Ben Shenkman
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Ben Shenkman:
Brandon Victor Dixon, Erich Bergen, Rachel Dratch & More to Join SAY's 10th Annual Paul Rudd Celebrity Bowling Benefit (Jan 3, 2024)
Alex Brightman, Kelli O'Hara, Daphne Rubin-Vega & More to Take Part in Paul Rudd's 9th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit (Sep 20, 2022)
Marin Ireland, Katie Finneran & Ben Shenkman Join OUR TOWN Staged Reading at the John W. Engeman Theater (Aug 17, 2022)
Brandon Victor Dixon, Erich Bergen, Rachel Dratch & More to Join SAY's 10th Annual Paul Rudd Celebrity Bowling Benefit (Jan 3, 2024)
Alex Brightman, Kelli O'Hara, Daphne Rubin-Vega & More to Take Part in Paul Rudd's 9th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit (Sep 20, 2022)
Marin Ireland, Katie Finneran & Ben Shenkman Join OUR TOWN Staged Reading at the John W. Engeman Theater (Aug 17, 2022)
BIO
Broadway credits include Sight Unseen, Proof (Tony Award nomination), and The Deep Blue Sea. He is known to TV audiences as Louis Ironson in the miniseries “Angels in America†(Golden Globe and Emmy Award nominations), and as Dr. Jeremiah Sacani on USA Network’s “Royal Pains.†He has also had regular roles on “The Paul Reiser Show†and “Canterbury's Law,†and recurring roles on “Lights Out,†“Damages,†“Burn Notice,†“Grey’s Anatomy,†and the upcoming HBO miniseries “Crime.†Film appearances include Blue Valentine, Solitary Man, Then She Found Me, Just Like Heaven, Must Love Dogs, Roger Dodger, Personal Velocity, Jesus' Son, Requiem for a Dream, and Pi.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Quiz Show
[ 1994 ] Childress
[ 1994 ] Childress
Eraser
[ 1996 ] Reporter #1
[ 1996 ] Reporter #1
Camp Stories
[ 1996 ] Yehudah
[ 1996 ] Yehudah
The Siege
[ 1998 ] Kaplan, INS
[ 1998 ] Kaplan, INS
Pi
[ 1998 ] Lenny Meyer
[ 1998 ] Lenny Meyer
30 Days
[ 1999 ] Jordan Trainer
[ 1999 ] Jordan Trainer
Jesus' Son
[ 1999 ] Tom
[ 1999 ] Tom
Thick as Thieves
[ 1999 ] Veterinarian
[ 1999 ] Veterinarian
Joe Gould's Secret
[ 2000 ] David
[ 2000 ] David
Requiem for a Dream
[ 2000 ] Dr. Spencer
[ 2000 ] Dr. Spencer
Chasing Sleep
[ 2000 ] Officer Stewart
[ 2000 ] Officer Stewart
Table One
[ 2000 ] Scott
[ 2000 ] Scott
Roger Dodger
[ 2002 ] Donovan
[ 2002 ] Donovan
Personal Velocity
[ 2002 ] Max
[ 2002 ] Max
People I Know
[ 2002 ] Radio Announcer
[ 2002 ] Radio Announcer
Just Like Heaven
[ 2005 ] Brett
[ 2005 ] Brett
Must Love Dogs
[ 2005 ] Charlie
[ 2005 ] Charlie
Americanese
[ 2006 ] Steve
[ 2006 ] Steve
Then She Found Me
[ 2007 ] Freddy
[ 2007 ] Freddy
Breakfast with Scot
[ 2007 ] Sam
[ 2007 ] Sam
Solitary Man
[ 2009 ] Peter Hartofili
[ 2009 ] Peter Hartofili
Brief Interviews with Hideous Men
[ 2009 ] Subject #14
[ 2009 ] Subject #14
Blue Valentine
[ 2010 ] Dr. Feinberg
[ 2010 ] Dr. Feinberg
The Key Man
[ 2011 ] Martin
[ 2011 ] Martin
Concussion
[ 2013 ] Graham Bennet
[ 2013 ] Graham Bennet
Breathe In
[ 2013 ] Sheldon
[ 2013 ] Sheldon
The Trial of the Chicago 7
[ 2020 ] Leonard Weingls
[ 2020 ] Leonard Weingls
Forty Winks
[ 2022 ] Daryl Camacho
[ 2022 ] Daryl Camacho
TV Shows
Billions
Ira, Ira Schirmer, Ira Shirmer
Ira, Ira Schirmer, Ira Shirmer
Ed
Frank Carr, Andy Bednarik
Frank Carr, Andy Bednarik
FBI
Assistant Director In Charge Reynolds
Assistant Director In Charge Reynolds
For The People
Roger Gunn
