News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
Daniel May Headshot

Daniel May

Get Daniel May Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

BIO

Daniel May is over the moon to be returning to Broadway after many years away in Maybe Happy Ending. Daniel made his Broadway debut in the 2002 revival of Flower Drum Song starring Lea Salonga and has been working as a theater artist his whole life. Most recently Daniel played the lead role of “Xūe Xíng” in a newly envisioned production of David Henry Hwang and Jeanine Tesori’s Soft Power at Signature Theatre and has been with the piece since the world premiere in Los Angeles at Center Theater Group and then The Public Theater here in NYC which received nominations for both the Pulitzer Prize for drama and Grammy Award in 2020. As a South Korean born adoptee, getting to be a part of this beautiful story means so much! Thank you to Michael Arden and the whole MHE fam for this incredible gift. This one is dedicated to his newly married husband Mateo. Thank you for encouraging me to never give up on my dreams! Follow me @danielmayofficial

Photos

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
James (Standby)

Gil (Standby)

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2021
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater New York Premiere, 2019
Performer

[Los Angeles]
World Premiere Los Angeles Production, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Amas Musical Theatre Production, 2014
Performer

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Ensemble

Harvard (Understudy) [Replacement]

[West End]
London Production, 1983
Performer


Videos

News


Video: Darren Criss and Helen J Shen in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on Broadway

Maybe Happy Ending, the new romantic musical comedy starring Darren Criss and Helen J Shen officially opened on Broadway on November 12 at the Belasco Theatre. Get a first look at footage here! 
Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Cast Celebrates Gala Performance

What happens when two, retired HelperBots fall in love? Broadway is about to find out with Maybe Happy Ending. Check out photos from inside the gala celebration here.
Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Cast Takes Bows at Gala Celebration

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING held its gala celebration last night, November 11, at the Belasco Theatre, ahead of tonight's official opening. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast taking their bows here!
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth and F. Murray Abraham Visit MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on Broadway

Kristin Chenoweth and F. Murray Abraham recently attended MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on Broadway and met the cast following the performance. Check out photos from backstage here!
Meet the Cast of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

Maybe Happy Ending, the new musical starring Darren Criss and Helen J Shen is now in previews on Broadway and we're meeting the cast. Meet the cast of Maybe Happy Ending here!
Photos: Darren Criss and Helen J Shen in Rehearsal For MAYBE HAPPY ENDING

All new photos have been released from rehearsal for Maybe Happy Ending, the new musical starring Darren Criss and Helen J Shen. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Darren Criss, Helen J Shen & the Cast of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Are Getting Ready for Broadway

Maybe Happy Ending is getting ready for Broadway! The company met the press earlier today and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special event. Check out photos here.
Review: SOFT POWER at Signature Theatre

Soft Power at Signature Theatre, is lush and polished, wacky and worrisome, absurdist and cautionary. It’s a tightrope of high political stakes and a zany montage of the US and China. As we head into high season of the 2024 election, the timing is perfect for staging the recently revised musical by David Henry Hwang and Jeanine Tesori.
Photos: SOFT POWER at Signature Theatre

Get a first look at photos of Soft Power at Signature Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive Video: First Look at SOFT POWER at Signature Theatre

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at Soft Power at Singature Theatre, a musical fantasia with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Henry Hwang. Check out the cast in action!
Video: 'Democracy' from SOFT POWER At Signature Theatre

Go inside Signature Theatre's DC premiere of Soft Power with a performance of the song 'Democracy'. Watch the video!
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals & Learn About Signature Theatre's Revised SOFT POWER

Go inside rehearsals and learn more about Signature Theatre's DC premiere of Soft Power. Soft Power is a musical fantasia with music by Jeanine Tesori (Kimberly Akimbo, Fun Home) and book and lyrics by David Henry Hwang (M. Butterfly, Yellow Face).
Exclusive: 'I'm With Her' from Signature Theatre's Revised SOFT POWER

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the cast of Signature Theatre's DC premiere of Soft Power in rehearsal. Soft Power is a musical fantasia with music by Jeanine Tesori (Kimberly Akimbo, Fun Home) and book and lyrics by David Henry Hwang (M. Butterfly, Yellow Face).
Signature Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team Of SOFT POWER

Signature Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for SOFT POWER.
Representa A México En La Bienal De Venecia La Videoinstalación Nos Marchábamos, Regresábamos Siempre

México participa en la 60ª Exposición Internacional de Arte de La Biennale di Venezia con la videoinstalación Nos marchábamos, regresábamos siempre, realizada por el artista visual Erick Meyenberg, con la curaduría de la gestora independiente de arte contemporáneo Tania Ragasol.
Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at New Theatre & Restaurant

“Catch Me If You Can” at New Theatre Restaurant is a comedic turn on the Murder Mystery genre. It will keep you guessing from the opening curtain until the big reveal at the end of the show. San Francisco Marketing Consultant Daniel Corbin (Ross Hellwig) has sneaked away for a holiday weekend with his new bride. Following a honeymoon spat, Bride Elizabeth mysteriously vanishes. Who done it? And what did they do?
Photos: On the Red Carpet for Classic Stage Company's 2023 Gala, Honoring Sarah L. Douglas and John Weidman

Just last night, Classic Stage Company celebrated its 2023 Gala, honoring theatrical agent Sarah L. Douglas of SLD Associates and John Weidman. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals here!
Jason Danieley, Tony Yazbeck & Julia Lester Join Lineup for Classic Stage Company's 2023 Gala

Get the latest updates on the Classic Stage Company's 2023 Gala, including the addition of Jason Danieley, Tony Yazbeck, and Julia Lester to the star-studded lineup. Reserve your tickets now for this exciting event honoring theatrical agent Sarah L. Douglas and John Weidman.
Cast Set for Leviathan Lab's Industry Presentations of TWO NIGHTS & THREE DAYS

Check out the full cast and creative team for Leviathan Lab's industry presentations of TWO NIGHTS & THREE DAYS. Don't miss this new musical, featuring a talented ensemble of actors, as it takes the stage in New York City.
Video: Watch Taylor Louderman Sing 'Someone Else's Story' at the Muny

Today marks the final performance of Chess at The Muny! In this video, watch as Taylor Louderman, who plays Svetlana, performs 'Someone Else's Story'.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Daniel May been in?

Daniel May has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Daniel May been in?

Daniel May has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Daniel May's first West End show?

Daniel May's first West End show was Dancin' which opened in 1983

Get Daniel May Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos