Damon Daunno
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BIO
On October 18, 2010, Daunno released his debut 3-song EP of original music called "Adulterated Trappings". He lists Jeff Buckley and Radiohead to be among his musical influences.
In March 2011, Daunno performed a tribute concert for Jeff Buckley at New York's Knitting Factory. Around this time was when he also had a performance residency at Niagara NYC.
Daunno originated the role of Orpheus in Hadestown in the off-Broadway production which ran from May 6 to July 31, 2016, at New York Theatre Workshop. He appears on the Off Broadway Original Cast Recording.
Daunno starred in the 2019 Broadway revival of Oklahoma! as Curly, for which he received a nomination for the 2019 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical.
In August 2020, Daunno was featured on the soundtrack Broadway Sings Blood Rock: The Musical with Andy Mientus, Jennifer DiNoia, and Robert Torti.
In 2023, he appeared as Jeff Bebe in Almost Famous at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center. In 2024, he played Dylan in The Lonely Few at the Newman Mills Theater in an Off-Broadway production. In 2025, he portrayed Macheath in The Counterfeit Opera at The Amph at Little Island.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Roundabout Production, 2010
Bill, Ensemble, Stanley (Understudy), Fred (Understudy), Albert (Understudy)
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Damon Daunno, Oklahoma!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Damon Daunno, Oklahoma!
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Damon Daunno, Oklahoma!
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Damon Daunno, The Lucky Ones
winner
The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical
Damon Daunno, The Lucky Ones
Videos
Exclusive: Watch Elizabeth Stanley's Rendition of 'Sing Happy' for LIZA! AT 80
by Luka Vonier - 2026-06-22 10:06:52
Exclusive: EMPIRE RECORDS Is Hitting High Notes at the McCarter
by Joey Mervis - 2024-09-18 10:01:20
Video: Watch Highlights from THE LONELY FEW by Rachel Bonds and Zoe Sarnak at MCC
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-05-08 12:16:47
Video: Watch Lauren Patten Sing 'God of Nowhere' from THE LONELY FEW
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-04-18 12:27:05
Video: Watch Lauren Patten and the Cast of THE LONELY FEW in Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-13 09:17:37
VIDEO: On This Day, May 23: HADESTOWN Debuts Off-Broadway at New York Theatre Workshop
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-05-23 00:02:00
TV: Stars from HADESTOWN, MOULIN ROUGE, JAGGED LITTLE PILL & More Pick Favorite Cast Albums!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-01-26 10:01:00
TV: Stars of MOULIN ROUGE! HADESTOWN & More Celebrate Grammy Nominations!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-01-14 13:34:29
VIDEO: The Cast of OKLAHOMA! Performs 'The Farmer and the Cowman' in New 360-Degree Video
by Stephi Wild - 2019-12-10 07:20:59
TV: OKLAHOMA! Celebrates Grammy Nominations And New Vinyl Album
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-11-20 17:49:10
TV: We're Doin' Fine with OKLAHOMA! Stars Rebecca Naomi Jones & Damon Daunno
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2019-10-20 09:01:00
VIDEO: OKLAHOMA's Ali Stroker Tells Us What To Do When They Say No
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-10-11 19:19:36
VIDEO: The Cast of OKLAHOMA! Performs 'I Cain't Say No/ Oklahoma' at the 2019 TONYS
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-06-10 09:21:12
VIDEO: Damon Daunno and Rebecca Naomi Jones Perform from OKLAHOMA!
by Julie Musbach - 2019-05-31 13:14:57
TV: Tony Nominees Salute Teachers Who Inspired Their Careers in the Arts!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-04 13:01:00
WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: Beth Leavel and Brooks Ashmanskas
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-05 11:31:00
News
Matt Doyle & Bonnie Milligan, and More to Kick Off MATCHBOOK FEST 2026 This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2026
Matchbook Fest 2026, the brand-new five-week summer festival is launching this week with legendary duos and new works, including Matt Doyle & Bonnie Milligan: Mentally Unwell, But Funny, plus more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2026
Matchbook Fest 2026, the brand-new five-week summer festival is launching this week with legendary duos and new works, including Matt Doyle & Bonnie Milligan: Mentally Unwell, But Funny, plus more.