Roger Gunn
Law & Order
Nick Margolis, Mark Ferris
Nick Margolis, Mark Ferris
Royal Pains
Jeremiah Sacani
Jeremiah Sacani
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Ben Shenkman, Proof
Videos
VIDEO: On This Day, March 5- Larry David's FISH IN THE DARK Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2019
TV: FISH IN THE DARK Montage! Jason Alexander Returns to Broadway in Larry David's Comedy Play
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jun 16, 2015
TV: Jason Alexander Surprises Larry David Onstage at FISH IN THE DARK
by Robert Diamond - Jun 5, 2015
TV: FISH IN THE DARK Finds Its New Larry David! Jason Alexander Begins Rehearsals!
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2015
TV: Watch Highlights of Larry David & More in FISH IN THE DARK on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2015
News
Brandon Victor Dixon, Erich Bergen, Rachel Dratch & More to Join SAY's 10th Annual Paul Rudd Celebrity Bowling Benefit
SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young ’s Paul Rudd’s 10 th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit will be held on Monday, January 22, 2024 at 7:00pm at Frames Bowling Lounge in New York, NY .
SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young ’s Paul Rudd’s 10 th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit will be held on Monday, January 22, 2024 at 7:00pm at Frames Bowling Lounge in New York, NY .
Alex Brightman, Kelli O'Hara, Daphne Rubin-Vega & More to Take Part in Paul Rudd's 9th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit
SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young has announced that Paul Rudd’s 9th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022 at 7:00pm. The event, which raises funds in support of SAY’s life-changing programming for young people who stutter, will take place at Bowlero Chelsea Piers in New York City.
SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young has announced that Paul Rudd’s 9th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022 at 7:00pm. The event, which raises funds in support of SAY’s life-changing programming for young people who stutter, will take place at Bowlero Chelsea Piers in New York City.
Marin Ireland, Katie Finneran & Ben Shenkman Join OUR TOWN Staged Reading at the John W. Engeman Theater
Previously announced Broadway and Hollywood stars Edie Falco and Chris Messina will be joined by fellow stars Marin Ireland, Katie Finneran, and Ben Shenkman for a staged reading of Thornton Wilder's classic American play Our Town at the John W. Engeman Theater at Northport on Sunday, September 4, 2022, at 7:00 pm.
Previously announced Broadway and Hollywood stars Edie Falco and Chris Messina will be joined by fellow stars Marin Ireland, Katie Finneran, and Ben Shenkman for a staged reading of Thornton Wilder's classic American play Our Town at the John W. Engeman Theater at Northport on Sunday, September 4, 2022, at 7:00 pm.
Danny Burstein Joins William Atticus Parker's Debut Film FORTY WINKS
Tony winner Danny Burstein, Susan Sarandon, Justin Marcel McManus, John Turturro, Carmen Ejogo, Hart Bochner, Ben Shenkman, Leon Addison Brown, and Dan Finnerty all appear in a tale about a hypnotist blackmailed into becoming a hitman. Parker is an 18-Year Old Writer, Director, Actor, and Producer.
