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Ben-Jamin Newham is a performing artist, choreographer, writer, producer, comedian and renowned Commedia dell’ arte performer.

He was born is Sydney, Australia on June 21st 1990 and since the age of 32 has served as the Artistic Director of Australia’s National Commedia dell’arte troupe ‘Fools In Progress Theatre Company’.

He trained at the Mcdonald College Of Performing Arts, Brent St Studios and in Italy with Antonio Fava who gave him the nickname ‘The Zanni Virtuoso’.

He has appeared in various Film, television and theatre productions and is regarded as one of the greatest Commedia dell’arte performers of our time. Due to his versatility, physicality and wit.