I am so sorry to know that Russ' embracing presence is now a legacy that we carry with us always. One of the many many ways that Russ celebrated the wonder of the world in every day was in his kind, loving curiosity toward people who crossed his path. I was one of them, thanks to Alice, and Russ' infectious good humor, fueled with an energy full of the confidence that good things could be just around the corner, was always a special treat of my visits. May his memory be a blessing.
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This is truly devastating news. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Russell was like no other. He brought so much joy into the rehearsal room. He never compromised his integrity. He never feigned praise so when he gave it, it felt like the greatest accomplishment in the world. He was a true artist who always put the process above the outcome.
Russell, it was a privilege to know you. You’ve always been my favorite director. You are a legend and you will be so greatly missed.
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I will always remember Russell’s warmth, creativity, generosity and uplifting sense of directing. He broadened my horizons of what could be possible onstage. Thank you always, Russell
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Oh how this news hurt my heart. I still can’t believe it. We traded well-wishes on his birthday just a few weeks ago and he was just as silly, endearing, and loving as ever.
Alice, Amanda, Ross… thank you for sharing him with all of us. He made our lives better in every way. He made the world better and I loved him like no other mentor/surrogate-theatre-dad.
Think of all of the good he did in his life! All of the actors and artists he nurtured and loved. What a glorious, well-lived life. And what a great man.
I think I will have cottage cheese and fresh fruit tonight and think of how lucky I was to be his friend.
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So terribly sad. Russ was a remarkably kind and gentle person.
I’m incredibly grateful to him for giving me the opportunity to headline an incredible cast of people. Working with him was a delight. Every day was filled with joy and laughter, even as we focused on the details of the material and that looming opening night. He was a great collaborator. I only wish there had been more.
My heart goes out to his family. I cannot imagine the pain of this loss.
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My thoughts are with his family as they celebrate a life well lived. What a gracious and kind man he was. Russ Treyz will be remembered fondly by all who were fortunate to know and work with him.
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What a pleasure to know him, what a gift to work with him. A beautiful storyteller.
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Alice, Amanda, Ross, and family,
I am heartbroken. Russell was one of the kindest and most gentle men I have ever met in my life. I can still hear his joyous laugh. I’m so grateful to have known him. He inspired me to become a theatre director and I try to channel his spirit of collaboration in the work that I do. There are so many memories that I cherish over the last 32 years: acting in his shows, hanging out with him in the city, the artist support group at his home, watching opera together, collaborating on Christmas Rappings, I am filled with gratitude for his presence.
My condolences to his entire family during this difficult time.
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Russ’s laughter, talent and pure kindness brought so many artists together and created treasured work, lifelong friendships and in my case- a marriage and family of my own . He nurtured his casts, he led by example with passion, hard work and so so much laughter. What a gift to every artist who had the privilege to work with him (and hear him call “Break!!” ) He made the world a more joyous place. Alice , Amanda and Ross- sending so much love to you❤️
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I am just heartbroken to hear the news. His obituary is so right both an artist and a family man. I only had the pleasure of working on a few shows with Russ but he was a delight to work with or just see at a reading or in the village. I remember him call us back from break (usually my job as stage manager) but he was so enthusiastic and fun In everything he did. My deepest condolences to Alice and your family who was always opened your house to the theatre community.
Much love.
Gail Eve Malatesta
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Alice, Amanda, Ross and dear family,
We are heartbroken for you. We know how deeply Russ loved you all and you, him. His cheerful and always loving openness remains unparalleled in the theatre world. He took chances on people and believed in them and supported them, and, oh, how he laughed with them! For Michael and I, Russ always was the beating heart of any production we were lucky enough to join him on. With his sunhat, button-down shirt and broad, all-encompassing smile, he was simply a joy to work with and we are forever grateful to have called him our friend. All of our love and peace to you.
Jeannie Naughton and Michael and Aubrey Daly
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Sending so much love to the family he leaves behind at this difficult time. Russ was one of the kindest and most gifted artists I ever had the privilege of working with. He will be deeply missed.
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Memories of Russ and Alice are some of my favorites from Theatre By The Sea in Portsmouth, NH many years ago. Russ directed so many productions for us and was a huge part of TBS’ development into a LORT theater and its success in creating new works. What a joy to have those memories. Sending my deepest condolences to Alice and their family. Russ was an extraordinary director and an even nicer fellow.
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So sorry to hear this news. We have such fond memories of Russ from Judson. Sending you love at this sad time, Alice - take good care. - Ward Sutton and Sue Unkenholz
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Sending so much love, Macky, Nick, Alice and Penelope
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So sad to hear this news of Russell's passing. He was such a wonderful man and a very talented director. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends and the theatre community. Sending my love and comfort to Alice and his entire family...
Love, Maureen McNamara
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Alice, this is Dan Shenk. I just wanted to say how sorry I am regarding Russ’s passing. I certainly remember him as a positive presence. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers the days ahead.
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I am so very sad to learn of Russ's death. We were not close friends, but I cherished our relationship as community members of Judson Church. I loved seeing the productions he directed and will always be grateful for his making the Al Carmines productions of "Bonus Army" and especially "Christmas Rappings" live again. Beyond his obvious gifts as an artist, he emanated compassion and warmth. Light seems a bit dimmer because of this news. My sincere condolences to Alice and all of his family for this enormous loss.
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I had the honor and pleasure of getting to know Russell, but only briefly, on the few occasions that Russell and Alice, my good friend and colleague from New Day Films, were kind enough to put me (and once my teenage daughter Emma) up in their lovely Greenwich Village home when I visited from the Left Coast.. I remember Russell as engaging, smart, creative, world-wise, interesting and interested in those around him. I was fascinated with his life in the theater, imagined him as someone in the mold of Mike Nichols (whom I knew not from Adam) and my regret is that on these several short and infrequent visits, I never got around to see Russell's plays, or to get a glimpse of him at work. Relaxed around the apartment, he was kind, down-to-earth, self-assured but without airs, and personable, and I can imagine why actors might have loved to work with him. My moments in his presence were brief and small in number, but memorable indeed. May your memories of Russell, Alice, be a blessing for you and your family.
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