Tony winner Danny Burstein, Susan Sarandon, Justin Marcel McManus, John Turturro, Carmen Ejogo, Hart Bochner, Ben Shenkman, Leon Addison Brown, and Dan Finnerty all appear in a tale about a hypnotist blackmailed into becoming a hitman. Parker is an 18-Year Old Writer, Director, Actor, and Producer.
Photos: BIRTHDAY CANDLES Opening Night Red Carpet
Just last night, Roundabout Theatre Company New York premiere of Birthday Candles by Noah Haidle, starring Emmy Award winner Debra Messing, directed by Vivienne Benesch, celebrated opening night and BroadwayWorld was there to capture pictures.
Just last night, Roundabout Theatre Company New York premiere of Birthday Candles by Noah Haidle, starring Emmy Award winner Debra Messing, directed by Vivienne Benesch, celebrated opening night and BroadwayWorld was there to capture pictures.
Lena Hall, Blair Brown, Ben Feldman and More to Star in Livestreamed Works by Zakiyyah Alexander, Mando Alvarado & Others
On Saturday, May 22nd at 7:00pm EST, Play-PerView will live stream AYA or Dear Lover by Fernanda Coppel (King Liz, “How To Get Away With Murder”). Directed by Estefania Fadul, this production will feature Raul Castillo (“Looking,” “Atypical”), Tina Huang (“Rizzoli & Isles,” “Arrow”), and Roxana Ortega (“The Casagrandes,” “American Vandal”).
On Saturday, May 22nd at 7:00pm EST, Play-PerView will live stream AYA or Dear Lover by Fernanda Coppel (King Liz, “How To Get Away With Murder”). Directed by Estefania Fadul, this production will feature Raul Castillo (“Looking,” “Atypical”), Tina Huang (“Rizzoli & Isles,” “Arrow”), and Roxana Ortega (“The Casagrandes,” “American Vandal”).
Marc Kudisch, Jessica Hecht, LaTanya Richardson and More to Star in Virtual Reading of SQUEAKY
The production, which will premiere on Guild Hall's YouTube channel on Sunday, March 28 at 7:30pm EST, is directed by Bob Balaban and features a multi-award-winning cast including Jessica Hecht, Marc Kudisch, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Ben Shenkman, and Harris Yulin.
The production, which will premiere on Guild Hall's YouTube channel on Sunday, March 28 at 7:30pm EST, is directed by Bob Balaban and features a multi-award-winning cast including Jessica Hecht, Marc Kudisch, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Ben Shenkman, and Harris Yulin.
VIDEO: On This Day, March 5- Larry David's FISH IN THE DARK Opens On Broadway
On this day in 2015, Fish In the Dark, a new comedy by Seinfeld creator Larry David, celebrated its opening night on Broadway.
On this day in 2015, Fish In the Dark, a new comedy by Seinfeld creator Larry David, celebrated its opening night on Broadway.
Alex Brightman, Michael Cerveris & More Helped THE 24 HOUR PLAYS: VIRAL MONOLOGUES Mark Milestone Edition
Last night, The 24 Hour Plays: Viral Monologues celebrated its landmark tenth edition. In the biggest round yet, 28 actors were paired with the industry's top writers, who created new pieces just for them in only 24 hours. From 6 PM on, the new monologues were published, one every 15 minutes.
Last night, The 24 Hour Plays: Viral Monologues celebrated its landmark tenth edition. In the biggest round yet, 28 actors were paired with the industry's top writers, who created new pieces just for them in only 24 hours. From 6 PM on, the new monologues were published, one every 15 minutes.
Michael Cerveris, Alex Brightman, Solea Pfeiffer, and More Join Tenth Edition Of THE 24 HOUR PLAYS: VIRAL MONOLOGUES
Tonight, The 24 Hour Plays: Viral Monologues celebrates its milestone tenth edition.
Tonight, The 24 Hour Plays: Viral Monologues celebrates its milestone tenth edition.
Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet of MY NAME IS LUCY BARTON
My Name is Lucy Barton opened just last night, Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!
