Ben Hall is an Australian actor. He is known for his roles in Australian television series which began with his role as Finton Kelly in the Showcase drama Devil's Playground. From 2016 until 2022, Hall played the role of Ned Willis in the soap opera Neighbours. In 2023, Hall filmed the role of Mark Waugh in the Nine Network television series, Warnie.
Ben Hall | |
|---|---|
| Born | Perth, Australia |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2014–present |
Early life
editBen Hall was born in Perth, Western Australia.[1] Hall's father is British.[2] When he was a child, Hall attended a male only Catholic school.[2] He is a graduate of the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA).[1][3] Hall appeared in different stage musicals following his graduation and is a trained singer.[4][5]
Career
editHall began his television career in 2014, playing Finton Kelly in the Showcase drama Devil's Playground.[2] Hall described researching the role as "harrowing" but it was "incredible" to be a part of a big production.[2] That year, Hall appeared as Hal Cooper in two episodes of ABC1 television drama, ANZAC Girls.[6][7] In 2017, Hall played the gay lead character, Tim in the Australian stage musical Only Heaven Knows.[2][8] He then secured guest roles in Nine Network's drama series Love Child, the Network 10 mini-series Brock and a role in a comedy series titled HActresses.[4][9]
In 2016, Hall joined the cast of Australian soap opera Neighbours, playing the recurring role of Ned Willis.[10] He filmed a second guest appearance in 2016.[11] After Hall made his third return, the show's producer Jason Herbison revealed that Hall originally did not want to make a long-term commitment to the show.[12] Hall reconsidered and wanted to return on a regular basis.[13] Hall joined the show's regular cast in 2018.[14] In 2022, prior to the show's cancellation, Hall decided to leave the role.[15] Hall returned once again to film scenes for the show's would be final episodes. Hall later revealed that he would not be returning after the show was renewed by Amazon Freevee, but was not opposed to doing so.[16] Hall stated that while appearing on Neighbours, he rarely showcased his comedy skills he had learned from studying at WAAPA.[3]
In 2023, Hall played the role of Sam Philips in the touring theatrical musical, Elvis A Musical Revolution, which is based on the American singer Elvis Presley.[1] In June 2023, it was announced that Hall will appear as Mark Waugh in the Nine Network television series, Warnie.[17] He has also filmed an upcoming role in a Robbie Williams biopic titled Better Man.[1]
In April 2024, Hall was announced in the leading role of Mick Dennis in Matthew Holmes' upcoming film adaption The Guns of Muschu, based on the novel by Don Dennis.[18]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ANZAC Girls | Hal Cooper | Guest role |
| Devil's Playground | Finton Kelly | Guest role | |
| 2016 | Brock | Phillip 'Pin' Brock | Guest role |
| 2016–2022 | Neighbours | Ned Willis | Regular role |
| 2017 | Love Child | Alan Fitzgerald | Guest role |
| HActresses | Auditioning hot actor | Guest role | |
| 2022 | Call Me Chihiro | Terao / Man 5 / Hosokawa | Voice over |
| 2023 | Warnie | Mark Waugh | Guest role, 1 episode |
| 2024 | Total Control (TV series) | James | Guest role; 2 episodes |
Film appearances
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Better Man | Robbie Alt | |
| 2022 | Beat | Liam | |
| 2015 | The Link | Jay | Short film |
References
edit- ^ a b c d e "Cast". Elvis A Musical Revolution. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ a b c d e Myers, Matthew (3 April 2017). "The other Ben Hall". DNA. No. 207. pp. 38–39.
- ^ a b Julians, Joe (4 June 2021). "Neighbours star Ben Hall talks Ned's connection with Sheila - and what it means for him and Yashvi". Radio Times. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ a b c "Ben Hall". Ensemble Theatre. 17 October 2017. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ "Ben Hall". EM Voices. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ Executive producers: Des Monaghan, Greg Haddrick, David Ogilvy; Director: Ian Watson; Writers: Niki Aken (7 September 2014). "Mateship". ANZAC Girls. Series 1. Episode 5. ABC1.
- ^ Executive producers: Des Monaghan, Greg Haddrick, David Ogilvy; Director: Ian Watson; Writers: Felicity Packard (14 September 2014). "Courage". ANZAC Girls. Series 1. Episode 6. ABC1.
- ^ "Only Heaven Knows". Hayes Theatre Co. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ "HActresses". University of Melbourne. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ "A new Willis joins Ramsay Street". Channel 5. 10 March 2016. Archived from the original on 11 March 2016. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ Dainty, Sophie (23 June 2016). "Ned's back in Neighbours! Ben Hall shares fun snaps". Digital Spy. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ Kilkelly, Daniel (15 December 2016). "New Neighbours spoilers! We speak to the show's boss". Digital Spy. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ Kilkelly, Daniel (5 August 2016). "Neighbours star reveals a new love interest for Ned". Digital Spy. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ Kilkelly, Daniel (18 May 2018). "Neighbours confirms return for Ned Willis". Digital Spy. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ Kilkelly, Daniel (14 March 2022). "Neighbours lines up cast departures ahead of show's final months". Digital Spy. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ Sarrubba, Stefania (6 April 2023). "Neighbours star addresses whether Ned will return for revival". Digital Spy. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ "'Warnie' (Promo)". IF Magazine. 16 June 2023. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ "Matthew Holmes has announced his new film, The Guns of Muschu". Cinema Australia. 23 April 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.