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Born: 1950 Epping, England
Lives and works in Los Angeles, California
Education:
The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London
Performances:
Worked in English repertory theatre, London's West End and film and television.
Highlights include the Laurence Olivier version of "King Lear" for Granada Television and the title role in "Jack the Ripper" in the West End.
In Los Angeles has worked in television (various guest star roles), theatre (including the acclaimed "The Man Himself") and has done voice work in well over 100 films and television shows.
Is the Director of The Harry Bridges Project.
Wrote, and has performed his one-man play, "From Wharf Rats to Lords of the Docks" over 200 times to about 50,000 people
Starred in the film version that aired nationwide on PBS in 2009 and 2010, available to 150 million Americans
Has written three other plays, produced 2 radio documentaries and 3 film documentaries
Selected Quotes:
"Harry Bridges is one of the most important labor leaders of the 20th century, and Ian Ruskin, in his one-man show, has captured him -- his persona, his ideas -- brilliantly."
—Howard Zinn, Historian, Playwright and Social Activist
"I wholeheartedly recommend this play to all trade unionists whether you are a seasoned organizer or just joined your first union."
—Richard Trumka, President, AFL - CIO
"Thank you for bringing your wonderful, riveting and highly entertaining performance to Harvard Law School for the 65th Anniversary of our Trade Union Program. It was the absolute highlight of our conference..."
—Elaine Bernard, Executive Director, Labor and Worklife Program, Harvard Law School
Artist's website:
theharrybridgesproject.org
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