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Daniel Oreskes

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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BIO

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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STAGE CREDITS

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

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2023
Performer

[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
Philarmonus

Jupiter

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


Movies

Manhattan by Numbers
[ 1993 ] Dan
The Devil's Advocate
[ 1997 ] Arnold - Metro Assistant District Attorney
The Thomas Crown Affair
[ 1999 ] Petru
Happy End
[ 2003 ] 2nd Cting Director
Day Zero
[ 2007 ] Gus Daniel Orskes
Uncertainty
[ 2008 ] Dmitri 2, Dan Oreskes
Off Jackson Avenue
[ 2008 ] Ivan
Coming Up Roses
[ 2011 ] Gerry
Abe
[ 2019 ] Ari
A Real Pain
[ 2024 ] Mark
A Real Pain
[ 2024 ] Mark

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
Elsbeth
Detective Buzz Fleming
Elsbeth
Detective Buzz Fleming

Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Ensemble

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News


All the Broadway Actors in ELSBETH
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2025

With more than twenty episodes having aired so far across its two seasons, BroadwayWorld has put together an exhaustive list of all the Broadway stars we could find who have appeared in CBS' Elsbeth.
Every Broadway Person in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024

Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
Photos: Bill and Hillary Clinton Visit PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 1, 2024

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
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2024

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
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2024

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
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 13, 2024

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
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 13, 2024

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!
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 13, 2024

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
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 10, 2024

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
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 10, 2024

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
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 10, 2024

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
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2024

Get a first look at the Broadway production of Manhattan Theatre Club's Prayer for the French Republic.
Meet the Cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2023

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!
PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Extends Broadway Run By Two Weeks
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2023

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
by Jennifer Broski - Dec 7, 2023

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
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 2, 2023

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!
Full Cast Set for the Broadway Premiere of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2023

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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Daniel Oreskes been in?

Daniel Oreskes has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Daniel Oreskes been in?

Daniel Oreskes has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Daniel Oreskes been nominated for?

and Ensemble (Obie Awards) for Oslo.

What awards has Daniel Oreskes won?

Daniel Oreskes has won an Obie Award for Ensemble in the production of Oslo.

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