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Ben Tissell serves as Assistant Professor of Theatre at George Fox University since fall 2023, returning to his alma mater where he earned a BA in Theatre in 2011. He concurrently holds the position of Artistic Director for Wild Goose Repertory, a theatre company he founded to "tell stories of faith, hope and love."
His professional background spans acting with major Northwest theatre companies (Portland Center Stage, Third Rail Repertory, Portland Playhouse) and commercial work for brands like Amazon and LG, alongside nine years of full-time ministry experience including worship leadership at Eastridge Church (2012-2018) and current service as Worship Ministry Director at Grace City Portland Church (2021-present).
Tissell's research and artistic practice centers on faith-theatre integration, with specific interests in faith-based performance, Christian arts, and worship arts. He completed two years of graduate study in biblical and theological studies at Western Seminary (2015-2017) and maintains active engagement as a guest lecturer and music director at educational institutions.
As Artistic Director of Wild Goose Repertory, he leads a creative ensemble dedicated to producing works that explore spiritual themes through theatrical storytelling, bridging his dual vocations in academia and faith-based artistic expression.