My Name is Lucy Barton opened just last night, Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!
VIDEO: On This Day, March 5- Larry David's FISH IN THE DARK Opens On Broadway
On this day in 2015, Fish In the Dark, a new comedy by Seinfeld creator Larry David, celebrated its opening night on Broadway.
On this day in 2015, Fish In the Dark, a new comedy by Seinfeld creator Larry David, celebrated its opening night on Broadway.
Photo Flash: The Workmen's Circle Honors Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-Winning Playwright and Screenwriter Tony Kushner
The Workmen's Circle presented activist and playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, with its Activism and Jewish Culture Award at the organization's annual Winter Benefit-Setting the Stage for Change-on Monday, December 10, 2018.
The Workmen's Circle presented activist and playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, with its Activism and Jewish Culture Award at the organization's annual Winter Benefit-Setting the Stage for Change-on Monday, December 10, 2018.
Workmen's Circle Benefit Will Honor Tony Kushner
On December 10, The Workmen's Circle will present activist and playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, with its Activism and Jewish Culture Award at the organization's annual Winter Benefit-Setting the Stage for Change-at The Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street.
On December 10, The Workmen's Circle will present activist and playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, with its Activism and Jewish Culture Award at the organization's annual Winter Benefit-Setting the Stage for Change-at The Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street.
Nathan Lane, Oskar Eustis, Marcia Gay Harden, Jeffrey Wright, More To Serve On Benefit Committee
The Workmen's Circle today announced the Benefit and Host Committees for the organization's annual Winter Benefit-Setting the Stage for Change-honoring activist and playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, on December 10, 2018, in Manhattan.
The Workmen's Circle today announced the Benefit and Host Committees for the organization's annual Winter Benefit-Setting the Stage for Change-honoring activist and playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, on December 10, 2018, in Manhattan.
Tony Kushner To Be Honored By Workmen's Circle
The Workmen's Circle will present activist and widely acclaimed playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, with the Activism and Jewish Culture Award at the organization's 2018 Winter Benefit on December 10, 2018 in Manhattan.
The Workmen's Circle will present activist and widely acclaimed playwright Tony Kushner, best known for his play Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes, with the Activism and Jewish Culture Award at the organization's 2018 Winter Benefit on December 10, 2018 in Manhattan.
ABC Renews HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER, STATION 19, FOR THE PEOPLE
According to Variety, ABC has renewed the Viola Davis drama How to Get Away with Murder for a fifth season.
According to Variety, ABC has renewed the Viola Davis drama How to Get Away with Murder for a fifth season.
Photo Coverage: American Associates of The National Theatre Host Gala Celebrating ANGELS IN AMERICA
The National Theatre and the American Associates of the National Theatre hosted an exclusive fundraising gala to celebrate the arrival of the National Theatre's acclaimed production of Angels in America, A Gay Fantasia on National Themes on Broadway on Sunday, March 11.
The National Theatre and the American Associates of the National Theatre hosted an exclusive fundraising gala to celebrate the arrival of the National Theatre's acclaimed production of Angels in America, A Gay Fantasia on National Themes on Broadway on Sunday, March 11.
Photo Coverage: Let's Bowl! Friends of Second Stage Theatre Gather for the 2018 Bowling Classic
Just last night, Second Stage Theater celebrated its annual All-Star Bowling Classic on Monday, February 12th. For over 30 years, stars of stage and screen have come out to bowl in support of Second Stage's award-winning seasons and to assist the theatre in its fund-raising efforts.
Just last night, Second Stage Theater celebrated its annual All-Star Bowling Classic on Monday, February 12th. For over 30 years, stars of stage and screen have come out to bowl in support of Second Stage's award-winning seasons and to assist the theatre in its fund-raising efforts.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ben Shenkman been in?
Ben Shenkman has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Ben Shenkman been in?
Ben Shenkman has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Ben Shenkman been nominated for?
and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Proof.
Videos