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Welcome

I've always been passionate about theater and storytelling. There's something incredibly magical and transformative about experiencing powerful, meaningful theater that words can hardly describe. As a Broadway actor for 20 years, I immersed myself in the craft of “performing”, learning from many great artists and teachers.

As a director, I find it thrilling to collaborate with other creatives who share my passion and curiosity. Creating theater is both an honor and a responsibility because it has the power to change lives and build community.

As the Artistic Director of A.C.T. of Connecticut, I am privileged to work with so many unbelievable creatives who constantly inspire me. I take great pride in directing and producing innovative and unique theater that brings joy to my audiences and patrons. My goal is always to engage audiences thoughtfully (and sometimes provocatively), ensuring that my productions leave a lasting impact.

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Biography

Daniel C. Levine is an award-winning and Grammy Award nominated theatre artist. Specializing in new works and world premieres, Daniel also finds immense satisfaction in directing existing musicals, and has collaborated with Broadway creatives including Stephen Schwartz, Al Blackstone, David Friedman, Bryan Perri, Mark Myars, and Sara Brians.

Daniel serves as Artistic Director of A Contemporary Theatre of Connecticut (A.C.T. of CT), which he also co-founded in 2018. Directed and produced by Levine, the feature film of Snapshots: A Musical Scrapbook was nominated for a Grammy Award, and is currently available for streaming on-demand through BroadwayHD. Daniel’s reconceived version of Stephen Schwartz’s Working was licensed by Music Theater International and is currently being produced worldwide.

In addition to a successful 20 year career as a Broadway actor, Daniel is the founder of Big Apple Tutoring in NYC. He is married to composer Bryan Perri and resides in Ridgefield, CT.

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2025 Gala Honoree
Keeler Tavern Museum & History
2025 Spirit of Dr. King Award
Town of Ridgefield
Special Congressional Recognition
5th District
Ridgefield 25
Town Vibe
Connecticut Critics Circle Award
Best Direction of a Musical
THE SECRET GARDEN
BroadwayWorld Award
Best Director of a Musical
EVITA
Grammy Award Nominee
Best Music Theater Album
SNAPSHOTS
Dr. Henry C. Lee Award
Jane Doe No More
WE CAN BE KIND
Arts Volunteer Award
The Ridgefield Playhouse
League Award Nominee
Best Actor in a Musical
THE WHO'S TOMMY
Founder
BIG APPLE TUTORING
Co-Founder & Artistic Director
A.C.T. OF CT
Creator/Producer/Director
BROADWAY BACKSTAGE!
DANCIN’ BROADWAY
AMERICAN DANCE SPECTACULAR!
Creator/Director
BORN TO DANCE
Creator
WORKING
(Localized Version)
THE SECRET GARDEN
Connecticut Critics Circle Award
Best Direction of a Musical
A.C.T. of CT
SNAPSHOTS
Grammy Award Nominee
Best Music Theatre Album
A.C.T. of CT
WORKING
Re-Conceived with Stephen Schwartz
Globally Licensed by MTI
A.C.T. of CT
EVITA
BroadwayWorld Award
Best Director of a Musical
A.C.T. of CT
— Selected Credits —
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Broadway/National Tours:
MAMMA MIA!
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
CHICAGO
LES MISÉRABLES
TOMMY
— Selected Credits —
FULL RÉSUMÉ AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST