About Christopher Lowell as Franklin, Benjamin :

It’s not enough that Christopher Lowell bears a striking resemblance to Ben Franklin; he has also followed closely in the footsteps of the Founding Father, having lived in both Philadelphia and in France. Like Franklin, Lowell is fluent in French and shares a love for the culture. In fact, he has portrayed the famous statesman in France, most recently in Paris, Orléans, and Grenoble--all in French.   Lowell’s extensive experience as a French teacher, actor, and university drama instructor all combine to place his portrayals at an unmatched level of realism.

As you can tell by a glance at his website (www.BenFranklinLive.org), Lowell has portrayed Ben at schools, museums, and businesses across the nation. His versatile programs can be tailored to suit any audience, from businesses to non-profits, historical, legal and patriotic groups.  But it is Lowell’s wit and wealth of knowledge that makes him a standout presenter to audiences of all ages and background, combining theatricality with historical accuracy.

Lowell’s passion for the life of Ben Franklin has been delighting audiences on a regular basis for years.  He particularly enjoys introducing audiences to those character traits that made Franklin so successful, including open mindedness, curiosity, and a commitment to his community and nation.  From Ben's youth, his apprenticeship, business, science to public careers, if it was a part of Ben’s life, you can bet Lowell will work it into a performance that will not only engage and motivate people of all ages, but stimulate a lively and entertaining Q & A as well.

A sampling of Chris Lowell’s topics include:
• Benjamin Franklin: The First American
• Benjamin Franklin and the American Dream
• Benjamin Franklin, Wordsmith: The Empowerment of Literacy
• An American in Paris: Benjamin Franklin, First Ambassador and First Francophile
• (in English or French)
• On Race, Slavery and Diversity: Benjamin Franklin’s Remarkable Evolution
• Franklin’s Journey from Loyal Briton to American Patriot
• Benjamin Franklin’s Four Lives: Multi-tasking in Colonial America
• Curiosity and Observation: Benjamin Franklin, Scientist
• A Life of Service: Benjamin Franklin, Philanthropist
• Ben Franklin and Lafayette: Partnership for Liberty