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Benjamin Tissell

Actor •

Based in Portland, OR, Ben performs on stage and screen throughout the Northwest and beyond. He has worked recently for such theatre companies as Portland Center Stage at the Armory, Third Rail Repertory, Portland Playhouse, Broadway Rose Theatre and many others. He has done print, film and voiceover work for LG, Amazon, Portland Center Stage, and others. Ben is a member of the Actor’s Equity Association and is represented by Mitchell Artist Management.

Performing In:


“A Christmas Carol” – Portland Playhouse

Musician •

Best known for his original singer-songwriter music, Ben is also a classically trained singer and musician, performing everything from folk to opera to jazz to pop. Ben has written and recorded two full-length albums and five EPs, all available on iTunes and Spotify. He can often be found playing live concerts in various coffee shops, pubs and cafes.

Director •

Ben has written and directed for such companies as Portland Playhouse, Lakewood Theatre, Northwest Children’s Theatre, Valley Repertory Theatre and many others. He has won various awards for his scripts and direction, including a grant from the Yamhill County Cultural Commission for directing and composing the original musical “O Little Town” in 2014.

Next Up

“Oliver!” – George Fox University