MATT DANIELS

A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

"On his acting resume, Matt Daniels groups the roles he's played by types: leading men, confidantes, characters, clowns and villains. Daniels gets to be all of those things in his full-bodied performance. Daniels' Scrooge goes from humbug to heck yeah in a lively two hours. But he reminds us this is a process of transformation, not a magic reboot. When he tries to ask Fred and Ellen if he is still welcome at their dinner, Daniels' old man trembles with vulnerability. Daniels is exceptional…" —MILWAUKEE JOURNAL-SENTINEL

"What makes this year’s production one of its very best is there’s a new Scrooge on the block. Veteran actor/performer/director Matt Daniels creates a Scrooge so three-dimensional, so very human, that he makes the two hours, eight minutes (with one intermission) fly by like Santa in the Christmas Eve starry night. Daniels’ Scrooge is fascinating to watch." —MILWAUKEE SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

Photo by Michael Brosilow

A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

"Matt Daniels is nothing short of extraordinary… Daniels' cadence, tone, and spirit are captivating. As Scrooge, his physical transformation is remarkable. While Scrooge's arc can be summed up in Daniels' impressive physicality, he gives heart and humor throughout that make his character's journey an enthralling one. In short, Daniels' Scrooge far exceeded my hopes, breathing fresh life into this character traditionalists know so well. It's worth seeing A Christmas Carol just for his inspired performance." —BROADWAYWORLD.COM

“I’m not sure anyone could have anticipated the transformative power of Milwaukeean Matt Daniels’ performance of Scrooge... The Juilliard-trained actor grabs the audience and never lets go, and we’re all off on the journey… [My niece] was in awe of Daniels’ performance and later noted “his face” as her favorite part of the show.” — AROUNDTHETOWNCHICAGO.COM

Photo by Michael Brosilow

The Hobbit, First Stage

"You can see the actors giving it their all, especially Matt Daniels in his role as the powerful Thorin." - MILWAUKEE MAGAZINE

"The dwarf king Thorin Oakenshield is given earthy strength and stature by the towering Matt Daniels." - SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

Photo by Mark Frohna

Noises Off, Skylight Music Theater

"Another terrific performance by veteran Matt Daniels" - SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

"Daniels' booming voice of God (he is not pleased)... [is one] of the happy memories I'll take away from the mayhem." - MILWAUKEE JOURNAL-SENTINEL

Photo by Mark Frohna

ERNEST SHACKLETON LOVES ME, Skylight Music Theatre

“…a memorable physical and emotional performance” —URBANMILWAUKEE.COM

”Gleaming with charm… genuinely inspiring” — THESMALLSTAGE.COM

”Impressive” — AROUNDTHETOWNCHICAGO.COM

Photo by Mark Frohna

Fun Home, Forward Theater

“Forward Theater works with a truly fine cast here, anchored by both Olivo and Matt Daniels as Alison’s mercurial father. Daniels shows us Bruce Bechdel’s vanity and self-involvement without losing the man Alison clearly loved, the father who sang her a lullaby before going out to pick up a hustler. This, too, is masterful to watch.” —MADISON CAP TIMES

“Milwaukee favorite, Matt Daniels, demonstrates his vocal chops are as good as his acting, and delivers an incredible performance as Bruce.” — OZAUKEE LIVING LOCAL

“[Daniels] nails his last piece with raw emotional intensity. — GWENDOLYNRICE.COM

Photo by Jason Fassl

THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, Door Shakespeare

“Ford is portrayed by Matt Daniels, a walking encyclopedia of comedic expression finesse. One minute of watching his face, coupled with body English, is like a Fourth of July fireworks finale in all the different wondrous flashes they offer.” — WEAREGREENBAY.COM

“Matt Daniels’ portrayal of Ford is outstanding” DOOR COUNTY PULSE

“Daniels is a toweringly brittle comic presence onstage as a man who gradually unravels as he investigates suspicions of his wife’s infidelity. Daniels rubbery anxiety amplifies into explosively exaggerated manic motions tempered by concerns of a cast bearing witness to his madness.” — MILWAUKEE SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE , First Stage

★ WINNER — Best Actor, Broadwayworld Awards 2018 ★

“Daniels is superb” — ONMILWAUKEE.COM

“Brilliant.” — BROADWAYWORLD.COM

“The ever-engaging Matt Daniels’ portrayal of Edward’s bravery in the clutches of that fragility makes for memorable heroism.” — SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

Photo by Paul Ruffolo

1776, Milwaukee Opera Theatre

"Daniels was galvanic, fully capturing the great fire burning within a patriot often maligned as a cantankerous and priggish fussbudget. Daniels' magnetism was up close and personal..." —MILWAUKEE JOURNAL-SENTINEL

Photo by Mark Frohna

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Illinois Shakespeare Festival

"Prentice's sharp-tongued Beatrice and Daniels' swashbuckling Benedick love each other because they love to argue. They do so here with panache, and it's fun to watch — as are the over-the-top scenes in which Benedick and then Beatrice are easily gulled" —MILWAUKEE JOURNAL-SENTINEL

"Daniels... got as many laughs as I’ve ever heard in this play." —ONMILWAUKEE.COM

"Matt Daniels as Benedick is riveting" —THE PANTAGRAPH

Photo by Pete Guither

CHESAPEAKE, In Tandem Theatre

"...a virtuoso performance" —TOM STRINI WRITES

"A glorious example of a man in total control and at exquisite peace with his craft... One of the top ten productions of 2013-14" —ONMILWAUKEE.COM

"Incredible... A stand out performance" —BROADWAYWORLD.COM

"Daniels does a brilliant job of keeping it emotionally genuine" —SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

Photo by Ross Zentner

THE CHOSEN, In Tandem Theatre

"The tone of the understated drama is set in motion only by the badly needed, expert performance of Matt Daniels" —SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

Photo by Mark Frohna

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS, Milwaukee Chamber Theater

"Matt Daniels cuts a stylish form in the role of Phileas Fogg" —SHEPHERD-EXPRESS

"His focus is laser-hot" —PHOOLEWORLD

Photo by Jason Fassl

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, Milwaukee Shakespeare

“Daniels really did one hell of a job with the character. He’s flamboyant, yes... and he delivers the cocky, humorous lines of his character really well. He counterweights this with a mean, dramatic streak that is seldom seen...” —ONMILWAUKEE.COM

Photo by Lila Aryan

THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, Milwaukee Shakespeare

“First-class work.” —MILWAUKEE JOURNAL-SENTINAL

“Charming and funny." —ONMILWAUKEE.COM

Photo by Lila Aryan

BACCHUS, Metropolitan Theater Co.

"Matt Daniels is a creepily sensual Bacchus..." —THE NEW YORKER

"Portrayed with an almost carnal rawness..." —NYTHEATRE.COM

Photo by Alex Roe.

RICHARD II, Milwaukee Shakespeare

"Triumphant" —MILWAUKEE JOURNAL-SENTINEL

"Daniels’ strong, silent presence beyond the lines galvanizes his performance.” —ONMILWAUKEE.COM

"Matt Daniels gives a strong, stoic portrayal of the enigmatic Bolingbroke, the future King Henry.” —GMTODAY

Photo by Lila Aryan.