Ben Krogh-Grabbe (1982-2026)

Ben left us suddenly this winter of 2026, a beloved friend and member of The Rainbow Players since it began in the year 2000. Ben taught us many things- the greatest of these was Love. Ben taught us how to love ourselves. If asked: “How are you feeling, Ben?” His answer: “I Love Myself”! Emphatically and with great conviction!

He was a Puppeteer extraordinaire with adventures he took us on through the puppets… a great painter using exactly the colors he wanted- no more- and ending it when it was ready! He delighted us as storyteller, involving Betsy and Nick, and his other friends in adventures in nature. He was a beat poet when handed a microphone, delivering profound words of love! And Ben acted beside his actor friends for over 25 years, performing at festivals and on stages around the Pioneer Valley. Enjoy our picture and video gallery of our Collection of Ben Memories!