride, which was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Picture, Musical or Comedy, in 2015. Schnetzer made his New York stage debut in the play Stick and Bones by David Rabe at The New Group.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2022
Eli

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Original Broadway Production, 2018
Dylan Spokes


Movies

Ben's Plan
[ 2007 ] Ben Stephens
The Book Thief
[ 2013 ] Max Vandenburg
The Riot Club
[ 2014 ] Dimitri
Pride
[ 2014 ] Mark Ashton
Goat
[ 2016 ] Brad
The Journey Is the Destination
[ 2016 ] Dan Eldon
Snowden
[ 2016 ] Gabriel Sol
Warcraft
[ 2016 ] Khadgar
Punk's Dead: SLC Punk 2
[ 2016 ] Ross
Saint Judy
[ 2018 ] Parker
The Death & Life of John F. Donovan
[ 2018 ] Rupert Turner 21 Y.O.
The Grizzlies
[ 2018 ] Russ Sheppard
7 Days in Entebbe
[ 2018 ] Zeev Hirsch
The Giant
[ 2019 ] Joe

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News


Standing Ovations Live and Broadway Utica Will Present TWISTER Screening and Live Conversation with Helen Hunt

Join Helen Hunt for a special screening of TWISTER at the Broadway Theatre League of Utica on October 30, 2024. Enjoy an evening of cinematic excitement and behind-the-scenes insights.
Review Roundup: EUREKA DAY, Starring Helen Hunt

The Old Vic and Sonia Friedman Productions just celebrated opening night of Eureka Day, the European premiere production of Jonathan Spector's multi award-winning play at The Old Vic, directed by Katy Rudd (The Ocean at the End of the Lane, Camp Siegfried).
Review: EUREKA DAY, Old Vic

Jonathan Spector’s much-anticipated comedy Eureka Day starring Helen Hunt explores how a group of people with the same overt goals can diverge so wildly in their approaches to meeting them. By making its lead an opponent of vaccination, though, it treads a dangerous path.
Photos: First Look at Helen Hunt in EUREKA DAY

The Old Vic and Sonia Friedman Productions have released a first look at Eureka Day, the European premiere production of Jonathan Spector’s multi award-winning play at The Old Vic, directed by Katy Rudd (The Ocean at the End of the Lane, Camp Siegfried). 
Cast Announced To Join Helen Hunt in EUREKA DAY at the Old Vic

The Old Vic and Sonia Friedman Productions have announced the cast and creative team for Jonathan Spector's multi award-winning Eureka Day, which has its European premiere at The Old Vic this September, directed by Katy Rudd (The Ocean at the End of the Lane, Camp Siegfried).
Hulu Unveils Details of Upcoming Originals, Including Steve Martin & Martin Short Comedy

Today during the Hulu 2020 Newfront presentation, a?oeGreen Is Good,a?? the company showcased the premium content, industry-leading insights, viewer-first advertising products and new creative opportunities that make Hulu, now part of Disney Advertising Sales, the most valuable streaming TV partner to today's biggest brands. 
Ben Schnetzer Joins Y: THE LAST MAN on FX

Variety reports that Broadway actor Ben Schnetzer will join the cast of 'Y: The Last Man' on FX. The actor, who made his Broadway debut in 'The Nap,' will play Yorick Brown.
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer For THE DEATH & LIFE OF JOHN F. DONOVAN

The official trailer has been released for The Death & Life of John F. Donovan.
First Look at THE GIANT, Coming-Of-Age Thriller That Premiered Yesterday

Ahead of today's world premiere at the Scotiabank Theatre, director David Raboy has released a first look clip and photo from his debut film, the coming-of-age thriller 'The Giant.'  Rising Australian actress Odessa Young (A Million Little Pieces) headlines the cast as Charlotte, a teenager whose small-town life is changed forever when a series of murders begin on the same night that her missing boyfriend suddenly reappears.  She is joined by Ben Schnetzer (Pride), Jack Kilmer (The Nice Guys) and Madelyn Cline (Boy Erased).  UTA is handling domestic sales at the Toronto International Film Festival.
FX Lands Stellar Ensemble Cast for the Drama Series Pilot GONE HOLLYWOOD, Including John Magaro and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

