Robby Henson is an American director and screenwriter who began his directing career at Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. Henson is now a skilled film and documentary maker. He writes and directs all his films, which are known for being character-driven. His work has attracted such acclaimed actors Billy Bob Thornton, Patricia Arquette, Patricia Clarkson, Chris Cooper, William Devane, and Kris Kristofferson. Beyond his work in film, Henson is also a prolific theater director. His family owns the famous outdoor Pioneer Playhouse in Danville, Kentucky.
Discipline:
Film/Video
Robby Henson
Discipline:
Film/Video
Region: New York, NY
MacDowell Fellowships: 1990, 1992
Studios
Schelling
Robby Henson worked in the Schelling studio.
Marian MacDowell funded construction of this studio the year that the organization was established and the first artists arrived for residency. It was called Bark Studio until 1933, when it was renamed in honor of Ernest Schelling, a composer, pianist, and orchestral leader who served as president of what was then called the Edward MacDowell…