About the Artist

Aren Duffy (he/him) is an accomplished actor and director with a decade of professional experience in the performing arts industry. He recently graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from Ithaca College’s nationally-recognized School of Music, Theatre, and Dance in May 2025.

Aren’s work has taken him to regional theatres across the country, where he has performed in an array of productions, ranging from classical pieces to cutting-edge contemporary works. In addition to his theatrical credits, Aren has starred in several short films.

His passion for the craft extends beyond acting; he has also directed a variety of productions, including devised and educational theatre projects. Notably, he was responsible for constructing one of the first virtual productions of The Theory of Relativity, showcasing his adaptability and leadership in evolving mediums.

Aren’s most recent work has included leading the company of Fever/Dream at The Hangar Theatre, starring in a new short film titled DRAFTED, and performing in and helping to conceive a new play titled Unit 201b for the Finger Lakes New Works Festival.

photograph by Sam Pickart