Ben Shenkman

One of Ben's biggest roles was in Angels in America, which is an adaptation of Tony Kushner's hit play of the same name. This was the second time Ben was part of this production, the first time was whilst he was attending New York University.

Ben has co-stared in productions with Mary-Louise Parker twice.

Aside from performing in the Broadway production of Proof Ben has also performed in other Broadway and off Broadway shows like: The Deep Blue Sea, Baby Anger and Antony and Cleopatra.

Ben was also nominated for an Emmy for his role in the mini-series Angels in America.

Ben starred in the movie Breakfast with Scot, a gay themed Canadian film. This movie may history, being the first time major Canadian hockey teams allowed their facilities to be used for a gay film.

Ben was nominated for a Golden Globe for his 2003 performance in Angels in America.

His first leading role in a movie was five years after his career began, in the movie 30 Days.

Over Ben's 15 year career, he has appeared in over 20 movies.

While at New York University Ben participated in student theatre.

In 2001, Ben was nominated for a 'Best Actor' Tony Award for his role in Proof.

His height is 191cm (6'3")

Ben attended both Brown University and New York University.

Ben has been cast in ABC's pilot for the 2006 season called 20 Questions.