Daniel Reichard was born the eighth of nine children in Cleveland, Ohio.  Aside from performing Steve Martin’s “King Tut” at family gatherings, his training and interest in performing was late coming.  He attended the prestigious University of Michigan School of Music, where he trained in music and theatre.  Shortly after arriving in New York City four years later, he booked his first job at his first audition, and spent the next year building his resume at regional theatres such as the Goodspeed Opera House, North Shore Music Theatre, and Weston Playhouse.

Upon returning to New York City, Daniel was cast in the FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: 20^th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION.  This new edition of the popular satirical comedy revue featured three veterans of the show and Reichard as the newbie.

Shortly after, in a major breakthrough role, he had the honor of playing artist Keith Haring in the Public Theater’s RADIANT BABY under the direction of Tony-award-winning George C. Wolfe.  Daniel then created a dozen characters for his role in THE THING ABOUT MEN at the Promenade Theatre (original cast album).

Perhaps he is best known for his portrayal of songwriter Bob Gaudio in the Broadway sensation JERSEY BOYS, for which he received a Drama Desk Award nomination in his Broadway debut.  Critic John Simon called him “Terrific.”  USA Today called his performance, “convincing and endearing,” while the New York Post titled his performance as “perfect.”

Since opening on Broadway in JERSEY BOYS, Daniel has performed at Carnegie Hall three times.  He has  sung the national anthem at Yankee Stadium and at the starting line at the New York City Marathon.  He sang “Oh What a Night” on Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Years Eve in front of 100 million people.  Countless television and stage appearances have filled his schedule for the past two years.

As a concert singer, he has had sold-out engagements at New York City’s Joe’s Pub, the Metropolitan Room, Ars Nova, and the Cutting Room.  Steadily building a following for his energetic and eccentric concerts, Daniel looks to a future as a unique and innovative performing artist.                                                                                                                                  

Photos:  Dirtysugar Photography

Audience Captures from Daniel's 2006 "Glory Daze" Show at Joe's Pub.

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