TESTIMONIALS FOR NMAL FROM LEADING SANTA FE ARTISTS AND ARTS SUPPORTERS

STUART ASHMAN:

The New Mexico Actors Lab (NMAL) under the leadership of Robert Benedetti brings world class theater to Santa Fe. Dozens of professional level actors and directors are given the opportunity to express themselves in the theater with classical and original pieces. Their work is truly a gift for the people of our state.

BOB BALZER:

The Actors Lab produces the finest dramatic plays -- on a par with the best in New York and London. Their productions are entertaining, educational, engaging, and affordable. Plus, there’s not a bad seat in the house! We are so lucky to have Actors Lab in Santa Fe, and hopefully for many years to come.

BARBARA AND DONALD BURNETT:

The New Mexico Actors Lab is a company of dedicated theatre artists, who have produced consistently professional work on every level, from the actors, directors, designers to the backstage artists.  Under the thoughtful direction of Robert Benedetti and Nicholas Ballas, NMAL has created a synergy with their audience that is a true rarity in this day and age.  We are fortunate to have such a splendid theater in our Santa Fe community.  

MICHAEL GROSS:

Santa Fe, New Mexico is known for its opera and other spectacular venues, but one of its hidden gems is the modest but vibrant New Mexico Actors Lab, where a dedicated group of actors present a variety of plays in an intimate setting where provocative ideas—rather than lavish productions—are the focus of their work.  it is an irresistible local treasure.

BRUCE LARSEN:

NMAL has, over its history in Santa Fe, presented theater of the highest quality. Beny’s insistence on plays that showcased the acting of so many local favorites pleased audiences and garnered rave reviews. In spite of the many challenges presented by the external environment, NMAL delivered and prospered. I have been impressed by the way NMAL has collaborated with other organizations to make the space available for their own uses. NMAL has been a team player to promote theater more broadly in Santa Fe.

PATSY PHILLIPS (CHEROKEE):

Founded in 2014 by Dr. Robert Benedetti and a group of fellow actors, New Mexico Actors Lab is the best theatre company in New Mexico. Before Actor’s Lab, I rarely attended plays in Santa Fe, and when I did, they were frequently not satisfying. Since NMAL’s founding, I have purchased season tickets annually. Every season, my partner and I look forward to attending the high-quality, thought-provoking, and poignant plays produced…. I strongly believe that New Mexico Actors Lab is an investment worth supporting.