Jack Axelrod(1930-2023)
- Actor
Jack began his acting studies while majoring in architecture at
University of California Berkley. Eventually licensed as an architect
in the state of Washington, his life's direction took an abrupt and
drastic turn when he began 6 years of study with Uta Hagen at HB
Studios in New York City. While working in architectural offices after
graduation, he continued to pursue an acting career in various theaters
and states. Landing roles in a Broadway show and major motion picture
(Bananas) permanently cemented his course as an actor. He has worked
onstage on Broadway and off-Broadway, and in theaters from Maine to San
Diego. He has numerous credits on film and in television. Highlights in
the latter include 3 years on General Hospital along with numerous
sitcoms and dramas including Grey's Anatomy and My Name is Earl.
He has served on the theater faculties of: Universities of Wisconsin, Michigan, Boston University, Penn State, Temple University, CalState Northridge & Bakersfield, Cal Arts and Brandeis University. Currently (12/09) you can find him guest teaching at Aaron Speiser Acting Studio in Los Angeles.
Now, at the age of 80, he continues the search.
He has served on the theater faculties of: Universities of Wisconsin, Michigan, Boston University, Penn State, Temple University, CalState Northridge & Bakersfield, Cal Arts and Brandeis University. Currently (12/09) you can find him guest teaching at Aaron Speiser Acting Studio in Los Angeles.
Now, at the age of 80, he continues the search.