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth, Donna Murphy and More in LIZA! AT 80 Celebration
by Nicole Wilson - Jun 26, 2026
Transport Group presented Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. The cast included Kate Baldwin, Lauren Blackman, Mario Cantone, Kristin Chenoweth, and more. See photos!
by Nicole Wilson - Jun 26, 2026
Transport Group presented Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. The cast included Kate Baldwin, Lauren Blackman, Mario Cantone, Kristin Chenoweth, and more. See photos!
10 of Liza Minnelli’s Greatest Performances of All Time
by Michael Gioia - Jun 25, 2026
While it’s impossible to choose, BroadwayWorld looks at a handful of the most exciting and entertaining performances by Tony-winning icon Liza Minnelli.
by Michael Gioia - Jun 25, 2026
While it’s impossible to choose, BroadwayWorld looks at a handful of the most exciting and entertaining performances by Tony-winning icon Liza Minnelli.
Exclusive: Watch Elizabeth Stanley's Rendition of 'Sing Happy' for LIZA! AT 80
by Luka Vonier - Jun 22, 2026
There's about to be a whole lotta Liza going on at Carnegie Hall! On Thursday, June 25, Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance will take the stage at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive peek inside rehearsals as Tony nominee Elizabeth Stanley performs 'Sing Happy' from Flora the Red Menace. Watch in this video!
by Luka Vonier - Jun 22, 2026
There's about to be a whole lotta Liza going on at Carnegie Hall! On Thursday, June 25, Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance will take the stage at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive peek inside rehearsals as Tony nominee Elizabeth Stanley performs 'Sing Happy' from Flora the Red Menace. Watch in this video!
Ali Stroker and Damon Daunno Join LIZA! AT 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Tony nominee Damon Daunno (Oklahoma!) and Tony winner Ali Stroker (Oklahoma!) have joined the cast of Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Tony nominee Damon Daunno (Oklahoma!) and Tony winner Ali Stroker (Oklahoma!) have joined the cast of Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday.
Ali Stroker and Damon Daunno Join LIZA! AT 80
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Transport Group announced Ali Stroker and Damon Daunno have joined the cast of LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE at Carnegie Hall, with Mo Rocca and Marc Shaiman set to host the one-night tribute.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Transport Group announced Ali Stroker and Damon Daunno have joined the cast of LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE at Carnegie Hall, with Mo Rocca and Marc Shaiman set to host the one-night tribute.
Broadway-Bound BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE to Hold NYC Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Because of Winn-Dixie, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the Newbery Medal-winning and best-selling children’s novel by Kate DiCamillo, will hold a private reading in New York City.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Because of Winn-Dixie, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the Newbery Medal-winning and best-selling children’s novel by Kate DiCamillo, will hold a private reading in New York City.
SIGNS OF LIFE Concert To Feature Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella, Damon Daunno & More At Jazz At Lincoln Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026
SIGNS OF LIFE will be presented in concert at Jazz at Lincoln Center featuring Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella, and Damon Daunno. The one-night-only event showcases music from the new musical by Christopher DeLair.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2026
SIGNS OF LIFE will be presented in concert at Jazz at Lincoln Center featuring Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella, and Damon Daunno. The one-night-only event showcases music from the new musical by Christopher DeLair.
Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella, Amber Iman and More to Join SIGNS OF LIFE Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026
Astro Lab Productions will present a one-night-only New York City event: Signs of Life, the concept album, live in concert, featuring Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella, Amber Iman and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2026
Astro Lab Productions will present a one-night-only New York City event: Signs of Life, the concept album, live in concert, featuring Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella, Amber Iman and more.
SIGNS OF LIFE Concept Album Featuring Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella and More to be Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026
The concept album for the new musical in development, Signs of Life, will be released on all streaming platforms. The album will feature Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2026
The concept album for the new musical in development, Signs of Life, will be released on all streaming platforms. The album will feature Shoshana Bean, Jenn Colella and more.