FX today announced the cast that will star in the pilot for Gone Hollywood. Set in 1980, Gone Hollywood centers on a group of talent agents who defect from an old-guard percentery to found their own, which skyrockets to industry dominance, disrupting the business and changing movies forever. The show will mix its fictional protagonists with real-life entertainment figures and events.
VIDEO: Michelle Monaghan & Common Star in the Trailer for SAINT JUDY

Blue Fox Entertainment has released the trailer for SAINT JUDY, directed by Sean Hanish and starring Michelle Monaghan and Common.
BWW Flashback: THE NAP Takes Its Final Shot on Broadway Today!

Manhattan Theatre Club's American premiere of The Nap, written by Olivier Award nominee Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan (Lillian Hellman's The Little Foxes; Rabbit Hole; Proof) says farewell to Broadway today, November 11th.
John Green Announces Leads for Hulu's LOOKING FOR ALASKA

As announced by John Green via twitter, Hulu is excited to confirm that our leads for Looking for Alaska have been cast. Kristine Froseth and Charlie Plummer have been cast as the leads of Hulu's upcoming 8-episode limited series, 'Looking for Alaska,' based on bestselling John Green novel from Paramount Television and Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage's Fake Empire.
Final Two Weeks To See Manhattan Theatre Club's THE NAP on Broadway

Manhattan Theatre Club's American premiere of The Nap, written by Olivier Award nominee Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan (Lillian Hellman's The Little Foxes; Rabbit Hole; Proof) is playing its final two weeks of performances. The play must close on Sunday, November 11th at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).
BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Draws the Stage - THE NAP

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Below, check out his latest illustration, featuring Max Gordon Moore, Ben Schnetzer, Johanna Day, John Ellison Conlee, and Alexandra Billings in The Nap.
MTC Will Hold 'Trans Visibility In The Theatre' Panel, Following Performance of THE NAP

Manhattan Theatre Club will "Trans Visibility in the Theatre," a panel directly following the Sunday, November 4th matinee of The Nap. Come to an open discussion about increasing trans presence in the theatre, with panelists including Alexandra Billings (The Nap, "Transparent"), Kate Bornstein (Straight White Men, "I Am Cait"), Will Davis (India Pale Ale, Men On Boats), Alexa Fogel ("Pose" Casting Director), Bianca Leigh (The Nap, Transamerica), and Marquise Vilson (Charm). They will discuss how the arts industry can sustain and further the current push for greater trans presence and representation.
Go Behind The Scenes with THE NAP's Alexandra Billings's Instagram Takeover Recap!

BroadwayWorld has an inside look at The Nap as Alexandra Billings took over the BWW Instagram this past Thursday, and gave followers a behind the scenes look at the Opening Night of The Nap! Billings is currently starring as 'Waxy Bush' in her Broadway debut. Enjoy a recap of her takeover below.
VIDEO: Stars Turn Out to Help BC/EFA Raise Over $900,000 at the 2018 Broadway Flea Market

Broadway's most sensational onstage and offstage stars, passionate fans, avid collectors and animated bidders celebrated the biggest day for Broadway fans on Sunday, September 30, 2018, as the 32nd Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction raised $906,825 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Photo Coverage: All The Stars Come Out For The 2018 Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction

Yesterday, September 30, the heart of NYC's theatre district housed what fans like to call 'Broadway Christmas,' otherwise known as the 32nd Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Miss the big day or just want to relive it? BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check out all of the photos below!
Who Knows What You'll Find! A Guide to the 2018 Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction

The heart of NYC's theatre district will be filled with Broadway stars, fans and unmissable theatrical treasures this Sunday, September 30, 2018, for the 32nd Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ben Schnetzer been in?

Ben Schnetzer has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Ben Schnetzer been in?

Ben Schnetzer has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Ben Schnetzer's first West End show?

Ben Schnetzer's first West End show was Eureka Day which opened in 2022

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