Daniel Oreskes

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Daniel Oreskes recently played the role of Doc in West Side Story on Broadway. He played the role of Hirschfeld/Peres in the Tony Award-winning Oslo at Lincoln Center. Other Broadway credits include Billy Elliot: The Musical, The Miracle Worker, Aida, Electra, and The Song of Jacob Zulu. Off-Broadway credits include Taylor Mac’s Hir (Playwrights Horizons); The Revisionist with Vanessa Redgrave and Jesse Eisenberg (Cherry Lane Theatre); Russian Transport, Happy Talk with Susan Sarandon (The New Group); Quills (New York Theatre Workshop); and Twenty-Seventh Man (The Public Theater). Film credits include The Thomas Crown Affair and The Devil’s Advocate. Television credits include “The Sopranos,” “Rescue Me,” “Show Me A Hero,” “Madam Secretary,” “Blue Bloods,” “Law and Order,” “The Deuce,” and many others.

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Daniel Oreskes STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Original Broadway Production, 2024
Adolphe

[Off-Broadway]
The New Group Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Darren

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2020
Doc

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere, 2019
Bill

[Off-Broadway]
Red Bull Theater Off-Broadway Revival, 2019
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Yair Hirshfeld

Shimon Peres

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Original Production, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Original Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Arnold

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Production, 2013
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2012
Moishe Bretzky

[Off-Broadway]
The New Group Production, 2012
Misha

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Elliot

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2010
Anagnos

Doctor

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Ensemble

Big Davey [Replacement]

Dad (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2007
Jupiter

Philarmonus

Belarius (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Theseus

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Abe

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Duke of Exeter

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Caius Cassius

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Ivan Pavlovicz/Yuri

[Off-Broadway]
2001
Duke of Florence/Judge/Merchant

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Pharaoh

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1998
Aegisthus

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Constable of France

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Dr. Royer-Collard

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Agamemnon

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Carlisle/Corp

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Mr. Van Heerden

Mr. Jeppe

Magistrate

Understudy [Replacement]

Performer (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
1992
Lt. Grimaldi

[Broadway]
1992
Benny (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Grantiano

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Lord Bardolph

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Thomas


Daniel Oreskes Movies

[1993]Manhattan by Numbers Dan

[1997]The Devil's Advocate Arnold - Metro Assistant District Attorney

[1999]The Thomas Crown Affair Petru

[2003]Happy End 2nd Cting Director

[2007]Day Zero Gus Daniel Orskes

[2008]Uncertainty Dmitri 2, Dan Oreskes

[2008]Off Jackson Avenue Ivan

[2011]Coming Up Roses Gerry

[2019]Abe Ari


Daniel Oreskes TV Shows

Law & Order Andrei Karpovich, Merrill Rush, Jeff Waites

Law & Order: Criminal Intent Detective Fontanella, Zim Flamur, Duke Caldwell

Law & Order: Organized Crime Lieutenant Marv Moennig

Only Murders in the Building Marv

Ray Donovan Shaman

Daniel Oreskes Awards and Nominations

Obie Awards - 2017 - Ensemble

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Photos: Bill and Hillary Clinton Visit PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

The Samuel J. Friedman Theatre recently welcomed a couple of very special guests! Former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton, who will produce Suffs on Broadway later this season, posed for a photo before the show.

PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Extends Through March 3

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a final extension of the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Joshua Harmon (Bad Jews) and directed by David Cromer (The Band’s Visit), now running through Sunday, March 3.

Video: Stars Come Out to Celebrate Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for opening night of Prayer for the French Republic to chat with special guests including Mare Winningham, LaChanze, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Donna Murphy, and more! Watch all of the interview in this video.

VIDEO: Watch a New Commercial for PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Now Open on Broadway

Watch the new commercial for Prayer for the French Republic, now running at MTC’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, here!

Video: Go Inside Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway

In this video, watch as we take you inside opening night of Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic.

Photo Exclusive: Go Inside PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opening Night After Party!

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! Get an exclusive look inside the opening night after party in the photos!

Photos: Stars Turn Out For Opening Night of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening with Donna Murphy, Tyne Daly, LaChanze and more. Check out photos below!

Photos: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Company Celebrates Opening Night

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Prayer for the French Republic has officially opened on Broadway! The play opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld is taking you on the red carpet at the production's opening. Check out photos here!

Photos: The Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Takes Opening Night Bows

The Broadway premiere of Prayer For the French Republic is open now! The Manhattan Theatre Club production officially opened last night, January 9, at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!

Review Roundup: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Opens On Broadway

The critics stopped by the Manhattan Theatre Club Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic and the reviews are in! See what the critics had to say!

Video: Get a First Look at PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. Get a first look at footage and learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: Get a First Look at PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway

Get a first look at the Broadway production of Manhattan Theatre Club's Prayer for the French Republic.

PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Extends Broadway Run By Two Weeks

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced that the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, will extend its run by two weeks.

Up on the Marquee: PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

Rehearsals are underway for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee!

Photos: The Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Meets the Press

The cast of the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre met the press this week, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the event. Check out the photos here!

Meet the Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!

The Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic, written by Drama Desk Award winner Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, begins performances at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre tonight, Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Meet the cast of Prayer for the French Republic here!

Full Cast Set for the Broadway Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

The complete cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Leslie Epstein's KING OF THE JEWS Starring Richard Topol Begins Performances TONIGHT at HERE Arts Center

Don't miss the Off Broadway debut of LESLIE EPSTEIN'S - KING OF THE JEWS at HERE Arts Center. The controversial adaptation of Epstein's novel is set in Poland, 1939, and follows a group of Jews forced to govern their own lives during the German occupation.

Richard Topol & More to Star in KING OF THE JEWS Off-Broadway Premiere

Discover the Off-Broadway debut of 'KING OF THE JEWS,' a compelling stage adaptation of Leslie Epstein's controversial novel. Immerse yourself in this thought-provoking production that confronts themes of identity, religion, and power. Don't miss your chance to experience this powerful theatrical event.

BERNARDA'S DAUGHTERS Celebrates Haitian Flag Day With Special Event This Week

Bernarda's Daughters celebrates Haitian Flag Day with a post-show panel and reception following the 7:30pm performance on Thursday, May 18, when The New Group and National Black Theatre host “Tout Moun Se Moun,” a panel featuring Haitian-American artists and cultural workers in discussion about the presence of Haitian art and culture in New York City and elsewhere in the diaspora. 

Daniel Oreskes FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Daniel Oreskes has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

Daniel Oreskes has not appeared in the West End.

Daniel Oreskes has been nominated for the Ensemble award at the Obie Awards for his performance in Oslo.

Daniel Oreskes has won the Ensemble award at the Obie Awards for his performance in Oslo.

Daniel Oreskes's next show will be Prayer for the French Republic which opens on 1/9/2024 on Broadway.

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