SIGNS OF LIFE Will Host One-Night-Only Concert Event This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
SIGNS OF LIFE will present a special one-night-only concert event, offering a unique musical experience. Scheduled for February 23, the event promises an evening of compelling performances.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
SIGNS OF LIFE will present a special one-night-only concert event, offering a unique musical experience. Scheduled for February 23, the event promises an evening of compelling performances.
Damon Daunno, Andy Grotelueschen and More to Star in THE ROVER at Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
Red Bull Theater has revealed details of the next presentation of the all new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings. Red Bull’s Revelation Readings series will continue with The Rover.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026
Red Bull Theater has revealed details of the next presentation of the all new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings. Red Bull’s Revelation Readings series will continue with The Rover.
Listen: Shoshana Bean Sings 'You’re Not Alone (Aquarius)' From SIGNS OF LIFE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
Astro Lab Productions will release the concept album for the new musical in development, Signs of Life. Listen to the first single featuring Shoshana Bean, “You’re Not Alone (Aquarius),” now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
Astro Lab Productions will release the concept album for the new musical in development, Signs of Life. Listen to the first single featuring Shoshana Bean, “You’re Not Alone (Aquarius),” now!
T.R Knight, Julie Halston and More Complete the Cast of THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE at Red Bull Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Red Bull Theater has revealed the full cast of the one-night-only, benefit performance of the beloved musical The Boys From Syracuse, starring Santino Fontana, Nikki Renee Daniels and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Red Bull Theater has revealed the full cast of the one-night-only, benefit performance of the beloved musical The Boys From Syracuse, starring Santino Fontana, Nikki Renee Daniels and more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 17, 2025- AIDA Oral History Dives Deep On the Iconic Musical and More
by - Nov 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by - Nov 17, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Review Roundup: THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Opens At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
The world premiere of the new musicalTHE SEAT OF OUR PANTS opens tonight at The Public Theater, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen. Read the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025
The world premiere of the new musicalTHE SEAT OF OUR PANTS opens tonight at The Public Theater, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen. Read the reviews!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 14, 2025
The Public Theater just celebrated opening night for the world premiere of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen. Check out photos from the big night here.
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 14, 2025
The Public Theater just celebrated opening night for the world premiere of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen. Check out photos from the big night here.
Photos: Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond and More Star In THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Off-Broadway; Extension Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
The Public Theater has released first-look production photos for the world premiere of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025
The Public Theater has released first-look production photos for the world premiere of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen.
Damon Daunno, Amber Gray, and More Will Perform LOVE THE STRUGGLE Concert at Joe's Pub
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Rehearsals began this week for an upcoming benefit concert at Joe's Pub of song highlights from Love The Struggle, an original musical in development co-written by Stacy Kray and Yair Evnine.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Rehearsals began this week for an upcoming benefit concert at Joe's Pub of song highlights from Love The Struggle, an original musical in development co-written by Stacy Kray and Yair Evnine.
Santino Fontana, Bonnie Milligan and More Join THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Red Bull Theater has revealed additional details of the one-night-only, benefit performance of The Boys From Syracuse, starring Santino Fontana, Nikki Renee Daniels and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Red Bull Theater has revealed additional details of the one-night-only, benefit performance of The Boys From Syracuse, starring Santino Fontana, Nikki Renee Daniels and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Damon Daunno been in?
Damon Daunno has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Damon Daunno been in?
Damon Daunno has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Damon Daunno been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Oklahoma!, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Oklahoma!, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Oklahoma!, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lucky Ones and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical (The Lortels) for The Lucky Ones.
What awards has Damon Daunno won?
Damon Daunno has won an Obie Award for his role in the musical The Cradle Will Rock. He has also received accolades for his performance in the Broadway production of Hadestown. Additionally, Daunno was nominated for a Drama Desk Award, a Lucille Lortel Award, and the Theatre World Award.
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