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BIO

Broadway: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Machinal. Off-Broadway credits include 12 productions with the Public Theater, most recently playing Polonius in last summer’s Hamlet in Central Park directed by Kenny Leon. Also: Timon of Athens (TFANA), The Most Deserving (Women’s Project), Falling (Minetta Lane), The Picture of Dorian Gray (Irish Rep). Film and TV credits include: The Last Thing Mary Saw, Salt, Invisible Sign, Godzilla, The Good Fight, Bull, Murder of a President, Law & Order (all the flavors) “Chappelle’s Show”, and “Queen’s Supreme”. As a guitarist, he composed and performed a live score for Michael Gaston’s solo show Low Expectations (Theater Aspen & Theatreworks Silicon Valley). Pearce received his MFA from NYU and a 2017 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship for excellence in acting.

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STAGE CREDITS

Hamlet Hamlet
[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2023
Polonius
Timon of Athens Timon of Athens
[Off-Broadway]
TFANA's Off-Broadway Production, 2020
Sempronius
Mother of the Maid Mother of the Maid
[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater New York Premiere, 2018
Father Gilbert
Ring Twice for Miranda Ring Twice for Miranda
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Debut, 2017
Gulliver
The Most Deserving The Most Deserving
[Off-Broadway]
Women's Project Theater Production, 0
Performer
Machinal Machinal
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2014
Performer
Bill W. and Dr. Bob Bill W. and Dr. Bob
[Off-Broadway]
2013
Performer
Falling Falling
[Off-Broadway]
2012
Performer
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Boston]
Boston Production, 2006
Douglas Panch
A Mother, A Daughter, and A Gun
[Off-Broadway]
2005
Bob/Stefan
David/Paul (Understudy)
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
Vice Principal Douglas Panch [Replacement]
Measure for Measure
[Off-Broadway]
2001
Froth
Henry V
[Off-Broadway]
1996
Ensemble

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Photos: OTHELLO on Broadway Welcomes Joe and Jill Biden for A Backstage Visit Photo
Photos: OTHELLO on Broadway Welcomes Joe and Jill Biden for A Backstage Visit
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 26, 2025

The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre and the high profile guest list included President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden. Check out photos from their visit.
Denzel Washington and Kenny Leon Are Discussing OTHELLO Film Adaptation Photo
Denzel Washington and Kenny Leon Are Discussing OTHELLO Film Adaptation
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025

In a recent interview, Othello director Kenny Leon confirmed that there has 'absolutely' been conversations with the actor about a film version and is hopeful about Jake Gyllenhaal joining as well.
Video: Jake Gyllenhaal Opens Up About Portraying Iago Opposite Denzel Washington Photo
Video: Jake Gyllenhaal Opens Up About Portraying Iago Opposite Denzel Washington
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025

Jake Gyllenhaal is officially back on Broadway as Iago, opposite Denzel Washington in the new production of Shakespeare's Othello. On a visit to The Late Show, Gyllenhaal discussed the character, sharing his intimidation to take on such an iconic role. Watch the interview!
Photos: OTHELLO Brings Out Pres. Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez and More on Opening Night! Photo
Photos: OTHELLO Brings Out Pres. Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez and More on Opening Night!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, where Shakespeare's Othello took its first official Broadway bow in the 21st century. Go inside opening night as President Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez, Peter Dinklage, and more turned up on the red carpet!
OTHELLO Set to Offer $49 Tickets Through Student Rush Photo
OTHELLO Set to Offer $49 Tickets Through Student Rush
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

The new Broadway production of William Shakespeare’s Othello starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal is offering student rush. Learn more!
Photos: Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal at OTHELLO Opening Night Curtain Call Photo
Photos: Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal at OTHELLO Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

Othello, starring Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal is now officially open at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. See photos of the opening night bows here!
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at OTHELLO Opening Night Photo
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at OTHELLO Opening Night
by Joey Mervis - Mar 24, 2025

Watch video highlights from the star-studded red carpet, which included special guests Jamie Lee Curtis, Danielle Brooks, Blair Underwood, Coleman Domingo, Al Roker, Liev Schreiber, Rosie Perez and many more!
Review Roundup: OTHELLO, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Photo
Review Roundup: OTHELLO, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 24, 2025

Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal go toe-to-toe in Broadway's latest production of Othello, directed by Kenny Leon. The production just opened at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Check out what the critics are saying here...
Kenny Leon Wants Audiences to 'Recognize Truth' in His New OTHELLO Photo
Kenny Leon Wants Audiences to 'Recognize Truth' in His New OTHELLO
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 23, 2025

With Othello, Kenny Leon returns to the rehearsal room for the third time this season. He brought Samm-Art Williams' Home to Broadway last June and was the mastermind behind the recent revival of Our Town, which opened last fall. How did he land on Shakespeare for his next project?
Photos: OTHELLO On Broadway Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Photo
Photos: OTHELLO On Broadway Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2025

Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal go toe-to-toe in Broadway's latest production of Othello, directed by Kenny Leon. Check out brand-new production photos.
OTHELLO Breaks Record For Top-Grossing Play in Broadway History Photo
OTHELLO Breaks Record For Top-Grossing Play in Broadway History
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

Othello, now in previews at the Barrymore Theatre, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, has broken the record for top-grossing play in Broadway history with a gross of $2,818,297.00 for eight performances.
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore T Photo
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.
OTHELLO on Broadway to Offer $49 Tickets Through Digital Lottery Photo
OTHELLO on Broadway to Offer $49 Tickets Through Digital Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Shakespeare’s Othello, directed by Kenny Leon and starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, is launching a digital lottery policy. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Up on the Marquee: OTHELLO Photo
Up on the Marquee: OTHELLO
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 12, 2025

Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is getting ready to return to Broadway. Previews will begin Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.Check out photos of the new marquee here!
Video: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO with Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Photo
Video: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO with Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Joey Mervis - Feb 11, 2025

Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is now in rehearsals for its Broadway return. Watch in this video as the full company meets the press and chats about what audiences can expect.
Photos: Denzel Washington, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the Cast of OTHELLO Meet the Press Photo
Photos: Denzel Washington, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the Cast of OTHELLO Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 11, 2025

Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is now in rehearsals. Previews will begin Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.
Photos: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Photo
Photos: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 27, 2025

Get a first look at rehearsals for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington as Othello and Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. See the full star-studded cast, including Molly Osborne, Andrew Burnap, and more.
OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast Photo
OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.
Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO Photo
Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024

The upcoming revival of Shakespeare's Othello has found its cast, joining previously announced Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Check out who will join the lineup here!
Moliere In The Park's NY Premiere Of THE MISER Opens Tonight Photo
Moliere In The Park's NY Premiere Of THE MISER Opens Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024

Experience the re-imagined version of Molière's most successful play, THE MISER, by Molière in the Park. This NY premiere is in collaboration with Prospect Park Alliance, LeFrak Center at Lakeside and Brooklyn Public Library.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Daniel Pearce been in?

Daniel Pearce has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Daniel Pearce been in?

Daniel Pearce has not appeared in the West End.

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