Paul Russell; director

Paul Russell; author, director, casting director

PAUL Russell began directing at seventeen when he formed Stage Right Productions, New Jersey's first, all adolescent theatrical company. Nearly three decades later he continues his passion for presenting story through performance.

"For the past several years, Barter Theatre has had the privilege of working closely with Paul from large musicals to intimate second-stage plays. It is without hesitation that I can recommend Paul as an experienced and dedicated professional who has consistently provided excellent services to our historic organization." --richard rose producing artistic director Barter Theatre
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A member of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers, Paul has had the fortune of directing both premieres and established works. Most recent being his unique staging of Oliver in the Blitz of 1941 and The Scarlet Pimpernel both at the historic Barter Theatre. With original works he has staged in New York the comedies Humility, Confession and The Almost True and Truly Remarkable Adventures of Israel Potter, American Patriot. The latter play by Joe Bravaco and Larry Rosler based on a novel by Herman Melville.

Other directing credits include: The Heiress, The Sunshine Boys, The Rocky Horror Show, Phantom, Once Upon A Mattress, Footloose, Guys and Dolls and his revolutionary staging of Evita placed in the setting of a crumbling Argentine Pampas cantina. Among his upcoming projects is Bat Boy - The Musical for the Barter Theatre's 75th Anniversary Season.

To the right are links to a sampling of recent productions for which Paul has served as director. A full resume is available upon request.

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"Humorous, witty... positive and honest commentary of what it truly means to be an actor."
-- Bernie Telsey, Casting Director
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