The Bench

The Bench

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Adapted from the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway show by actor-writer Robert Galinsky, The Bench is an exploration of the often-unheard stories of people living on the streets of Los Angeles.

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5 members

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Lil Rel Howery

Unknown Role

Lil Rel Howery

Acting

Madeline Zima

Unknown Role

Madeline Zima

Acting

Diego Josef

Unknown Role

Diego Josef

Acting

Michael Horse

Unknown Role

Michael Horse

Acting

Lin Shaye

Unknown Role

Lin Shaye

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