Benton Jennings

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT BENTON JENNINGS

Benton is the standout - the best theatrical performance I\'ve seen all year. An endlessly versatile performer. I\'ve seen him bring down the house in sketch comedy & break an audience\'s heart in his wrenching dramatic role as a German conductor accused of collaborating with the Nazis. I\'m beginning to think there\'s not much he can\'t do. He\'s a great great actor\"~Frank Thompson author, screenwriter, producer “Benton was in our pilot & he\'s one of the funniest & most professional actors we\'ve ever worked with. When it goes he is onboard for the long run”~Dave & Tom comedy series SAFETY GEEKS:SVI DEATH & THE MAIDEN- “Benton’s portrayal of Dr. Miranda was outstanding, intelligently shifting the character in & out of the shadows between the terrified & confused victim & the evil doctor deftly keeping the audience guessing”~Margie R, Goldstar “Benton in Taking Sides - an amazing performance. We were absolutely blown away. A major theatrical treat! Benton was incredible”~Joan Messinger Talent Agent TAKING SIDES-“gut-wrenching performances by an extraordinary cast. Jennings gives a multi-layered portrayal of the great conductor 1st appearing as a dignified & proud figure & at the end in a tremendously moving speech has a complete emotional breakdown of his character in a stunning unforgettable performance”~Beth Temkin reviewer “Every time I see Benton perform I am more in awe. Not only do I admire his acting skills his interpretations are thoughtful & thought provoking”~Alison Mize, Casting Director AN AMERICAN CAROL- “a \"Kumbaya\" singing Hitler (Benton Jennings) send-up are highlights”~Gary Goldstein LA Times REQUIEM FOR A HEAVYWEIGHT- “The boxer is ruled unfit for the ring by a stadium doctor - an excellent Benton Jennings”~Amy Bowker reviewer HELLCAB- “Jennings shows tremendous range as he moves in & out of the cab alternating among characters that are weird, threatening, buffoonish or Middle America”~Jim Crogan reviewer Specialties: DIALECTS: All British regions, Scottish, Irish, Australian, all European, Russian, India, all American regions. SKILLS: Improv, Vocal Characterizations, Fencing, Stage Combat, Fight Director, Firearms, Fast Draw, Archery, Canoe, Taekwondo (green belt), Horseback (western). Snow Ski (g/b), Regency & Victorian Ballroom Dance, Historical Advisor & Consultant. Claim to Infamy: Father Appeared in “Manos:The Hands Of Fate”.