Barbara Attell
Representation
The Arrowheart Talent Agency — Film and Television — Ian Curbishley, (310) 426-8889, ian@arrowheartagency.com
The Tangerine Agency — Commercials — Mindy Sheri, 818.825.3920, mindy@tangerinetalent.com
About Me
I am a well-seasoned, quirky (yet professional) actor with much life experience as well as in film, tv, commercial and theatrical. I see myself as the comedic -kooky grandma/aunt/next door neighbor (Think Betty White, Carol Kane, Catherine O’Hara) Then again: I could easily portray a self-assured CEO, scary WITCH, as well as the still-sexy love interest for the elderly gentleman. (Think Diane Wiest, Patricia Clarkson, Cloris Leachman, Kathy Baker)
Gallery
Film
Television
Commercials
Title
7-11 Cherry Red Slurpee
Tax Act
Funderstruck
Source One
Matt TV
Knudsen’s Cottage Cheese
Ajaxx Security Locks
Pacific Symphony
Role
Featured; “Scooter Red”
Featured; “Runner”
Featured voice-over
Featured TV spot
Improv
Singing Angel
Featured; “Clincher” / L.A.P.D.
Featured voice-over; “Single Encounter Series”
Production
Elenor Productions; directed by Adrian de Sa Garces
Two Nineteen Productions
Genex/MXM
Mob Media Productions
YouTube
Lacta;is
A.P.S. Advertising
Cinestill Productions
Theater Currently a member of Theater Guild and Old Pro's.
Training
Acting: Toni Attell, Lawrence Parks, Justin Smith, Roxanne Kind
Commercial: Killian’s Commercial Workshop
Voice: Nancy Nash, Patricia Shanks, Nadia Smelser, Justin Blake, John Huntington
Representation
The Arrowheart Talent Agency — Film and Television — Ian Curbishley, (310) 426-8889, ian@arrowheartagency.com
The Tangerine Agency — Commercials — Mindy Sheri, 818.825.3920, mindy@tangerinetalent.com
Title
One Night in Vegas
The Dybbuk
Twilight Time
The Curtain
The Dirty Towel
To Be Free
Not Meant to Be
Girlhood
In Between
The Crazy World of Julius Vrooder
Summer Sundae
AFI Film
Role
Grandma Dolly Harrison; supporting role
Yachna
Essie; lead role
Ruth; lead role
Crazy Lady
Carol / Ann Jones; lead role
Celiea; featured role
Linda
Peggy; supporting role
Roberta
Ellie; lead role
Caroline; supporting role
Production
Candy Jar Production
Synescope Studios
A film by Brett Halsey
Divergent Productions
Divergent Productions
Joe Magarc, Inc.
Lava Productions
Divergent Productions
Divergent Productions
Film by Arthur Hiller
Douglas Schwartz Productions
Kathleen Freeman, Director
Title
Poor TV Show
Rich Man, Poor Man
Of Men and Women
Kojak
Room 222
Medical Center
Role
Featured Actress/Comedienne
Barbara; scene with Nick Nolte
Susan; “When Margie Passes”
Claudine Ponomarenko; “No Immunity for Murder”
Margie; “I Wonder if January 15th Will Ever Come?”
Julie; “Terror”
Production
Syndicated series with Martin Mull and Fred Willard
Universal Studios
Warner Brothers
Universal Studios
20th Century Fox
MGM
Title
Toil and Trouble
Cawfee Tawk in the Woods
The Last Voyage of the Steamship Malta
Christmas Show
Inspiration
Surviving the Golden Years
Jules & Jim
Choc Follies
Choc Follies
The Wager
Birthright
Hollywood Hoot
The Agenda
Broadway à la Carte
Role
Birdie
Amazon Driver
Several roles
One of the Andrew Sisters / Marilyn Monroe
Agnes
Daisy Mae
Several roles
20+ years; various leading roles
The Grove Theater / John Moore Theater
Honor
Lead role; musical
Cherry Stone
Featured performer
Featured singer/dancer
Production
Directed by Alexandra Banks
Directed by Joseph Meyer
Directed by Keitheley Wilkenson
Directed by Donna Valenti
Directed by Donna Valenti
Directed by David Mitchel
Directed by Gila Zalon
Orange County Performing Arts Center
Directed by John Vaughn, Doug Austin, and Lee Martino
Company of Angels
Los Angeles Variety Arts Center
Old Columbia Studios
Improv comedy troupe, Lawrence Park Theater
Touring company
REEL
Videos/Self-Tapes
Grandma PI
"Orr" Monologue
Auntie Spooks
Accolades
Barbara! Was so wonderful to meet and work with you on this project. I truly hope our paths cross again in the future and I'll certainly keep you in mind for any future roles that may be a good fit.
Take care and chat soon!
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David Hemphill
Executive Producer,
The Nancy Boy Corporation
“It was a pleasure having you on The Dybbuk. Even though our time working together was brief, your talent, professionalism, and positive spirit made a real impression on all of us.”
Ashley (Producer-“The Dybbuk” feature film)
Ashley Bua
Principal | Synescope Studios
P: (310)709-8296
E: abua@synescope.com
“As a long-time actor, writer, director & Professor of Film Studies, I have worked with many actors, some of whom were okay, some good and some excellent.
I consider Barbara Attell to be among the best. Apart from her natural ability, she is professionally trained, committed and a pleasure to work with. In short, I can honestly recommend her for any role she would like to play.”
Sincerely,
Brett Halsey
bhalsey2@gmail.com
"Casting Barbara Attell in Twilight Time was a very easy choice. She gave a delightful and nuanced performance as expected.”
Carol Glenn, Director
cbglenn@comline.com
Hi Barbara,
It was lovely to work with you. You're also a kind person.
Thank you for the positive spirit and generosity you brought to set
Best,
Lee (Director of “The Dybbuk”)
Lee Amir-Cohen
Executive | Synescope Studios
P: (310)303-8271
E: lee@synescope.com
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Barbara since 2021, and every project I cast her in, she’s been the consummate professional. She fully commits to every role, bringing authenticity, dedication, and passion. Beyond her talents, Barbara is a joy to work with. A true light to be around.”
- Vanessa Nottingham (Producer/ Director)